Golden LivingCenter - Shenandoah Valley

Golden LivingCenter - Shenandoah Valley sits in a peaceful spot in Buena Vista, VA, and people there get three meals each day along with snacks, and the rooms feel comfortable and welcoming, kind of making the place feel a bit like home, even for folks who are there for a short visit after surgery or for longer care. The center takes care of about 77 residents out of 93 certified beds, which gives it an occupancy rate of around 83%, and there are nurses and care assistants who provide about 1.38 staff hours per resident, split among RNs, LPNs, and CNAs, and they work to make sure everyone gets the attention they need, day or night. Folks can get skilled nursing care, home healthcare services, rehab services for things like falls, stroke, orthopedic injuries, and there's help with wound care, trach care, and memory care needs too. You'll find both short-term rehab to help people get back on their feet and long-term stays, plus respite care for families who need a short break, and the staff does resident assessments to keep track of care, keeping those records current. The place is fully sprinklered for fire safety, isn't inside a hospital, and is owned by a for-profit company that runs more than one nursing home, but it's not considered a special focus facility or a continuing care retirement community. Pets like cats and dogs are allowed, so folks with furry friends don't have to leave them behind, and residents and their families can take part in councils to have their voices heard and stay involved in community decisions. The building offers parking and transportation, and there are activities planned that aim to keep residents engaged. Golden LivingCenter - Shenandoah Valley works under Medicare and Medicaid, and most services and conversations are in English. Right now, they aren't taking in new patients, but the goal is to keep things simple, safe, and focused on what each person needs in a place that tries to be calm and supportive for seniors who want skilled nursing care or need a bit more help with daily life.