Stonecrest Healthcare in Fulton, Missouri, is a large skilled nursing facility that handles many types of care for seniors and has about 56 residents each day. The facility offers long-term nursing care, assisted living, independent living, and memory care, and it's been through a change of ownership in the past two years. There are 60 beds, all approved for Medicare and Medicaid, and it accepts a wide range of payment options, which makes it possible for more people to live there. The building is located inside a hospital, so emergency and specialty care are nearby when needed. Stonecrest has a general rating of 3 out of 5 based on online reviews and Medicare data, while health audits put it at 4 out of 5. Staffing is thin, rated 1 out of 5, and the quality rating is 2 out of 5, which shows some challenges in delivering the best care long-term. Still, they've had no recent fines and earned an A grade on their health inspection as of October 2023.
Nursing home care is available around the clock, and there's a 24-hour call system in each room so residents can get help whenever it's needed. Residents have access to therapy and rehabilitation, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy, as well as wound care, medication management, memory care, and hospice. The care team includes certified nursing assistants, licensed practical nurses, and registered nurses, with registered nurse hours at 2.52 per resident each day. The facility follows the 4Ms of Age-Friendly care, looking at what matters most to each person, medication safety, mood and memory, and keeping people moving. Stonecrest seeks regular feedback from residents and families to adjust care as needed.
Rooms come as studios with private bathrooms, kitchenettes, air conditioning, cable TV, and phones. The building has wheelchair-friendly features as well as clothing and footwear designed for seniors, including items that make dressing easier for those who have trouble moving. Meals are made by professional chefs and served all day, with special menus for allergies and conditions like diabetes, and meals happen in a shared dining room with options for restaurant-style service. There's also Wi-Fi in the building.
Residents spend time in community spaces like a library, activity room, movie theater, arts and crafts area, fitness room, and game room. Outside, they can walk paths, garden, or sit in common areas. There are daily activities, fitness programs, a music program, and community-supported events such as movie nights. The staff help with bathing, dressing, and getting around, and there's move-in help, laundry, cleaning, easy transportation, and parking. People with pets can bring some pets, and there are respite care options for short stays.
Rehabilitation services are available, both inpatient and outpatient, for people who've had surgery or been in the hospital. Extra health services include dentistry, eye care, hearing checks, mental health, diabetes management, pharmacy, lab tests, and more. Families can visit the community, tour the building, and meet staff and residents before deciding. Stonecrest has an ongoing process for safety and quality, with no serious deficiencies found in their inspections. Residents and relatives can join councils to help guide feedback and improvements, and the medical director keeps an eye on clinical operations. The facility keeps all services simple and focused on what people need to live as comfortably as possible.
