Park Place Health and Wellness Center

    10820 Park Pl, Saint John, IN, 46373
    3.6 · 17 reviews
    • Assisted living
    • Skilled nursing
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    3.0

    Good daily care, poor end-of-life

    I had a mostly positive experience: staff (nurses, CNAs, therapists and cooks) were kind, attentive and went above and beyond, the building felt clean, secure and homelike, therapy was effective, and there were good activities and food - transition was easy and many residents seemed well cared for. However, my aunt suffered serious lapses in end-of-life care - unresponsiveness about vitals, delayed emergency response, inadequate pain management and an emergency hospital transfer - and the director was at times unresponsive. I recommend Park Place for daily care and rehab, but advise close oversight and clear communication for higher-risk medical needs.

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

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

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Dining room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    3.59 · 17 reviews

    Overall rating

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

      3.9
    • Staff

      3.8
    • Meals

      4.0
    • Amenities

      4.0
    • Value

      3.6

    Pros

    • Kind, caring, and helpful direct care staff
    • Responsive nursing with direct contact available
    • Prompt communication from director, nurse, and social worker (in many reviews)
    • Adherence to COVID and other safety protocols
    • Effective rehabilitation therapy and smooth transitions
    • Detailed discharge information and post-discharge follow-up
    • Staff going above and beyond and accommodating hospital visits/returns
    • Homelike, clean, and secure facility environment
    • Good food and meal service
    • Group exercise classes, activities, and outings
    • Welcoming social environment where residents make friends
    • Compassionate end-of-life and hospice support (in positive reports)
    • After-hours responsiveness and personal outreach by staff
    • CNAs and therapists frequently praised for hands-on care

    Cons

    • Reports of staff unresponsiveness about vitals and concerns
    • Allegations of neglect leading to prolonged fever and emergency hospital transfer
    • Serious incidents of delayed emergency response
    • Accounts of inadequate pain management and missed tests
    • Reports of sepsis or rapid decline after admission in some cases
    • Inconsistency in quality of care across cases
    • Director described as unprofessional and not returning calls/emails
    • Visitation policies allegedly not following federal guidelines
    • Some reviews describe staff as not nice or poor interpersonal interactions
    • At least one report that therapy building and/or therapy experience was disliked
    • Perception by some reviewers that facility's reputation has declined
    • Lack of condolences or follow-up from staff after critical incidents (per reviews)

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment across the reviews is mixed but leans positive with notable, serious negative outliers. A plurality of reviewers describe Park Place Health and Wellness Center as having a warm, family-like atmosphere with many staff members who are kind, caring, and helpful. Positive comments consistently highlight responsive nursing, effective rehabilitation therapy, detailed discharge planning, and post-discharge follow-up. Several reviewers specifically praised individual caregivers (CNAs, nurses, therapists), the social work team, and administrators who provided prompt communication and support during transitions. Many accounts emphasize cleanliness, a homelike environment, secure premises, pleasant dining, organized group exercise and activities, and successful social integration for residents.

    Care quality as characterized in the reviews is polarized. Numerous reviews report excellent clinical and rehabilitative care: smooth transitions from hospital to facility, strong therapy outcomes, attentive CNAs and nurses, empathetic end-of-life support, and staff who take extra steps (including after-hours contact and personal-phone updates) to keep families informed. These reports paint Park Place as a place where residents feel comfortable, safe, and socially engaged. However, a smaller but significant cluster of reviews describes severe lapses: unresponsiveness about basic vitals, inadequate pain control, failure to perform necessary tests, resulting in rapid deterioration or diagnoses of sepsis, and emergency transfers back to hospitals. These negative reports include allegations that hospital staff have recognized transfers from Park Place due to neglect. The contrast between glowing experiences and these serious adverse reports suggests inconsistency in clinical performance and oversight.

