The Waters of Springfield

    704 5th Ave E, Springfield, TN 37172
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care
    • Skilled Nursing

    Caring, compassionate staff; effective rehab

    I had a very good experience here. The administration and staff - nurses, CNAs and therapists - were caring, hardworking and compassionate, treating residents like family. The facility is clean, homelike and being updated; meals are good with generous portions. Rehab, wound care and therapy were thorough and effective, veterans are welcomed, and FaceTime kept us connected during COVID. I recommend this place.

    Loved one of resident
    Jul 2026

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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

    Reviews

    3.52·(44)

    Overall rating

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

      2.9
    • Staff

      3.4
    • Meals

      3.3
    • Amenities

      3.5
    • Value

      3.5

    Pros

    • Strong rehabilitation and therapy program
    • Friendly, professional therapy staff
    • Compassionate and caring frontline caregivers
    • Dedicated CNAs and hardworking staff
    • Clean, homelike interior environment
    • Supportive administration and leadership
    • Veteran-friendly admissions and services
    • Adequate meal portions
    • Initial admission supplies provided
    • Use of video calling to maintain family contact

    Cons

    • Inconsistent staffing levels
    • Delays in response to resident call requests
    • Gaps in medication administration and monitoring
    • Weak discharge and care-transition coordination
    • Inconsistent personal-care and bathing assistance
    • Cleanliness and odor concerns in some areas
    • Variable dining quality and menu blandness
    • Limited activity engagement and programming
    • Dependence on family for basic care support
    • Workplace culture and communication shortcomings

    Summary of reviews

    Overall impression: Reviews describe a facility with clear strengths in rehabilitation services and many individual staff members who are compassionate and hardworking, set within a generally homelike environment. Therapy and rehab were repeatedly praised for professionalism and thoroughness, and several reviewers highlighted supportive administrators and staff who treated residents with warmth. At the same time, the commentary is polarized: positive frontline experiences coexist with recurring operational concerns that families should weigh when choosing this facility.

    Care quality: Clinical performance appears inconsistent. Multiple accounts praise skilled nursing, diligent wound care, and an effective physical-therapy program, while others cite missed medication doses, incomplete medication documentation, and gaps in clinical monitoring that contributed to readmissions or significant complications. There are also mentions of inconsistent bathing and personal-care assistance, and isolated but serious concerns following a resident's death and wound-related complications. The pattern suggests variability in clinical oversight and medication-management processes across shifts or units.

    Staff and culture: Many reviewers emphasize compassionate, friendly CNAs, nurses, and therapists who are engaged with residents; these staff members are frequently described as caring, hardworking, and family-oriented. However, recurring themes include understaffing, delayed responses to calls for assistance, and concerns about the tone of staff communication in some interactions. Some comments reflect perceptions of a strained workplace culture and inconsistent communication from office or leadership staff, which appears to affect family trust and the consistency of frontline care.

    Dining and activities: Dining is generally described as having adequate portion sizes and acceptable service, though food quality is characterized by some as bland or inconsistent. Activity programming was noted as limited, particularly during infection-control periods; reviewers appreciated adaptations such as FaceTime to maintain family contact, but many identified limited engagement options for residents. Prospective families should ask about current activity schedules and how the facility supports social and cognitive engagement post-pandemic.

    Facilities and management: The physical environment is described as clean and homelike by many, with some ongoing facility updates noted. There are also isolated sanitation and odor concerns reported in certain areas, and occasional issues with room assignments (for example, initial rooms lacking bathroom access were reportedly corrected). Management receives mixed evaluations—several reviewers compliment administrators and leadership, while others report poor communication, insufficient discharge instruction, and delays arranging home health services. A pattern emerges of reliable strengths in rehabilitation and individual caregivers, offset by system-level issues in staffing, medication control, communication, and care transitions.

    Notable patterns and considerations: The dominant pattern across reviews is a contrast between high-quality, personable care from many staff members and operational inconsistencies that can affect safety and continuity of care. Key inquiry areas for prospective residents and families are current staffing ratios, medication-administration and documentation protocols, wound- and infection-monitoring practices, discharge-planning procedures, and the facility's strategies for activity engagement and odor/cleanliness control. Visiting at different times of day and asking for recent quality or inspection records can help assess whether the facility has addressed the operational weaknesses noted in these accounts.

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    Medicare Ratings

    2·/ 5
    • Overall

    • Health Inspection

    • Staffing

    • Quality Measures

    Ratings from the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (Care Compare). View on Medicare.gov

    Location

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    The Waters of Springfield is located at 704 5th Ave E, Springfield, TN, 37172.

    About The Waters of Springfield

    The Waters Of Springfield is a senior living community that offers a range of services dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for its residents. This care home provides both short-term rehabilitation and long-term skilled nursing care, with the goal of nurturing a comfortable and supportive environment. Residents at The Waters Of Springfield benefit from individualized care plans designed by a team of skilled healthcare professionals, including nurses and therapists, who work collaboratively to address both medical and personal needs.

    The facility features a variety of amenities to promote comfort and socialization. Spacious private and semi-private rooms are available, each designed with accessibility and resident comfort in mind. Common areas, such as Brightwood Dining Room, provide inviting spaces for residents to gather and enjoy freshly prepared meals. Nutritious meal options are offered daily, accommodating specific dietary requirements and preferences. The care home also features comfortable lounges, landscaped outdoor areas, and spaces for recreational activities, allowing residents to socialize, participate in group events, or relax in a peaceful environment.

    A robust program of daily activities is coordinated by the Life Enrichment Team, who tailor offerings to meet the interests and abilities of all residents. Activities range from arts and crafts workshops to group exercise, gardening, and music sessions, all aimed at encouraging engagement and maintaining cognitive and physical well-being. The Waters Of Springfield offers the Heritage Suites for residents seeking additional privacy and enhanced amenities, while the therapy gym is equipped with modern equipment for physical, occupational, and speech therapy, supporting each resident’s path to recovery and independence.

    The culinary experience is a focal point at The Waters Of Springfield, with meals prepared on-site to provide both nutrition and enjoyment. Special dining events and themed meals are organized to bring variety and excitement to the residents’ daily routine. The facility ensures that every aspect of life—including health, nutrition, recreation, and socialization—is attended to, helping residents feel secure and at home. With its holistic approach, comprehensive amenities, and warm, attentive staff, The Waters Of Springfield strives to be a welcoming and vibrant place for its residents to thrive.

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