Princeton Place of Ruston sits at 1405 White St. in Ruston, Louisiana, and serves as a nursing home for people who need continuous care, whether for a long stay or just while they recover from illness or injury, and the building itself is new, with rooms described as spacious and nicely finished, with options for private or semiprivate living and all rooms having flat screen TVs and Wi-Fi. The facility is locally owned and runs 24 hours a day, every day of the year, with a team including licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants always on hand, making sure residents get help with daily needs like bathing and dressing or more complex medical support if needed. People can access therapies such as physical, occupational, and speech therapy from a rehab team led by a physician, and there's a special unit for memory care that provides its own set of activities and care approaches for those with dementia, trying to match each person's needs and abilities as well as possible.
Staff members pride themselves on paying attention to small details and always showing respect for each resident's individuality, so everyone feels comfortable, whether they're there for a short time or a longer stay. Social workers are available to help with different parts of life's changes, and the dedicated certified activity director makes sure there's a steady schedule of activities designed to be pleasant and stimulating for most everyone, no matter their health or abilities. People have access to a hair salon, a cozy living room, an outdoor courtyard, and even landscaped gardens for quiet walks or getting a bit of fresh air. When errands or group outings come up, the facility has transportation, and with on-site prescription services, residents or their families don't need to arrange trips to a pharmacy elsewhere.
Meals prepared at Princeton Place of Ruston aim to be both nutritious and tasty, and common areas are set up to feel comfortable and home-like, where people can relax with visiting friends or other residents. The staff works as a team, and they're trained to focus on rehabilitation and recovery, aiming to help each person reach their highest potential for activity and, when possible, regain independence so they can return to community living. The place has a reputation for a peaceful, retreat-like setting, with a family spirit among staff and residents, and an approach that's less about following set routines and more about supporting dignity and well-being. With a 3.9 out of 9 reviews, some families have found it to be a good place for their loved ones who need more help than they can get at home, and there's always someone on staff to guide families through decisions and daily care.
