Park Village Health Care Center

    1525 Crater Avenue, Dover, OH, 44622
    3.9 · 12 reviews
    • Independent living
    • Assisted living
    • Memory care
    • Skilled nursing
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    4.0

    Clean attractive facility staffing concerns

    I have experience with this facility: it's very clean, light and attractive with nice outdoor space, kitchenettes in some rooms, lots of activities, visitors can dine, and the rehab/team are excellent. Most staff were caring and friendly, which brought real peace of mind, but meals can be inconsistent and some rooms (older Medicare wing) felt cold and dated. I also witnessed severe staffing problems at times - slow call-bell/med responses and occasional neglect - and the place is expensive (private-pay rooms are nicer). Overall I'd recommend for rehab and activities but insist you verify current staffing and nursing-side conditions before committing.

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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

    3.92 · 12 reviews

    Overall rating

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

      4.0
    • Staff

      4.1
    • Meals

      3.2
    • Amenities

      4.0
    • Value

      2.5

    Pros

    • many reviewers praise caring and friendly staff
    • several reports of excellent, attentive nursing and rehab teams
    • cleanliness and well-kept/pristine facility in many areas
    • modern, light, and airy rooms with large windows
    • private rooms with kitchenettes (sink and small refrigerator)
    • comfortably appointed private-pay rooms
    • ample activities: bingo, weekly entertainment, trips, church services, music and exercise
    • inviting dining room and menu options with some top-notch meals
    • access to hairdresser and on-site amenities (exercise room, library, activity room)
    • welcoming vibe and happy residents reported
    • outdoor green space and pleasant surroundings
    • proximity to hospital
    • skilled rehab and nursing home care praised by multiple reviewers
    • safety monitoring in place (wrist monitors mentioned)
    • visitors often allowed to dine with residents
    • some reviewers reported peace of mind and highly recommend the facility
    • better accessibility and updated areas in parts of the building
    • lower cost than some alternatives (in at least one report)

    Cons

    • frequent reports of severe understaffing and staffing shortages
    • instances of neglectful care, including residents left on the toilet
    • long delays for PRN (as-needed) medications
    • unresponsiveness to call bells and dead call-button batteries reported
    • alleged lack of agency staffing when needed
    • reports of rude or disrespectful behavior from some staff, including RN director/owner
    • perceived inequity between private-pay and other residents (private-pay rooms/staff treated better)
    • cold rooms and inadequate heating in some wings (noted in winter)
    • older Medicare wing described as dated and drearier
    • bed too short in some rooms
    • mixed feedback on food quality — some call it bland or not hot, poor breakfast
    • allegation of misrepresentation of 'skilled nursing care' availability
    • very high cost reported by some reviewers
    • limited or darker common areas noted in some parts
    • no cottages available and no garages for some residents
    • inconsistent experience across different wings and pay levels
    • some reviewers recommended other facilities as providing better treatment

    Summary review

    The reviews for Park Village Health Care Center present a mixed but detailed portrait with several strong, recurring positive themes alongside significant and recurring concerns. On the positive side, many reviewers emphasize the quality and warmth of direct caregiving: numerous comments highlight caring, friendly staff and several specific endorsements of the rehab and nursing teams. Cleanliness is repeatedly mentioned as a strong point — many areas are described as pristine and well-kept. Parts of the facility are described as modern, light-filled, and updated, with large rooms, good natural light, and attractive dining and activity spaces. Amenities frequently cited include in-room kitchenettes for some units, an exercise room, library, hairdresser, and a variety of activities such as weekly bingo, music/singing sessions, trips, and church services. The site is also praised for its outdoor green space and proximity to a hospital. Several reviewers say they felt peace of mind and highly recommend the facility, and some found it less expensive than alternatives.

    However, a significant cluster of negative reports centers on staffing, responsiveness, and inconsistent standards of care. Multiple reviewers describe severe understaffing, long delays responding to call bells, delayed PRN medications, and at least one report of a resident being left on the toilet for an extended period. There are allegations that the facility does not bring in agency staff when needed and that some call buttons or batteries failed and were not addressed promptly. These issues point to operational and supervision problems that have directly affected resident care in the accounts provided.

    A notable pattern is inconsistency across wings and pay levels. Several reviewers contrast nicer private-pay rooms and better treatment for private-pay residents with an older, colder Medicare wing that is described as drearier, with problems like short beds and inadequate heating in winter. This perceived disparity extends to staff behavior in some reports — while many staff are praised, others are described as rude or disrespectful, and one review specifically names the RN director/owner as having behaved rudely. There is also an allegation that 'skilled nursing care' was misrepresented to at least one family, which raises concerns about admissions communications and expectations.

    Dining receives mixed feedback: while multiple reviewers applaud top-notch meals, varied menus, and inviting smells from the kitchen, others report bland food, meals not served hot, and a poor breakfast experience. Similarly, activities and social programming are often praised as plentiful and engaging, yet some reviewers described darker, drearier common areas (in part due to COVID restrictions at times) and limitations such as the absence of cottages or garages.

    Cost impressions are mixed and appear context-dependent: one reviewer mentioned the facility being less expensive than an alternative, while others described costs as very high. The divergence in experiences suggests that pricing, amenities, and service level may vary by room type or payer source.

    Overall, the reviews indicate that Park Village has genuine strengths — caring staff in many areas, a clean and attractive environment in updated sections, robust rehab services, and a lively activity program — but also important, recurring operational concerns. The most serious reported issues relate to understaffing, delayed responses, and inconsistent care quality across different wings or payer groups. Prospective residents and families should consider touring multiple wings, asking specific questions about staffing levels and call bell response times, verifying the availability and scope of advertised skilled nursing services, and checking heating and room setups in the particular unit under consideration. The facility appears capable of delivering excellent care and rehab for many residents, but consistency and staffing reliability are areas highlighted repeatedly by reviewers as needing attention.

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    About Park Village Health Care Center

    Park Village Health Care Center sits on a large campus with over 145,000 square feet of space, offering a calm and homelike setting where older adults can get medical care and help with daily living, and there's the independent living option if folks want their own one or two-bedroom unit with a kitchen, bathroom, shower, jetted tub, bedroom, and a living area, so people can choose what fits best for them. The building itself has been renovated for safety and comfort, and residents have access to high-speed internet, cable TV, and telephones right in their rooms, and you'll find everything from a beauty salon and barbershop to nicely landscaped outdoor spaces to enjoy fresh air. Park Village has skilled nursing for those who need medical attention, and therapists provide physical, occupational, and speech therapy whether someone's staying for short-term rehab after a hospital visit or needs more ongoing support, and for people living with dementia or Alzheimer's, there are specific programs and trained staff to help. There are also respite care stays if caregivers need a break, and medication is managed carefully by the team, which numbers at more than 180 employees, including a Vice President of Nursing, Directors of Social Services for both Dover and New Philadelphia, Directors of Nursing for each location, and a Director of Rehabilitation and Therapy Services. Housekeeping is provided, exercise facilities are open, and people join different activity programs and community events, plus support groups are available to help folks and their families however they need. Park Village is a for-profit nursing home that's been here for over 30 years, working to offer respectful and dignified care while trying to make each person feel like they're part of the community.

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