Orchard View Manor, over in East Providence, is a two-story skilled nursing facility that's managed by Athena Health Care Systems, which has been around since 1984, and the place helps seniors and others with long-term and short-term needs, like those with complicated medical issues or chronic illnesses, and it's pet-friendly too, which is nice for folks who don't want to leave their animals behind. There's a big focus on care with dignity and respect, and they really try to make a safe environment, like with their secured dementia and memory units where there are rooms that got updated with things like a serenity room and a garden room so people with memory problems, Alzheimer's, or cognitive trouble can have some peace and security. You'll find a broad range of services there: long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, hospice care, memory care, and even substance use supportive programs, and for veterans, it's VA-contracted and offers programs meant to support the special needs some veterans might have.
They've got 24-hour skilled nursing, and the care teams look after people all day and night, so someone's always around if help's needed, and there's subacute programs with doctors from all different specialties, like psychiatrists, dentists, surgeons, and urologists, coming in to help, and wound care, pain management, cardiac rehab, respiratory services, and treatment for orthopedic injuries, joint replacements, or neurological diseases. The staff includes a registered dietitian who manages a meal program that's got choices fitting for people with dietary needs like diabetes, with three meals a day served restaurant-style in a big dining area, and comfortable lounges for relaxing. There's also case management, caregiving resources, and social services, plus transportation to medical appointments at no cost for residents who need to get out to see their doctors.
Residents can choose from spacious private or semi-private rooms, and housekeeping, laundry, and salon services get handled on site, so people don't have to do chores if they don't want to. There's lots to do, since they've put together life enrichment programs with activities like gardening, book clubs, exercise groups, birthday celebrations, trips to local spots, wellness meetings, devotional services, and even things like bowling and picnics, with an active events calendar for residents and families to stay involved. Outdoors, the facility is set up with nice patios and pretty landscaping, with spaces where people can visit or relax when the weather's good. For folks dealing with memory problems or dementia, there's a locked unit so everyone stays safe, and those spaces were recently fixed up so the inside matches the peaceful feel outdoors. There's also a TV room and areas for board games, reading, and small group hangouts.
Physical and occupational therapy are on offer for rehabilitation, and restorative care programs are there to help people keep their strength or regain function after illness or injury, and if someone's in need of specialized help, the team's got experience with wounds and pain management, and they even support those with substance use needs. There's respite care, so family caregivers can get a break, and hospice care for end-of-life support-again, all with a team that tries to treat people with kindness and thoughtfulness. While some folks have said good things and some haven't (the rating's about 3.3 from 25 reviews), Orchard View Manor keeps trying to make a caring, safe, and welcoming home, shaped by a group of professionals who work to make life as secure and comfortable for residents as possible, with a philosophy that lets folks stay in one place as their health needs change over time.
