I placed my grandmother here and we're very happy. The facility is new, large and spotless - a true home-away-from-home with a walking track, patio, spacious dayroom and on-site restaurant serving hot meals. Staff are warm and compassionate (they spoke to and hugged my grandmother), the residents are friendly, and being connected to the hospital and near a dollar store and Stick Wagon Cafe makes visits easy, so we feel less alone.
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
4.50·(10)
Overall rating
5
4
3
2
1
Care
5.0
Staff
4.5
Meals
4.5
Amenities
5.0
Value
4.5
Pros
Spacious facility
Plenty of space for activities
Compassionate, family-like staff
Staff engage personally (talks and hugs residents)
Supportive to families (helps family feel less alone)
Walking track
Patio
Dayroom
On-site restaurant
Connected to hospital
New facility
Large and clean
Home-like atmosphere
Nearby dollar store
Nearby Stick Wagon Cafe
Friendly staff
Engaged, social residents
Cons
Facility can be uncomfortably hot
Summary of reviews
Overall sentiment in these reviews is strongly positive. Reviewers repeatedly highlight the facility's physical attributes — it is described as new, large, spacious, and clean — and emphasize that the environment feels like a 'home away from home.' Multiple communal spaces are noted (walking track, patio, dayroom, on-site restaurant), and there is specific praise that there is plenty of room for activities. Residents are described as engaged and having a good time, which supports the impression of a lively, activity-oriented community.
Care quality and staff behavior are dominant positive themes. Reviewers consistently describe staff as compassionate, friendly, and treating residents like family. Several reviews call out personal interactions such as staff speaking to and hugging a resident (grandmother), which contributed to family members feeling supported and 'less alone.' This pattern of close, affectionate care suggests staff prioritize personal connection as part of daily caregiving and family communication.
Facilities and amenities receive strong approval. The facility is connected to a hospital, which reviewers present as a reassuring feature. The presence of an on-site restaurant, walking track, patio, and dayroom are noted as concrete amenities that support resident activity and comfort. Proximity to nearby businesses (a dollar store and the Stick Wagon Cafe) is mentioned, indicating convenient access to neighborhood resources for visitors or residents who may go out.
Activities and resident life appear well supported: reviewers mention ample activity space and that residents seem to be having a great time. Combined with descriptions of friendly staff and a home-like atmosphere, these comments paint a picture of an environment that is socially engaging and supportive of everyday life for residents.
The primary concern raised across the reviews is that the facility can be hot inside. This is the only notable negative recurring in the summaries provided. There is no additional negative feedback about care quality, cleanliness, safety, or specific management issues in these summaries. Given the otherwise positive tone, the temperature concern may be a singular operational issue that management could address (e.g., HVAC adjustments, additional fans, or seasonal monitoring) to improve comfort.
In summary, the reviews portray J G Alexander Nursing Home as a modern, clean, and spacious facility with strong, compassionate caregiving and active, friendly resident life. The connection to a hospital and the array of on-site amenities are clear strengths. The main actionable concern from the feedback is indoor temperature control, which stands out as the only consistent negative note amid otherwise enthusiastic praise.
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Medicare Ratings
1·/ 5
Overall
Health Inspection
Staffing
Quality Measures
Ratings from the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (Care Compare). View on Medicare.gov
Location
J G Alexander Nursing Home is located at 25112 MS-15, Union, MS, 39365.
About J G Alexander Nursing Home
J G Alexander Nursing Home, sometimes called J. G. Alexander Nursing Center, sits as part of Rush Foundation Hospital and is certified for Medicare and Medicaid, with room to support about 60 residents in a mix of more than 55 private and semi-private rooms, and every room comes with cable TV, a telephone connection, built-in closet, and dresser drawers, so everyone has a bit of storage for personal things and direct access to calls and news. The place stays open for those looking for transitional care, personal care assistance, and rehabilitation since they offer physical, occupational, and speech therapy right on site, along with medication management for those who need help tracking what they take. You'll find a shared dining room, an outdoor area for walks or just fresh air, and some communal spaces where residents talk or spend time together, and the building keeps everything accessible for folks who might have a harder time getting around. There's also a barbershop and a beauty salon, so residents can keep up with regular haircuts or a little pampering. The staff stays on hand day and night, and while there's no mention of extra special features or unique rooms with fancy names, the focus lands mostly on care, nutrition, and simple comfort. No details came up about specific programs or what kinds of long-term or skilled nursing they do, but the basics stay covered, with support aimed at seniors who need some extra help each day.
