Brown County Care Center

    312 W State St, Georgetown, OH, 45121
    2.6 · 5 reviews
    • Assisted living
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    1.0

    Facility appears closed; avoid placement

    I would never place a loved one here. The facility appears closed/no longer in service, and when I looked there was no 24-hour monitoring or real supervision; it reportedly houses mental-health clients with daily police presence and frequent arrests. I wouldn't let a family member stay - check references and public records first.

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    Amenities

    2.60 · 5 reviews

    Overall rating

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

      3.0
    • Staff

      1.0
    • Meals

      2.6
    • Amenities

      2.6
    • Value

      2.6

    Pros

    • 24-hour monitoring
    • Housing for mental health clients
    • Specialized mental health housing

    Cons

    • Daily police presence on site
    • Residents reportedly ending up in jail for various charges
    • Apparent lack of supervision despite monitoring claim
    • Does not permit family members to stay
    • Advisement to check references and public records
    • Facility closed / no longer in service

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment from the provided reviews is predominantly negative with serious safety and operational concerns, though there are a few functional aspects noted. Reviewers identify the site as a housing option for mental health clients and note that there is 24-hour monitoring; however, these positives are outweighed by repeated mentions of police presence, criminal incidents involving residents, and a perception that supervision is inadequate. The facility is also reported to be closed and no longer in service, which is a critical operational status that supersedes routine evaluation for prospective families.

    Care quality and staff: The reviews contain conflicting signals about supervision. One comment explicitly mentions 24-hour monitoring, which could indicate continuous observation or security systems; simultaneously, multiple statements claim the facility "appears to have no supervision." That contradiction raises questions about the nature and effectiveness of monitoring (for example, whether monitoring is passive electronic surveillance versus active staff oversight). Frequent police involvement and statements that residents end up in jail for various charges suggest either that the population includes individuals with a high risk of criminal behavior or that the facility has shortcomings in behavior management, de-escalation, or appropriate clinical interventions. There is no specific praise or detail about clinical competency, staff training, staff-to-resident ratios, or licensing compliance in the reviews, so those are unresolved concerns that should be verified through records.

    Facilities and operations: The only facility-related positives are that it provides housing for mental health clients and that monitoring is available around the clock. No information is given about the physical condition of the building, room accommodations, safety features, or therapeutic spaces. Importantly, the facility is reported as closed and no longer in service; this status should be confirmed through local licensing agencies, state records, or county public records before relying on any operational claims. Closure may relate to regulatory action, lack of admissions, or other administrative decisions, and it materially affects whether the site can be considered as an option.

    Management, policies and oversight: Reviewers advise checking references and public records, which indicates concerns about transparency and external oversight. A reported policy of not allowing a family member to stay suggests restrictive visitation or accommodation rules that could impact family involvement and advocacy. The recurring mention of police presence and criminal charges among residents points to possible issues with admission screening, incident reporting, and risk management practices. Given these concerns, prospective families should request documentation on incident logs, staffing qualifications, behavioral protocols, and any recent regulatory or law-enforcement interactions.

    Dining, activities, and social programming: The reviewer summaries provide no information on dining quality, meal service, recreational activities, therapy or engagement programs. The absence of commentary does not imply adequacy; rather it identifies a knowledge gap. Prospective investigators should ask directly about daily schedules, therapeutic programming for mental health clients, meal plans, and opportunities for family involvement.

    Notable patterns and recommendations: The most prominent patterns are: (1) safety concerns driven by daily police presence and resident arrests; (2) mixed messages about supervision versus monitoring; (3) restrictive family policies; and (4) the facility reportedly being closed. These collectively represent high-risk red flags. Recommendations based on these reviews: verify current operational status and licensing, obtain public records or inspection reports, ask for detailed staffing and monitoring protocols (including whether monitoring is active staff supervision or passive surveillance), review incident and police-report histories, clarify family visitation/stay policies, and consider alternative facilities if safety, supervision, or transparency cannot be satisfactorily demonstrated. If the facility is indeed closed, direct inquiries toward the licensing authority to understand the reason for closure and to identify recommended alternative providers.

    Location

    Map showing location of Brown County Care Center

    About Brown County Care Center

    Brown County Care Center sits at 312 W State Street in Georgetown, Ohio, and has other spots in Eastern Cincinnati and West Chester, so folks can find the care they need a little closer to home, whether that's assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, or just some help with the chores; now, the place is made up of smaller residential care homes, which means the caregivers and staff don't feel like strangers, and people get to know each other over time, which helps when you need a hand with things like bathing, dressing, or keeping on track with meals. The whole idea behind Brown County Care Center stays focused on making things feel like home with shared neighborhood homes for folks who want help but still want independence; private and semi-private rooms are there, and there's always someone around-nurses, aides, even dentists come by-for both health care and daily support needs like managing diabetes, taking meds, or just getting around safely thanks to safety features like emergency call systems and handicap-friendly bathrooms.

    Residents with memory loss or dementia live in secure areas set up to prevent wandering, and the staff uses personal care plans so folks get the attention that fits them best; the whole place covers different types of care-assisted living, skilled nursing, independent living, and home care-so people get as much or as little help as they want. Meals are made on-site with healthy choices, and if someone needs special food, like diabetic meals, the kitchen takes care of that, plus there are private dining rooms when company comes, and pets can live there too. There's always something to do, from wellness programs, haircuts from a mobile stylist, outings for medical visits or church, and access to parks and social events, making the days feel less lonely.

    Brown County Care Center has a range of room sizes and styles-shared or private- so folks can feel comfortable however they like, and rates are kept affordable for both options. The grounds include landscaped areas for walking, and residents have free Wi-Fi, parking, and nearby restaurants, pharmacies, and places of worship, along with quick access to medical centers and hospitals if extra care's ever needed. People get help as needed-from brushing teeth, getting dressed, or just a ride to the doctor-and maintenance and cleaning staff keep the buildings tidy, while everyone focuses on respecting each person's dignity and encouraging independence. The goal is always to keep things kind, professional, and homelike, so seniors feel supported, safe, and welcomed every day at Brown County Care Center.

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