Autumn Care of Altavista sits at 1317 Lola Avenue in Altavista, Virginia, and has been offering care to seniors since 1989, but right now, they're not taking any new patients, and that's something to keep in mind if you're inquiring. This is a skilled nursing facility run by Saber Healthcare Group, LLC, and has 119 licensed beds with both semi-private and private room options-semi-private rooms cost $215 per day, and private rooms go for $225-so people can choose what fits best for them, and there's air conditioning throughout, wheelchair access, parking, and onsite restrooms, making sure everyone on the property can get around comfortably. People who need care will find a range of options here, including skilled nursing, long-term care, assisted living, memory care, personal care, and even hospice and respite care, so they've tried to cover most things seniors may need as health conditions change.
The staff speaks English and comes to work under the supervision of Administrator Christi Thomas, and the team includes nurses and therapists who work closely with physicians to make rehab and recovery plans that fit each person. They've got physical, occupational, and speech therapy services, and care covers things from cardiac needs, congestive heart failure, intravenous (IV) therapy, post-surgical recovery, pulmonary issues, stroke, pain management, and wound care, which means they really can look out for people with complex medical needs. What stands out is their pre-surgery exercise programs and the way they help future residents get familiar with their rehab equipment before they actually arrive-they even have a pre-registration program, called the Progressive PATH Program, that's set up for people coming from a hospital stay, hoping that the planning they put in before you ever get there will make recovery smoother and might cut down on hospital readmissions.
They focus on transparent communication, and during pre-registration, folks can meet with the care team-including nurses, therapists, and doctors-to ask questions and get ready for what's next. Residents can also take part in activities, celebrate holidays, and enjoy meals as part of their recovery, and there are personal care services, caregiving resources, and support for things like aging well that the community tries to keep in reach. They keep things comfortable but don't pretend life's always perfect, and while they have received the 2024 Bronze - Commitment to Quality Award from the American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living, their main goal remains focused on giving the best care they can, with 24-hour skilled nursing, and offering help where and when people need it. The facility works with many partners, has a full-time staff of about 97 people, and for the most recent year, they served over 38,000 patient days, so they've got plenty of experience tending to the various needs that come with aging. For more about their care options, programs, and current status, people can check their website.