People often ask...
J G Alexander Nursing Home offers assisted living and skilled nursing.
The full address for this community is 25112 MS-15, Union, MS 39365.
No, J G Alexander 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.
Safety & Compliance
In Mississippi, the State Department of Health licenses care facilities and publishes the survey, complaint, and infection-control reports from its inspections.
License number
nh-255318
Facility type
Nursing Home
Special certification
Medicaid/Medicare – Dually certified
Inspection Reports
43
Reports
46
Citations
4
Complaints
7
Years
01 Jun 2026Revisit
01 Jun 2026Revisit
Determined that the facility was in compliance with the Minimum Standards of Operation for Institutions for the Aged or Infirm.
01 Jun 2026Revisit
01 Jun 2026Revisit
Recommended back in compliance after a desk review determined required measures were in place.
01 Apr 2026Inspection
01 Apr 2026Inspection
Found that residents did not have ready access to the most recent state survey results, and Enhanced Barrier Precautions were not consistently implemented for a resident with a catheter.
CFR 483.10(g)(10)-(11)Right to survey results
CFR 483.80Infection prevention and control
01 Apr 2026Inspection
01 Apr 2026Inspection
Identified deficiencies related to residents' rights information access and infection control practices during the annual licensure survey. Specifically, residents could not readily access the latest survey results, and enhanced barrier precautions were not consistently followed during catheter care.
45.17.2Residents' Rights
48.58.1Infection Control
01 Apr 2026Inspection
01 Apr 2026Inspection
Found no deficiencies. All applicable requirements were met.
01 Apr 2025Complaint
01 Apr 2025Complaint
Investigated a complaint about a resident left wet, soiled, and with injury of unknown origin. Found no deficiencies.
01 Apr 2025Complaint
01 Apr 2025Complaint
Concluded there were no deficiencies cited after investigating a complaint alleging a resident was left wet, soiled, and injured.
01 Feb 2025Revisit
01 Feb 2025Revisit
Concluded that emergency preparedness was back in compliance.
01 Feb 2025Revisit
01 Feb 2025Revisit
Verified compliance with the standards after a follow-up review for annual recertification and complaint investigation. No deficiencies were cited.
01 Feb 2025Revisit
01 Feb 2025Revisit
Verified compliance after a follow-up revisit for annual recertification with complaint survey; no deficiencies were cited.
01 Feb 2025Revisit
01 Feb 2025Revisit
Found no deficiencies.
01 Jan 2025Inspection
01 Jan 2025Inspection
Investigated and found multiple deficiencies across resident rights, nutrition, behavioral health, bed safety, staffing postings, food safety, and quality assurance during a survey.
Determined noncompliance with Medicare/Medicaid participation requirements and cited multiple deficiencies.
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01 Jan 2025Inspection
01 Jan 2025Inspection
Observed that the emergency preparedness plan was not updated as required and after-action reports for community-based exercises were not reflected.
42 CFR §483.73(a)(1)-(2)Emergency Plan – based on risk assessment
01 Jan 2025Inspection
01 Jan 2025Inspection
Identified deficiencies related to residents' rights and safe food handling procedures during a survey. The findings showed issues with dignity and access to care, and improper food storage practices.
45.17.2Residents' Rights
45.29.1Safe Food Handling Procedures
01 Jan 2025Complaint
01 Jan 2025Complaint
Investigated significant weight loss and inadequate nutrition management with delayed dietitian and medication review interventions for a resident.
45.21.9Nutrition
01 Jan 2025Inspection
01 Jan 2025Inspection
Found no deficiencies. The evaluation concluded compliance with the applicable life safety code.
01 Oct 2023Infection Control
01 Oct 2023Infection Control
Found that complete COVID-19 reporting to NHSN was not provided during a required seven-day period.
CFR 483.80(g)COVID-19 reporting to NHSN
01 Sept 2023Revisit
01 Sept 2023Revisit
Placed back in compliance after confirming corrective actions were implemented to address the prior deficiency.
01 Sept 2023Revisit
01 Sept 2023Revisit
Determined that the facility was back in compliance with minimum standards following a desk review.
01 Aug 2023Inspection
01 Aug 2023Inspection
Identified unsafe food handling due to unlabeled and undated items in refrigeration and improper disposal of expired foods.
