Stonehedge Rehabilitation and Skilled Care Center sits at 5 Redlands Road, West Roxbury, MA 02132, close to Jamaica Plain, so it's handy for folks who want to stay connected with that area, and it's got this schedule tour feature for anyone wanting to come in and see the place ahead of time. The facility works as a skilled nursing facility, or SNF, meaning it offers both short-term rehabilitation and long-term nursing care for older adults and people dealing with serious health issues. The community provides skilled nursing, memory care, substance use supportive services, orthopedic and pulmonary rehabilitation, wound care, hospice, respite care for families who need a break, and even home health care for those who need it, plus a strong focus on tailoring care to fit each resident's specific needs which is something the Clinical Care Teams work on with folks, making sure there are personalized treatment programs and a goal to support as much independence as possible.
Stonehedge is a Genesis HealthCare facility, and it accepts Medicaid and Medicare, so it tries to make care easier for many. The center has a community review rating of 5.8 out of 10, which means some people have concerns while others have had positive experiences, and that's just the way things tend to go in these places. For rooms, you'll find studio layouts, some with kitchenettes, all with private bathroom amenities, and the place is furnished to keep things comfortable. The common spaces are pretty spacious, too, so there's a spot for socializing, whether it's in the community room, the library, fitness room, or out on the walking paths. There's air conditioning, high-speed internet, cable TV, and telephone service for people who want to stay connected, and a concierge service to help with daily needs.
When it comes to support, there's help with activities of daily living like bathing, dressing, transfers, and medication management, with supervision and care available around the clock thanks to a 24-hour call system and 12-16 hour dedicated nursing service. Nutrition's a focus, too, since the dining room offers restaurant-style meals that fit special diets, even for folks with diabetes or allergies, and there are snacks to suit preferences. Stonehedge offers community and recreational amenities, like arts and crafts rooms, movie nights in the theater, a game room, spa and wellness room, group and resident-run activities, and you can find family support services if needed. Laundry and housekeeping come standard, and there's transportation and parking, so family and visitors don't need to worry.
For locals, the place lets people explore the neighborhood, which might make adjusting easier, and there are outdoor spaces and programs for those able to go outside. The aim at Stonehedge Rehabilitation and Skilled Care Center is to provide a warm, safe, and nurturing setting, whether someone's there for short-term rehab after a surgery or needs long-term care due to chronic illness or memory needs, and everything is based on evidence-based practices. Specialized programs and units are in place for various health needs, and many activities run daily to help residents feel part of a community. The setting might not be fancy, but it's designed for comfort and safety, and the staff work to support well-being as much as possible for the folks who call Stonehedge home.
