Willowbend Healthcare and Rehabilitation sits in a quiet spot in Marion, where elders and families looking for care options can walk around, meet the staff and residents, see how folks live, and really get a feel for the place. The community works with Medicaid and other payment plans, so people have several ways to cover costs, and there's administrative staff to help with Medicaid applications, payment questions, and appeals, which can make things a bit easier for families sorting things out. The facility has 140 certified beds in a building built for comfort and safety, offering various suites with different floor plans to fit individual needs, and the staff includes licensed nurses, therapists, caregivers, and physicians covering everything from wound care to eye care and dentistry. They help older adults who need assisted living, independent living, memory care, or even those who just want to drop in for short-term respite care, plus they've got 24/7 nursing care, rehabilitation services, home care, and continuing care for when needs change.
Willowbend takes care of folks aged 55 and up and tries to meet needs with a home-like environment where people can join in social and educational activities, go to events, make friends, and find joy day to day, even while dealing with disabilities or diseases. They offer on-site therapy services and set up personalized care plans for each resident, talking about everything from companionship to daily activity help or intensive rehab for those who need it, always keeping in mind the values of respect and compassion. They also work to help residents stay well, offering transportation to appointments and making sure everyone has a way to get around town, and they've got meal and dining services, plus housekeeping, along with help for those who want to stay as independent as possible. There are ongoing group gatherings, and structured programs promote socialization and quality of life, so nobody has to feel left out or bored.
Now, the place has been running for over twenty years and management-Alexark1 LLC since August 2022, with some indirect owners-works with Southern Administrative Services. The staff has a nurse turnover rate of 37.4%, which actually sits lower than the state average, though the nursing hours per resident don't quite meet the state average. Inspection reports have noted 22 total deficiencies in the past, including one connected to infection control, and the place has received citations for things like resident assessment, care planning, and accident hazards, so families should be aware of these documented concerns. Still, Willowbend maintains a team with over 100 years of combined service experience, and they hold tight to their core values of respect, compassion, integrity, stewardship, and excellence, aiming to meet every medical, social, and even spiritual need for those in their care. The place promotes a family-like feeling and really tries to help residents feel at home, offering long-term or short-term stays, group activities, and therapy-all in a modern, comfortable facility close to local Marion attractions and events.
