A Holly Patterson Extended Care Facility is recognized nationally as a model for skilled nursing care, providing innovative services in a supportive environment focused on treating each resident as a whole person. The dedicated medical staff at this facility attend to the physical, social, and emotional needs of every individual, ensuring comprehensive health and well-being. Skilled physicians are on site every day of the week, and always on call to address a range of medical issues, from rehabilitation, diagnostic and radiology, to psychiatric, psychological, dental, and ophthalmological needs. The facility’s on-site ambulatory clinics also offer residents accessible specialty medical care without the need to leave the premises. For those occasions when hospital care becomes necessary, residents are transferred to a nearby hospital of their choice.
Residents at A Holly Patterson Extended Care Facility benefit from a full continuum of post-hospital and long term services, with specialty units dedicated to meeting various complex medical conditions. A strong emphasis is placed on physical medicine and rehabilitation, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and audiology. Each service is designed to help residents restore their optimum functional level with the ultimate aim of returning to the community when possible. The Nursing Department is committed to providing safe, effective, and compassionate care, assisting residents in regaining and maintaining their highest level of independence to improve quality of life.
The facility’s approach extends beyond clinical care, with a vibrant array of programs to enhance daily living. Certified therapists in therapeutic recreation—including music and art—encourage emotional expression and social connection among residents. The expansive grounds, covering 72 acres of park-like scenery, provide a setting for community field trips, cultural programs, adapted sports, and holiday celebrations, contributing to a rich daily experience. Residents have access to a game room equipped with video games, a pool table, basketball, and a large-screen TV, all under staff supervision. Unique services such as the Glee Club and Veteran’s Group are among the many offerings that help residents remain engaged and active.
Support for residents is further bolstered by the Social Work Department, which is committed to advocacy and intervention as needed. Discharge planning begins at the time of admission to ensure that every resident has the opportunity for community reintegration when appropriate. The facility also offers comprehensive respiratory care, overseen by a board-certified pulmonologist and delivered by licensed nurses and respiratory specialists around the clock. An accredited full-service laboratory under the direction of a licensed pathologist is available for diagnostic services, making A Holly Patterson Extended Care Facility one of the few nursing homes in the region to offer such resources on site. The pharmacy ensures that all prescribed medications are delivered promptly, with regular medication reviews conducted by experienced consultants.
A Holly Patterson Extended Care Facility also provides specialized care for residents with HIV, featuring a dedicated 20-bed unit managed by a physician with expertise in infectious diseases and AIDS clinical management. Residents enjoy convenient on-site amenities such as a beauty and barber shop, as well as the Holly Shop, a stationery and sundries store run by volunteers known as the Geronteers. Interfaith chaplaincy services, resident banking, and frequent holiday gift boutiques add to the holistic environment. Ample free parking is available for visitors. The sense of community and commitment at the heart of A Holly Patterson Extended Care Facility is reflected in the highly trained staff—including registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, board-certified physicians, social workers, registered dieticians, respiratory therapists, activities specialists, pastoral care, and rehabilitation therapists—who work as a team to provide compassionate, patient-centered support to all residents. Payment options are broad, allowing flexibility for a variety of financial circumstances, which ensures accessibility for those in need of care.
