Dutchtown Care and Rehabilitation Center sits on Gasconade Street in St. Louis and has a focus on compassion, respect, and building relationships, or so their philosophy says, and they aim to create warmth and caring for each resident staying there, whether they need round-the-clock nursing care, help after a stay in the hospital, or just some extra support as they get older, and there's all sorts of health care like skilled nursing services, wound care from certified wound nurses and a wound care specialist doctor, therapies like physical, speech, and occupational, and there's even palliative and supportive care services for people who want to be comfortable. Folks get social services, help with moving in, family support, and a certified dietitian who plans nutrition for each person. There are private rooms with their own bathrooms, kitchenettes, air conditioning, cable TV, telephones, Wi-Fi or high-speed internet, and the rooms are supposed to be clean but some reviews mention patios and hallways that feel dirty or unwelcoming. Amenities include laundry, housekeeping, an on-site chef and restaurants, a dining room, library, fitness, walking paths, movie theater, activity rooms, and outdoor gardens. Activities are both organized by staff and residents for engagement, but there have been citations for not having enough programs for residents, and some say the patio is often neglected.
People who need memory care like those with Alzheimer's or dementia can get specialized support, and independent seniors can live in apartment-style settings with supervision, while assisted living offers help with bathing, dressing, medical care, and prepared meals once or twice a day. Doctor-recommended rehab programs are available for those recovering from surgery, injury, or illness, and there's an in-house call system with 24-hour care and supervision for those who are frail or need more medical attention, and staff will help with medication, transferring, or daily living activities. The center is for-profit and accepts Medicaid and Medicare, but reviews and reports show a history of poor safety and care, with U.S. News & World Report and ProPublica both noting violations like problems with fire safety, emergency preparedness, infection prevention, and not always having a registered nurse eight hours daily, which led to 13 Medicare citations and a fine of $197,582, so it's a place with plenty of services, but there are serious concerns to keep in mind when thinking about moving in or choosing care.
