Meadowbrook Acres is a small for-profit nursing home facility operating with 60 beds and offering both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care to residents. The facility participates in both Medicare and Medicaid programs, making it accessible to a range of residents who require rehabilitative and skilled nursing services. It is not part of a continuing care retirement community, so its focus lies primarily on providing dedicated care for those who need medical support or assistance with daily living activities on a short- or long-term basis, rather than offering step-up or step-down living options.
The short-term rehabilitation program at Meadowbrook Acres is designed to support patients recovering from hospital stays, such as after a stroke, heart attack, infection, or accidental injury. Residents in this program benefit from approximately 3 hours and 51 minutes of nursing care each day. Around 55.2% of residents who enter for short-term rehabilitation are able to return home after discharge, indicating a supportive environment for recovery. The facility reports that a low percentage of residents experienced falls with major injury, and infection rates requiring hospitalization are kept in close watch, with 6.6% of short-term residents affected. Emergency room visits for these residents stand at 12.4%, showing ongoing monitoring of sudden or acute issues during their stay.
Long-term care at Meadowbrook Acres centers on residents who need daily medical and non-medical assistance, including help with medication, dressing, eating, and personal hygiene. The average nursing staffing level remains consistent with that of the short-term care program. Approximately 77.8% of residents are able to maintain the ability to move, eat, and manage other essential activities independently during their stay. The facility provides flu vaccinations, with 65.5% of residents receiving the annual flu shot, and endeavors to maintain continuity of staffing throughout the week, though there are noted challenges in matching weekend to weekday staffing levels.
Meadowbrook Acres has undergone routine inspections addressing health, fire, and safety standards. Reports have noted areas of improvement in care planning, supervision to prevent accidents, timely communication with residents and their representatives, emergency preparedness, and the handling of grievances. Specific aspects of resident care such as the consistent review of drug regimens by licensed pharmacists, proper use of psychotropic medications, dietary considerations for those needing special eating equipment or modified diets, and overall infection control are monitored to ensure residents' well-being. There are systems in place for supporting residents’ rights, dignity, and personal health choices within the home.
The facility is mindful of food safety and quality overseen by standards for meal preparation, storage, and serving, ensuring a palatable and safe dining experience for residents. Efforts are taken to provide an attractive mealtime setting, with appropriate utensils and assistance for those who need extra support. Special attention is also given to maintaining a hazard-free environment, keeping essential equipment functioning safely, and managing waste and cleaning processes to support a healthy living space.
While Meadowbrook Acres is not part of a larger retirement community structure, it continues to serve as an accessible location for skilled nursing and rehabilitative care for Charleston residents and those in the surrounding region. The focus on both short-term recovery and long-term support makes it a potential option for individuals seeking a medical care environment equipped to help residents regain or sustain their independence to the best degree possible.