Ponca City Nursing and Rehab Center

    1400 N Waverly St, Ponca City, OK, 74601
    4.3 · 47 reviews
    • Assisted living
    • Memory care
    • Skilled nursing
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    2.0

    Some caring staff but unsafe

    I had a mixed experience. Many staff were kind, knowledgeable, and responsive - a few nurses and aides provided excellent rehab and the facility was often clean - but management was chaotic, staffing was frequently short, and we witnessed serious neglect (worsened sores, residents left in wet diapers), mold/maintenance and belongings mishandled, and poor food. Because of those safety and oversight issues, I cannot recommend this place despite some wonderful caregivers.

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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

    4.30 · 47 reviews

    Overall rating

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

      3.9
    • Staff

      4.0
    • Meals

      1.0
    • Amenities

      3.0
    • Value

      4.3

    Pros

    • Caring and helpful staff
    • Friendly and professional nurses
    • Top-notch nursing staff cited by multiple families
    • Knowledgeable and responsive staff
    • Clean facility and neat rooms (frequently mentioned)
    • Good rehab services and successful recoveries
    • Hospice care provided with compassion
    • Staff attentive to resident preferences (e.g., favorite drink, photos)
    • Responsive DON/ADON and some administrators
    • Staff who treat families like family
    • Quiet, peaceful environment for some residents
    • Good initial check-in and admissions experience
    • Facility meets an important community need
    • Prompt responses to requests and questions
    • Positive word-of-mouth and many strong recommendations

    Cons

    • Management and administration criticized as rude or ineffective
    • Frequent short staffing reported
    • Serious neglect allegations, including untreated bedsores
    • Residents found in wet clothes or diapers left for long periods
    • Extreme neglect incidents prompting family removal
    • Claims of abuse, theft, and unsafe conditions
    • Inconsistent care quality across staff/shifts
    • Food described as poor quality
    • Mold in rooms and other maintenance problems
    • Belongings mishandled during room moves
    • Facility reportedly only fully compliant during state inspections
    • Unpleasant odors at times (urine, general smell)
    • Visitation restrictions and shutdown-related limitations
    • Hallway lighting and smell need improvement

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment is mixed and highly polarized: a substantial number of reviewers praise the nursing staff, rehabilitation services, cleanliness, and compassionate hospice or end-of-life care, while a number of very serious complaints allege neglect, poor administration, and safety issues. Many families report positive, even outstanding, experiences with individual caregivers and clinical staff — citing friendly, caring nurses and aides, staff who attend to personal preferences (such as asking a resident’s favorite drink or taking photos), and strong rehab outcomes where loved ones recovered and returned home. Several reviewers specifically name staff and administrators (for example: Cathy, Regina, Stephanie, the DON/ADON) and describe warm, family-like treatment, good admissions/check-in experiences, and a quiet, clean environment in which residents feel comfortable and well cared for.

    However, those positive accounts sit alongside troubling, specific allegations of neglect and substandard care. Multiple reviewers report short-staffing and its consequences: bedsores/pressure ulcers, residents left in wet clothes or diapers for extended periods (one account described a resident sitting 12 hours in the same diaper), worsening existing sores, and families deciding to remove their loved ones because of poor care. These reports indicate inconsistent quality of care across shifts or units — some staff and shifts are praised as "top-notch," while others are described as neglectful. The contrast suggests uneven staffing levels, supervision, or training that results in variable resident experiences.

    Facility and maintenance issues appear in both positive and negative lights. Several reviewers repeatedly note that the facility is clean, rooms are neat, and common spaces are well maintained; others report mold in rooms, unpleasant odors (including urine smell), and belongings thrown or mishandled during room moves. Lighting in hallways and general smells are mentioned as areas needing improvement. Such differences may reflect variability over time or between wings/rooms rather than a single uniform condition across the facility.

    Management and transparency are recurring concerns among the negative reviews. Some reviewers call out poor leadership, describe administrators as rude or ineffective, and even accuse management of hiding incidents about residents. A few reviewers explicitly warn others to avoid the facility, alleging theft, abuse, and unsafe conditions that go beyond neglect to claims of criminal behavior. Conversely, other families praise administrators and office staff for being professional and helpful. This divergence again points to inconsistency in leadership responsiveness or variable experiences when raising concerns.

    Dining and visitation also draw mixed feedback. Food quality is criticized in multiple summaries as "horrible," while other reviewers make no complaint about meals. Visitation restrictions due to shutdowns were reported as upsetting by families, limiting visiting time and contact during certain periods. Some staff helped accommodate families within those constraints and provided thoughtful touches (e.g., taking photos), which were appreciated.

    Notable patterns and takeaways: 1) There is a clear split between many very positive reports of compassionate, knowledgeable staff and equally serious negative reports describing neglect and unsafe conditions. 2) Short-staffing and inconsistent staffing appear as root issues tied to several negative outcomes (bedsores, incontinence care lapses, slow responses). 3) Maintenance and cleanliness show mixed reviews — while many call the facility clean, specific accounts of mold, smells, and mishandled belongings are serious and warrant attention. 4) Management responsiveness is inconsistent in reviewers’ experiences; some staff and administrators receive strong praise while others are criticized sharply.

    Given these mixed but significant concerns, prospective residents and families should weigh both the positive caregiving reports and the serious neglect allegations. When evaluating this facility in person, consider verifying current staffing levels and turnover, inspecting the specific room/unit for odors, mold, and cleanliness, asking about skin integrity protocols and pressure sore prevention, inquiring how the facility handles complaints and incident reporting, and seeking references about recent care outcomes and state inspection reports. The overall picture is one of capable, caring staff and effective rehab and hospice care for many residents, but also of inconsistent management and care lapses serious enough in some cases that families removed residents — making careful, ongoing oversight essential.

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    About Ponca City Nursing and Rehab Center

    Ponca City Nursing and Rehab Center offers care for people who need short-term rehabilitation or long-term support, so folks can get help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, medication, and meals, along with 24-hour nursing and supervision. Private rooms for rehab patients help with healing, giving folks their own space while they recover, and skilled nurses, therapists, and specialists use modern equipment to help each person work on their specific goals. The facility feels home-like and has a community focus, with outdoor areas for fresh air, a game and activities room, dining room, fitness center, salon and barbershop, and spaces for social events, crafts, and wellness programs. Patients can get help with medical needs such as wound care, podiatry, occupational therapy, and medication, and long-term care residents find support with personal care like grooming, toileting, laundry, and housekeeping. Transportation is available, and there are family services like help with memorial planning, creating memorial websites, funeral fundraising, grief support, and sharing key information. Respite care and hospice services are available for those who need them. The facility accepts long-term care insurance and features private rehab rooms, safe and accessible features, and daily support, aiming for comfort, dignity, and the well-being of all residents.

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