The Laurels of Forest Glenn sits in a quiet suburb near Raleigh and operates as a skilled nursing care facility. The place has 140 beds for people needing skilled nursing and rehabilitation, with ten rooms set aside for those wanting assisted living. Staffing levels change, depending on how many people stay at the facility, and there's a care team known for experience and longevity. Residents get care plans made with their doctors, and the team provides occupational therapy, physical therapy, and therapy sessions every day of the week, which helps with things like neuro rehab, wound management, orthopedic or cardiopulmonary rehab, pain management, balance, fall prevention, and continence problems. Meals are managed by the dietary department, so everyone gets food that meets their medical and nutritional needs, and the facility's food is said to be both healthy and tasty. The building feels home-like, is extremely clean, and offers both indoor and outdoor sitting areas for residents and visitors.
While there's no gated entry or security guards, each resident does have a call button or pendant for emergencies. Transport is available for medical appointments but not for outings or shopping. The facility is closely linked with Siena Health Care, Michigan's largest provider of nursing and rehab services, and works with a licensed administrator named Darryl Taylor. There's no respite care offered, but there are short-term and long-term care options, along with a specialized Return To Home Program and home evaluations to help residents move back to their own houses safely. Guests needing hospice or rehabilitation for a short period can stay here, too. The Laurels of Forest Glenn recently finished a renovation, which added a new café for residents and guests to enjoy coffee and socialize. The facility runs a grievance policy for complaints. Medicare and most insurances are accepted. Overall, the Laurels of Forest Glenn focuses on safety, individualized health care, and creating a comfortable space for those needing skilled nursing or rehabilitative support.
