Ouachita Healthcare Rehabilitation Center sits in Lakeshore, Louisiana, with room for 167 residents and usually about 159 people living there each day. This center's run by Plantation Management Company and offers skilled nursing care, short-term rehabilitation stays, and hospice care, so families looking for support over the long term or just during tough times can find both options here. They've got general and specialized services for folks who need help with daily living, along with in-house physical, occupational, and speech therapies, and there's a secured Alzheimer's Unit for those who need extra safety, privacy, and places to walk or spend quiet time.
The building includes things like a chapel, library, activity room, cinema room, and an elegant dining area, and there's even a whirlpool bath along with a beauty and barber shop-all these things are included without added fees, and each room comes wired for phone and internet with cable TV as standard. Private suites, private rooms, couples' rooms, and semi-private rooms offer choices for different needs. Family caregivers can get resources and expert advice, too, if they visit the center's website. Staff provide care that tries to support not just physical wellness, but also emotional and spiritual well-being.
In terms of staffing, residents at Ouachita Healthcare Rehabilitation Center receive about 3.34 nurse hours per day, which is a bit less than the state average of 3.8, and nurse turnover is a bit lower here too, at 37.7%, compared to the state's 48.4%. Inspections reported 25 deficiencies in total, including 10 during standard inspections; these cover issues with infection control, pest control, and communication during discharge planning, though most weren't linked to actual harm but have potential for more than minimal harm. The health department gave the center a rating of 2.8 out of 5 based on 24 reviews. Overall, families will find many practical services and different amenities at this center, though it's important to be aware of its recent inspection results and the details shared in the reports.