45.29.1Safe Food Handling Procedures
01 Aug 2023Inspection
01 Aug 2023Inspection
Observed multiple deficiencies in care planning, medication monitoring, drug storage, and food handling affecting several residents.
CFR 483.21(b)(1)-(3)Develop/Implement Comprehensive Care Plans
CFR 483.45(d)(1)-(6)Drug Regimen is Free from Unnecessary Drugs
CFR 483.45(g)(h)(1)-(2)Label/Store Drugs and Biologicals
CFR 483.60(d)(3)Food in Form to Meet Individual Needs
Verified emergency preparedness met all requirements; found no deficiencies.
01 Aug 2023Inspection
01 Aug 2023Inspection
Found no deficiencies. The review confirmed compliance with applicable life safety code provisions.
01 Apr 2021Revisit
01 Apr 2021Revisit
Found no deficiencies after a desk review of prior deficiencies. Substantial compliance was confirmed.
01 Apr 2021Revisit
01 Apr 2021Revisit
Concluded substantial compliance with Medicare and Medicaid participation requirements after a desk review; no new deficiencies were found.
01 Mar 2021Inspection
01 Mar 2021Inspection
Identified deficiencies related to resident rights grievances and discharge assessments. Eight residents attending a resident council meeting had unresolved complaints about food, with no documented resolutions, and a discharge MDS was not completed timely.
42 CFR 483.10(f)(5)-(7)Resident/Family Group and Response
42 CFR 483.20(g)Accuracy of Assessments
01 Mar 2021Inspection
01 Mar 2021Inspection
Investigated unresolved grievances about food; eight residents' grievances were not promptly resolved.
45.17.2Residents' Rights
01 Mar 2021Inspection
01 Mar 2021Inspection
Found no deficiencies. The survey concluded compliance with applicable life safety code standards.
01 Mar 2021Inspection
01 Mar 2021Inspection
Found no deficiencies. The survey confirmed compliance with emergency preparedness requirements.
01 Dec 2020Infection Control
01 Dec 2020Infection Control
Found no deficiencies in infection control during a COVID-19 focused survey.
01 Dec 2020Infection Control
01 Dec 2020Infection Control
Found no deficiencies in COVID-19 infection control; compliance with infection control regulations and CMS/CDC practices was observed.
01 Dec 2020Infection Control
01 Dec 2020Infection Control
Found no deficiencies related to COVID-19 infection control. Compliance with infection control regulations and CDC recommendations was noted.
01 Dec 2020Infection Control
01 Dec 2020Infection Control
Found no deficiencies in the COVID-19 focused emergency preparedness review. Confirmed compliance with applicable emergency preparedness requirements.
01 Sept 2020Infection Control
01 Sept 2020Infection Control
Found substantial compliance with infection control guidelines during a COVID-19 focused review. No deficiencies were cited.
01 Sept 2020Infection Control
01 Sept 2020Infection Control
Verified compliance with COVID-19 emergency preparedness requirements during a focused review. No deficiencies were cited.
01 Aug 2020Infection Control
01 Aug 2020Infection Control
Found failure to report complete COVID-19 information to NHSN on a weekly basis.
§483.80(g)Reporting - National Health Safety Network
01 May 2020Infection Control
01 May 2020Infection Control
Found compliance with COVID-19 infection-control requirements and implemented CMS and CDC recommended practices.
01 May 2020Infection Control
01 May 2020Infection Control
Found compliance with COVID-19 infection control regulations. No deficiencies were cited.
01 Oct 2019Infection Control
01 Oct 2019Infection Control
Found no deficiencies after a complaint investigation. Compliance with Medicare and Medicaid participation requirements was determined.
01 Oct 2019Infection Control
01 Oct 2019Infection Control
Investigated a complaint and found no deficiencies.
01 Jan 2019Inspection
01 Jan 2019Inspection
Identified palatability concerns with meals for several residents and inadequate maintenance of exit egress.
45.30.7Food Preparation
45.41.1Date of Construction & Life Safety Code Compliance
01 Jan 2019Inspection
01 Jan 2019Inspection
Found deficiencies across resident rights and food preferences, nutrition and meal service, kitchen sanitation, and emergency preparedness.
CFR 483.10(f)Self-Determination
CFR 483.10(f)(5)-(f)(7)Resident/Family Group and Response
CFR 483.21(b)(2)(i)-(iii)Care Plan Timing and Revision
NFPA 101 Means of Egress - GeneralMeans of Egress - General
NFPA 101 19.7.1.6, 19.7.1.7Fire Drills
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