    Staffing and management themes are also mixed. Many reviewers praise individual caregivers, therapists, cooks, and head nurses for professionalism and compassion. Several reviews call out particular staff members by name and describe them as going “above and beyond,” treating residents like family, and providing consistent follow-up. Conversely, management issues appear in multiple negative comments: at least one reviewer described the director as unprofessional and nonresponsive to calls and emails, and others raised concerns that visitation policies were not following federal guidelines. These management and policy complaints, combined with reports of lack of condolences or meaningful follow-up after adverse events, point to potential gaps in leadership communication and accountability in certain cases.

    Facility amenities and programming receive mostly favorable remarks. Reviewers mention a clean and well-run facility with a homelike atmosphere, secure environment, good food, group exercise classes, activities, and organized outings that help residents form friendships. Rehabilitation services and therapy are frequently commended for facilitating recovery and successful transitions to lower levels of care (e.g., catered living). Where negative feedback touches on the facility itself, it tends to focus on the therapy building experience or individual staff attitudes rather than the physical plant or programming as a whole.

    Safety, emergency response, and communication show both strengths and weaknesses in the reviews. Several reviewers note strict adherence to COVID protocols and daily updates, and many families appreciated prompt and direct communication from the care team, including after-hours responsiveness. On the other hand, there are alarming reports of delayed emergency response and staff negligence in urgent situations, including allegations that 911 or fire department responders were required and that the facility’s response was inadequate. These incidents are serious outliers but significant enough to merit attention because they affect resident safety.

    In summary, Park Place Health and Wellness Center receives widespread praise for compassionate direct care, therapy effectiveness, a welcoming atmosphere, and robust programming. However, multiple severe negative reports raise concerns about inconsistency in care quality, occasional lapses resulting in medical emergencies, and shortcomings in management communication and policy enforcement. Prospective residents and families should weigh the predominately positive testimonials about day-to-day life and rehabilitation against the small number of highly concerning reports. If considering Park Place, ask specific, targeted questions about clinical oversight, emergency response protocols, staff-to-resident ratios, recent incident reporting, director accessibility, and visitation policies to better assess whether the facility’s strengths align with your priorities and to clarify how leadership addresses and prevents the serious issues mentioned in some reviews.

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    About Park Place Health and Wellness Center

    Park Place Health and Wellness Center is a vibrant senior living community dedicated to providing a warm and welcoming environment for its residents. The center offers a comprehensive range of living options, allowing individuals to enjoy retirement on their own terms, whether they are seeking complete independence or are in need of more personalized assistance. Residents can choose from spacious apartments tailored to support an active lifestyle, while those desiring a more supportive setting can benefit from assisted living options in private apartments. A unique feature of Park Place is its innovative Small Houses, which are thoughtfully designed to deliver personalized healthcare assistance to those requiring a higher level of care. These spaces foster a close-knit atmosphere, promoting comfort, dignity, and meaningful connections among residents and staff.

    At Park Place Health and Wellness Center, the experience goes well beyond comfortable accommodations. Residents have access to a rich array of activities and amenities curated to meet individual interests and needs. From fine dining experiences crafted by talented chefs to outings at local attractions, every day presents opportunities for engagement, enjoyment, and vibrant social interaction. Spiritual services are also provided right on campus, further emphasizing the community’s commitment to serving the whole person—mind, body, and spirit.

    The philosophy at Park Place Health and Wellness Center centers around worry-free living and independence, while always ensuring support is at hand should it be needed. The center values innovation and personalization in the care it delivers, recognizing that each resident has their own unique journey and preferences in retirement. Residents benefit from attentive support balanced with the freedom to shape their own schedules and participate in activities that resonate with them.

    The leadership at Park Place Health and Wellness Center is committed to cultivating a friendly and compassionate atmosphere for both residents and staff. The community thrives because of the relationships built within, where every individual is not only cared for but also valued as part of an extended family. This dedication is reflected in the quality of both the services provided and the day-to-day experiences of those who call Park Place home. The center stands as a place where seniors can truly celebrate life’s moments in a setting designed to uplift, support, and inspire.

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