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Polaris Health and Wellness of Abbey Woods
5026 Faraon St, Saint Joseph, MO 64506
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Nursing Home
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Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
Negative Reviews:
- Complaints about loud music from an employee's car disturbing residents.
- Issues with handling COVID-19, including poor communication and inadequate care leading to serious health concerns.
- Reports of unexplained bruises on residents, missed meals, and overall poor treatment.
- Family members not being notified about the death of a resident in a timely manner.
- Complaints about night shift nurses neglecting patients' needs.
- Concerns about cleanliness, maintenance, and favoritism by management.
- Residents left unattended for extended periods and slow response to calls for assistance.
- Food quality described as awful, with many meals not meeting basic standards.
- Issues with paperwork and isolation protocols not being followed correctly.
- Reports of aides being inexperienced, leading to neglect and accidents.
Positive Reviews:
- Some staff members described as awesome, providing exceptional care and making families feel comfortable.
- Therapy staff praised for their patience, kindness, and effective communication.
- Visitors noted a friendly atmosphere and good care during their visits.
- Physical therapy services received high marks for quality.
- Some staff members commended for their professionalism, kindness, and attentiveness.
- Facility cleanliness and daily fun activities for residents highlighted as positives.
- Rehab department praised for helping residents recover and regain mobility.
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Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Nursing Home Ratings
Overall rating: 1
Health inspection rating: 1
Staffing rating: 1
Quality measure rating: 2
Long-term quality measure rating:
1
Short-term quality measure rating:
3
Nursing Home Overview
Participation
date: Aug. 2, 1996
Ownership type: For Profit
Provider
type: Medicare and Medicaid
Nursing home capacity: 100
Total current residents: 73
Facility is located in a hospital: No
Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
Resident and family council: Both
Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines
Number of
facility
incidents: 4
Number of
substantiated complaints: 29
Number of payment denials: 3
Number of fines: 7
Total cost of fines: $165075
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointHealth and Fire Safety Deficiencies
The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.
| Scope | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Severity of Deficiency | Isolated | Pattern | Widespread |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
| Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy | G | H | I |
| No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy | D | E | F |
| No actual harm with potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
Fire Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-04-18 | 2023-06-01 | E | Egress Deficiencies | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. |
| 2023-04-18 | 2023-06-01 | F | Egress Deficiencies | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. |
| 2023-04-18 | 2023-06-01 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. |
| 2023-04-18 | 2023-06-26 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Have a fire alarm with audible and visual signals that transmits the alarm automatically to notify emergency forces in event of fire. |
| 2023-04-18 | 2023-06-26 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. |
| 2023-04-18 | 2023-06-01 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2023-04-18 | 2023-06-01 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. |
| 2023-04-18 | 2023-06-01 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. |
| 2023-04-18 | 2023-06-01 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. |
| 2023-04-18 | 2023-06-01 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. |
| 2023-04-18 | 2023-06-01 | E | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. |
| 2023-04-18 | 2023-06-01 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. |
| 2023-04-18 | 2023-06-01 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
| 2023-04-18 | 2023-06-01 | E | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. |
| 2023-04-18 | 2023-06-01 | E | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. |
| 2020-09-23 | 2020-11-09 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Establish an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). |
| 2020-09-23 | 2020-11-09 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. |
| 2020-09-23 | 2020-11-09 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Construct fire resistant interior walls. |
| 2020-09-23 | 2020-11-09 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours. |
| 2020-09-23 | 2020-11-09 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors. |
| 2020-09-23 | 2020-11-09 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2020-09-23 | 2020-11-09 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. |
| 2020-09-23 | 2020-11-09 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. |
| 2020-09-23 | 2020-11-09 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. |
| 2020-09-23 | 2020-11-09 | E | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. |
| 2020-09-23 | 2020-11-09 | E | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. |
| 2019-01-24 | 2019-03-19 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). |
| 2019-01-24 | 2019-03-19 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary. |
| 2019-01-24 | 2019-03-19 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Establish emergency prep training and testing. |
| 2019-01-24 | 2019-03-19 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. |
| 2019-01-24 | 2019-03-19 | D | Egress Deficiencies | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. |
| 2019-01-24 | 2019-03-19 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2019-01-24 | 2019-03-19 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. |
| 2019-01-24 | 2019-03-19 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
| 2019-01-24 | 2019-03-19 | E | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. |
Fines
| Fine Date | Fine Amount |
|---|---|
| 2020-09-23 | $62,244 |
| 2020-09-23 | $3,250 |
| 2021-04-20 | $75,285 |
| 2021-04-20 | $77,152 |
| 2021-05-17 | $655 |
| 2021-05-17 | $650 |
| 2021-06-23 | $5,792 |
| 2021-09-20 | $983 |
| 2021-09-20 | $975 |
| 2023-03-28 | $15,000 |
Denials
| Denial Date | Payment Denial Days |
|---|---|
| 2017-11-16 | 12 |
| 2019-10-22 | 13 |
| 2020-09-23 | 82 |
| 2021-06-23 | 34 |
| 2023-03-28 | 4 |
What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Saint Joseph which is 3.8 miles away and has a population of 76,780 (large town).
- The average income is $69,894, which is high compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 79
- Low Temperature: 29
- Average Temperature: 56.1
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 134 days of rain, 27 days of snow and 202 days of sun
- Precipitation: 1.8 inches a year
- The median age is 35.7 years old, average compared to other cities.
- 7.68% of the population are Veterans which is a very high percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
- 4.93% of the population are Foreign-born which is a very low percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
- The population is 1% American Indian and Alaska Native, 1% Asian, 8% Black or African-American, 6% Hispanic or Latino, and 82% White.
- The average life expectancy in zip code is 75.32 years old, which is very low compared to other zip codes.
- Air Quality: Good Days 155.0, Moderate Days 24.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 2.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0
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Supermarkets
Hy-Vee
1.3 miles awayPrice Chopper
1.9 miles awayWalmart Supercenter
2.5 miles awayAldi
3.5 miles awaySam's Club
3.5 miles awayNone Found
None Found
Banks
Pony Express Community Bank
1.4 miles awayNorth American Savings and Loan
1.6 miles awayBank Midwest
1.6 miles awayCommerce Bank
1.7 miles awayUMB Bank
1.7 miles awayHospitals
Mosaic Life Care at St. Joseph
0.3 miles awayNorthwest Missouri Psychiatric Rehabilitation Center
1.9 miles awayPharmacies
Hy-Vee Pharmacy
1.3 miles awayCVS
1.6 miles awayCVS Pharmacy
1.6 miles awayWalgreens
1.7 miles awayRogers Pharmacy #5
2.9 miles awayDentists
Dennis T. Myers DDS PA
16.7 miles awayParks
St. Joseph
0.3 miles awayArrowhead Park
1.5 miles awayMark Youndahl Urban Conservation Area
1.6 miles awayHochman Park
1.8 miles awayBartlett Park
2.3 miles awayNone Found
Shopping
East Hills Shopping Center
1.3 miles awayCulture
Amphitheatre
0.3 miles awayMissouri Theater
4.0 miles awayRegal Theater
4.2 miles awayKrug Amphitheater
4.6 miles awayEdgerton City Bandstand
19.6 miles awayRestaurants
Cracker Barrel
1.1 miles awayLe Peep
1.2 miles awayDenny's
1.3 miles awayRibCrib
1.4 miles awayMcallister's Deli
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