Wabash Senior Living & Rehabilitation

    216 College Blvd, Carmi, IL 62821
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living
    • Skilled Nursing
    3.9ยท37 reviews

    Warm, attentive staff and community

    I've been very pleased with my time here - the staff are warm, professional, and truly go above and beyond. Nurses, CNAs and aides made me feel safe and cared for, Chaplain Mike Fields shows genuine love, and the helpful office staff eased my admission. My one-bedroom is comfortable, the facility is clean, and activities, chapel and bus trips helped me make friends and feel part of a caring community. I recommend this place for its attentive, resident-centered care.

    Current/former resident
    Jul 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    3.92ยท(37)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      3.5
    • Staff

      3.9
    • Meals

      1.0
    • Amenities

      4.7
    • Value

      1.0

    Pros

    • Compassionate nursing staff
    • Respectful CNAs
    • Supportive admissions and office team
    • Active spiritual programming (chapel, Bible study, chaplain)
    • Engaging recreational activities and outings
    • Strong sense of community and social opportunities
    • Comfortable, spacious private/oneโ€‘bedroom units
    • Clean, wellโ€‘maintained interior
    • Clear communication with families

    Cons

    • Inconsistent staff responsiveness and conduct
    • Gaps in assistance with activities of daily living
    • Inconsistent sanitation and housekeeping
    • Variable clinical care quality and family communication
    • Allegations of financial exploitation and billing opacity
    • Operational instability after ownership change
    • Onlineโ€‘review authenticity and transparency

    Summary of reviews

    Wabash Senior Living & Rehabilitation presents a mixed picture. Many reviewers emphasize genuinely positive aspects: compassionate nursing and CNA teams, a welcoming admissions office, active spiritual programming led by a named chaplain, and a calendar of recreational options including arts-and-crafts and bus outings. Several family members described a strong sense of community, meaningful social connections, and comfortable private unit options. Communication with families and staff members who go "above and beyond" were also cited as strengths.

    Care quality appears uneven. While some families praised attentive, patient-centered caregiving and staff who prioritize resident comfort and safety, other accounts cite inconsistent responsiveness to basic needs and gaps in assistance with activities of daily living (for example, mealtime or personal-care support). These divergent experiences suggest variability in day-to-day staffing performance and in clinical follow-through. Family communication is noted as excellent in some cases and inconsistent in others, which may reflect shift-level or personnel variability.

    Activities and community life are clear strengths. The facility provides spiritual services, Bible study and chapel attendance, group activities, and outings that contribute to social engagement and resident wellโ€‘being. Reviewers specifically mentioned arts-and-crafts, bus trips, and a warm environment that helped residents form friendships and feel missed when they were goneโ€”indicators of active social programming.

    Facility and housekeeping comments are mixed. Many reviewers described clean, wellโ€‘maintained interiors and comfortable rooms, including larger oneโ€‘bedroom units with small kitchens. However, there are also sanitation and maintenance concerns noted (clogged sinks, overflowing trash, general housekeeping inconsistencies) that point to uneven environmental upkeep in some areas or shifts.

    Management and operational issues are recurring themes. A number of reviews indicate a decline in service quality following a change in ownership, and there are specific, serious allegations concerning financial practices that families found troubling. There are also concerns about transparency and online-review authenticity. Taken together, these items suggest organizational and accountability gaps that prospective residents and families should explore further during tours and admissions conversations.

    Bottom line: the facility offers clear strengths in compassionate staff members, spiritual life, and social programming, and some units and common areas are well maintained. At the same time, variability in caregiving responsiveness, housekeeping consistency, and organizational stabilityโ€”particularly following ownership change and given the financial allegationsโ€”warrant careful inquiry. Prospective residents and their families should ask targeted questions about staffing levels and training, ADL assistance procedures, housekeeping schedules, billing practices, and recent management changes; follow up with references and on-site observations to verify that the facilityโ€™s strengths are consistently delivered.

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    Medicare Ratings

    3ยท/ 5
    • Overall

    • Health Inspection

    • Staffing

    • Quality Measures

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    Location

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    Wabash Senior Living & Rehabilitation is located at 216 College Blvd, Carmi, IL, 62821.

    About Wabash Senior Living & Rehabilitation

    Wabash Senior Living & Rehabilitation, part of Wabash Christian Village, offers several care options including independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, short-term rehab, memory support, and even an adult day care center that helps folks who want to stay home a little longer. The facility sits within a continuing care retirement community, so residents can get different levels of help if their needs change. The place accepts Medicare and Medicaid, and in June 2025, it'll have 63 certified skilled nursing beds out of 156 total. The staff provides support with memory care, Alzheimer's and dementia, bathing, dressing, daily activities, and medication management. Residents can expect nursing care between 12 and 16 hours daily, a 24-hour emergency system, and round-the-clock supervision. Wabash Christian Therapy handles rehab, offering programs for stroke recovery, fall prevention, speech therapy, balance problems, and restorative care, and staff can give outpatient therapy for things like lymphedema and women's health. They cater to those who are recovering from surgery or illness and handle wound care, heart and orthopedic conditions, and diabetes management, and folks usually say the care is compassionate and the rehab helps people get back on their feet after a setback.

    Rooms come furnished with private bathrooms, air conditioning, cable TV, Wi-Fi, phones, kitchenettes, and safety alert systems, with both private and shared options and move-in support available. The facility offers three meals a day and snacks, and the dining experience happens in a community dining room or with restaurant-style service, always with flexibility for special diets or allergies, and food is prepared by a professional chef. Housekeeping and personal laundry happen regularly, and the grounds include walking paths, gardens, open courtyards, a gazebo, and even a beauty salon. A full-time chaplain and faith-based programs serve those who want spiritual support, with Mercy Gate worship place nearby. Common areas are cozy and include an arts room, game room, library, business center, spa, fitness room, and a movie theater, with scheduled transportation for appointments and errands.

    Residents and families can join councils to discuss concerns, and social and activity programs run daily, with movie nights, group activities, music and arts, outdoor programs, and therapy enrichment for both residents and outpatients. The place features a home-like environment, and staff say they focus on dignity, respect, and personal attention, and there's always an effort to balance quality of life with comprehensive care. Respite and hospice care are available along with family support services. Specialized programs like Grace Point and the Memory Care Unit aim to help people with needs beyond basic daily living, and there's a team including nurses, therapists, social workers, dietary staff, housekeepers, and administrators who all work together to help residents feel well cared for and comfortable during their stay.

    This for-profit facility, owned by a limited liability company, has earned a 4.4 rating from 22 reviews, so most residents and families seem satisfied with services and care, and there's always someone available to answer questions or help new folks and families learn about options and resources.

    People often ask...

    Wabash Senior Living & Rehabilitation offers independent living, assisted living, continuing care retirement community, and skilled nursing.

    Yes, Wabash Senior Living & Rehabilitation allows residents to age in place and adjust their level of care as needed.

    The full address for this community is 216 College Blvd, Carmi, IL 62821.

    No, Wabash Senior Living & Rehabilitation does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

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