Brookwood Villa Personal Care

    915 Wayne St, Waynesboro, MS, 39367
    2.3 · 3 reviews
    • Assisted living
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    2.0

    Conflicted: unsafe care, occasional compassion

    I'm conflicted. My psychologically impaired grandmother suffered terrible staff treatment — I observed unlicensed staff, improper medication administration, no licensed nurses on duty, safety concerns, overcharging and alleged fraud, and poor leadership (manager ReNae); I cannot recommend the professional or patient-facing staff. At the same time, some management and staff provided top‑notch care and the facility is a blessing/only viable option for quality senior care in our area.

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    Amenities

    2.33 · 3 reviews

    Overall rating

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

      2.3
    • Staff

      2.3
    • Meals

      2.3
    • Amenities

      2.3
    • Value

      1.0

    Pros

    • professional and patient staff
    • top-notch care from some management and staff
    • described as a blessing to the community
    • considered an option for quality senior care by some reviewers

    Cons

    • use of unlicensed staff
    • improper medication administration
    • lack of licensed nurses on site
    • poor leadership and management
    • allegations of overcharging and fraud
    • safety concerns for residents
    • reports of terrible staff treatment
    • some reviewers explicitly do not recommend the facility
    • specific criticism directed at manager ReNae

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment across the supplied reviews is strongly mixed and polarized. Several reviewers offer high praise, calling staff professional, patient, and top-notch, and describing the facility as a blessing to the community or an option for quality senior care. At the same time, multiple serious concerns appear repeatedly: allegations about unlicensed staff, improper medication administration, lack of licensed nurses, complaints about leadership, financial concerns (overcharging and alleged fraud), and safety issues for residents. These opposing themes indicate inconsistent experiences among residents and families.

    Care quality and resident safety are central in the reviews. Positive comments emphasize compassionate, patient caregiving and effective support from some members of management and staff. Conversely, numerous serious negatives relate to clinical safety: reviewers report improper medication handling, the presence or use of unlicensed staff, and an overall lack of licensed nursing—each of which directly affects clinical care quality and resident safety. One reviewer specifically mentioned problems caring for a psychologically impaired relative (grandmother), indicating that the facility may struggle with higher-acuity behavioral or mental-health needs.

    Staff behavior and interactions with residents and families show a wide variance. Some reviews highlight staff professionalism and patience, while others describe "terrible staff treatment" and criticize how staff interact with residents. Management is another focal point of disagreement: some comments compliment management and staff as "top-notch," yet multiple reviewers condemn leadership, name the manager ReNae as a target of criticism, and describe poor oversight. These contrasting accounts suggest inconsistent staff training, supervision, or turnover that produces markedly different experiences depending on the specific staff members or shifts involved.

    Administrative and financial issues are flagged repeatedly. Reports of overcharging and alleged fraud are serious negative patterns present in the summaries; while stated as allegations in the reviews, they contribute to distrust among reviewers. Several accounts explicitly say the facility is "not recommended," which combined with the billing complaints and leadership concerns paints a picture of operational problems beyond bedside care.

    Facilities, dining, and activities are not discussed in the provided summaries. The absence of comments about physical environment, meal quality, recreational programming, or amenities means there is no reliable information from these reviews to evaluate those areas. Prospective families should not assume strengths or weaknesses in these categories based on the supplied content.

    Patterns and takeaways: the reviews present a clear split between strong praise from some and serious, risk-related complaints from others. The most frequently cited positives are compassionate, patient caregiving and strong performance by certain members of staff and management. The most frequent and significant negatives are clinical and administrative: unlicensed staff, medication errors or improper medication administration, lack of licensed nurses, safety concerns, poor leadership, and allegations around billing/fraud. Several reviewers explicitly advise against the facility.

    Given this mix, the factual picture based on these summaries is that Brookwood Villa Personal Care elicits highly variable experiences. If evaluating the facility, families should verify licensure and staffing qualifications, ask about medication administration protocols and nurse coverage, review billing and contract terms closely, request references or recent inspection/complaint records from the state licensing agency, and conduct in-person visits during different shifts to observe staff-resident interactions directly. These steps can help determine whether the strengths cited by some reviewers apply to the unit or staff that would be responsible for their loved one, and whether the serious concerns raised by other reviewers have been addressed.

    Location

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    About Brookwood Villa Personal Care

    Brookwood Villa Personal Care sits on a quiet twelve-acre property in Waynesboro, MS, as a family-owned facility licensed for assisted living and memory care. The place offers long-term care along with respite stays, so families can get some relief or help during transitions. Residents find many room choices, like studios, semi-private, and two-bedroom units, all with options for private bathrooms and wheelchair accessible showers, and some rooms have been renovated to add comfort. The community offers a living room for gathering, a dining room for shared meals, a puzzle room for games, and a church area for quiet reflection. Meals are served to everyone, and snacks help make sure no one goes hungry. They provide different amenities to help seniors feel at home, like personal bathroom setups, room to bring pets like dogs and cats, and spaces to socialize indoors. There's a large therapy gym on site for health needs and rehabilitation, plus daily activities such as games, crafts, and group outings, while staff schedules devotional services offsite for spiritual needs.

    Licensed personal care staff remain present around the clock, and the facility sets care plans for each person, adjusting support for things like help with bathing, dressing, medication management, or transferring from bed to wheelchair. Residents who need help with diabetes get support in checking blood sugar, though the staff don't give insulin shots. For those who have trouble moving, staff offer standby help but expect residents to manage incontinence on their own. Non-ambulatory care and hospice care are available as well, but the facility doesn't accept Medicare for payment unless certified for it. The cost involves community fees, respite fees for short stays, buy-in fees, and sliding fees based on care needs, whether high, medium, or low.

    Brookwood Villa offers transportation and parking for residents, with free rides available for those who need to go out. Smoking is allowed outdoors. The community allows for different ways to practice faith, socialize, and pursue interests, with daily programs aimed at making friends and building a strong sense of belonging. Common areas like a living room or activity spaces give seniors room to talk or join planned group events. Awards for "Best of Senior Living" and "Best Activities in Senior Living" show recognition in the field. Staff members keep a friendly and helpful attitude, and care gets personalized for every resident, whether someone needs memory care, assistance with daily life, or just wants a secure place to live that feels like home.

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