Hammond Nursing Home

    501 Old Covington Hwy, Hammond, LA 70403
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care
    • Skilled Nursing

    Attentive staff; clean, orderly facility

    I'm pleased with the attentive, professional staff - they treated my dad very well and are consistently friendly and helpful. The facility is clean and orderly with regular bathroom cleaning, residents are well tended, visits are managed professionally, and small comforts like hot coffee are appreciated.

    Loved one of 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

    2.93·(14)

    Overall rating

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

      2.6
    • Staff

      2.7
    • Meals

      2.5
    • Amenities

      2.9
    • Value

      2.9

    Pros

    • Engaging activity and entertainment program
    • Attentive, compassionate caregiving staff
    • Professional clinical oversight and hospice coordination
    • Friendly and helpful frontline employees
    • Orderly unit maintenance and regular bathroom cleaning
    • Hot beverage availability and basic meal service

    Cons

    • Inconsistent staff conduct and professionalism
    • Cleanliness and sanitation issues, including odor concerns in areas
    • Gaps in clinical-incident response and family communication
    • Medication and respiratory-equipment management concerns
    • Inconsistent food quality and meal-temperature control
    • Restrictive visitation scheduling and limited flexibility
    • Aging facility infrastructure and dimly lit common areas
    • Safety and security lapses, including allegations of staff theft and financial misconduct
    • Variable complaint resolution and family engagement processes

    Summary of reviews

    The reviews present a mixed picture of the facility: several families describe engaged activity programming, attentive caregivers, and professional clinical support including coordinated hospice care, while other accounts raise operational and clinical concerns that warrant careful inquiry.

    Care quality appears uneven. Positive comments highlight attentive day-to-day caregiving and examples of professional oversight; some reviewers said residents were well tended and end-of-life coordination was handled appropriately. Counterbalancing those comments are descriptions that suggest gaps in escalation and incident response — for example delays or questions about when higher-level medical care was sought — and explicit concerns about medication and respiratory-equipment management. These patterns indicate the facility may deliver acceptable routine care but could have inconsistent responses to acute clinical needs.

    Staff performance is similarly variable. Many reviewers praised friendly, helpful staff and attentive aides, while others described unacceptable interactions and tone from certain employees. This variability points to inconsistent staff conduct and possible staffing or training gaps rather than uniform culture. There are also serious security and trust concerns: at least one reviewer raised an allegation of staff theft and financial misconduct, a matter that should be investigated directly with management and regulators if substantiated.

    Dining and basic services are inconsistent. Several families noted meal availability and hot beverages (coffee) as positives, and some units were described as orderly with regular bathroom maintenance. Conversely, multiple comments cited poor meal quality and reheated or cold food; food-service continuity and meal-temperature control appear to be recurring operational weaknesses.

    Facilities and environment show signs of aging. The building was described as older and dimly lit in places, with sanitation and odor concerns referenced by multiple reviewers. While some areas were called clean and orderly, the presence of cleanliness and incontinence-care concerns in certain locations suggests uneven housekeeping standards and potential need for improved environmental controls and pest-control protocols.

    Management and family communication emerged as a notable theme. Reviewers expressed frustration with an appointment-only visiting policy and limited flexibility for family access. Several accounts also described unresolved issues and poor responsiveness to family concerns, indicating gaps in complaint-resolution processes and transparency. Taken together with the clinical and security concerns, these management issues contribute to a perception of operational inconsistency.

    In summary, the facility demonstrates real strengths in activities programming and in the performance of many caregiving staff, and some families experienced satisfactory clinical and hospice coordination. However, persistent themes — inconsistent staff conduct, sanitation and odor concerns, uneven dining quality, gaps in incident escalation and medication/respiratory management, restrictive visitation policies, and at least one serious allegation regarding staff conduct — suggest operational areas that require attention. Prospective residents and families should tour the facility, ask specific questions about medication and respiratory equipment protocols, sanitation and housekeeping schedules, staff training and turnover, security measures, and the facility's visitation and complaint-resolution policies before making a placement decision.

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    Medicare Ratings

    4·/ 5
    • Overall

    • Health Inspection

    • Staffing

    • Quality Measures

    Ratings from the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (Care Compare). View on Medicare.gov

    Location

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    Hammond Nursing Home is located at 501 Old Covington Hwy, Hammond, LA, 70403.

    About Hammond Nursing Home

    Hammond Nursing Home, also known as Summerfield Senior Living Community, is a premier senior living community located in Hammond, Louisiana. Offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care services, Hammond Nursing Home provides a comfortable and welcoming environment for seniors looking to enjoy their golden years in a supportive setting.

    The community boasts ten acres of beautifully landscaped grounds with gazebos, porches, and fountains, creating a serene and peaceful atmosphere for residents to enjoy. Residents can take leisurely strolls on paved walking paths around the pond, providing a scenic backdrop for outdoor activities. With scheduled transportation for doctor visits, shopping trips, and outings, residents have easy access to essential services and entertainment options within the surrounding area.

    At Hammond Nursing Home, residents can choose from spacious studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom suites, each equipped with amenities to promote comfort and convenience. Home-cooked meals are served restaurant-style in the dining room, with the option for pick-up or room delivery. Additionally, the community offers a variety of planned activities, social events, and entertainment programs to keep residents engaged and active.

    For those in need of specialized memory care services, Hammond Nursing Home has a dedicated memory care wing that provides a safe and secure environment for individuals living with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, and other memory-related conditions. The staff is trained to address the unique needs of each resident, creating personalized care plans that prioritize safety and well-being.

    With a 24-hour staff presence, including licensed practical nurses, residents can rest assured that help is always available when needed. Emergency call systems are installed in each apartment suite for added peace of mind. Housekeeping services, laundry facilities, and complimentary Wi-Fi are also provided to enhance the overall living experience for residents.

    In conclusion, Hammond Nursing Home is a vibrant and inclusive senior living community that offers a range of services and amenities to meet the diverse needs of its residents. With a focus on providing a supportive and engaging environment, Hammond Nursing Home is committed to enhancing the quality of life for seniors in the Hammond area.

    People often ask...

    Hammond Nursing Home offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing.

    Yes, Hammond Nursing Home allows residents to age in place and adjust their level of care as needed.

    The full address for this community is 501 Old Covington Hwy, Hammond, LA 70403.

    No, Hammond Nursing Home 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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