📞 Call for pricing and availability: (800) 780-8101

Extendicare Health Center

950 South St. Andrews Street, Dothan, AL 36302

Assisted Living Nursing Home Skilled Nursing Rehabilitation
My image My image

For Pricing & Availability

(800) 780-8101

To Reach a Resident

(334) 793-1177

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $3,445

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $3,436
  • Average State Price: $3,516
  • Average National Price: $3,754


  • Extendicare Health Center Description

    Extendicare Health Center is a very large 170 bed community that offers assisted living, nursing care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation and is located in Dothan, Alabama. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio and semi-private or share or companion room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 7.8 out of 10 making it the 6th highest rated community in the city out of 9 communities. See more information on reviews.

    The Nursing Home at this community has a 2 star rating out of 5 stars from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. To see more information from CMS you can check out the report here.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

    For pricing & availability call (800) 780-8101


    Find a Senior Community that Best Fits Your Needs


    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

    View other Assisted Living communities in Dothan

    Nursing Home

    Nursing Homes provide a nurturing environment offering round-the-clock care, personalized support, and community activities for seniors needing assistance with daily living.

    View other Nursing Home communities in Dothan

    Skilled Nursing

    Skilled nursing provides 24/7 medical care and support by licensed professionals for seniors needing continuous healthcare assistance.

    View other Skilled Nursing communities in Dothan


    Community Reviews

    8.6
    Extendicare Health Center
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 36 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 5 out of 9 communities in Dothan
  • Ranking in State: 180 out of 439 communities in AL
  • Care B

    Staff A



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Positive Experiences:

    • An interviewee praised the friendly and sweet nature of their interviewer, expressing hope for getting the job.
    • A family expressed gratitude towards Extendicare for the compassionate care provided to their mother, appreciating the love and support extended to both the patient and the family.
    • Some reviews highlighted the friendliness of the workers and the great atmosphere created by the staff, making it a commendable place to work.

    Negative Experiences:

    • Concerns were raised about the responsiveness and attitude of the staff, with reports of call buttons being ignored for extended periods and a lack of proactive patient care.
    • There were complaints about the adequacy of the facilities, including an incident where a bed was too short for a patient, necessitating a makeshift extension with a pillow.
    • A review mentioned a general atmosphere of unhelpfulness and indifference towards family inquiries and concerns, suggesting a need for improvement in customer service and patient care.

    Mixed Feedback:

    • While some reviews praised the cleanliness of the facility and the excellence of the housekeeping staff, they also warned against letting the appearance deceive potential clients about the quality of care provided.


    Reviews

    There are currently no reviews that were left on My Caring Plan

    Add a review to help others


    Connect with a Free Senior Living Advisor

    Our Senior Living Advisors are free and can guide you through the process of finding a new home. They can walk through the different options in your area as well as listen to your needs to make sure you find the right fit.


    Health

    Assistance with bathing, dressing, and other activities of daily living

    24-hour professional and caring staff

    Medication assistance

    Physical therapy

    Occupational therapy

    Speech therapy


    Services

    Pre-admission services

    Unlimited visiting hours


    Activities

    Church services

    Bible studies

    Crafts

    Games

    Outings

    Daily activities


    Community Amenities

    Complimentary beauty/barber salon

    Complimentary hair and nail salon

    Housekeeping, personal laundry, and linen services

    Complimentary laundry services

    Rehabilitation center


    Room Amenities

    Private TV, internet, and phone service

    Personal Emergency Response System


    Dining

    Three balanced meals a day, plus snacks

    Nutritional support

    Tea Time snack service


    Transportation

    Scheduled transportation available

    Private entrance/parking

    Parking



    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

    Overall rating: 2
    Health inspection rating: 1
    Staffing rating: 5
    Quality measure rating: 4
    Long-term quality measure rating: 3
    Short-term quality measure rating: 4


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: April 18, 1978
    Ownership type: For Profit
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 170
    Total current residents: 136
    Facility is located in a hospital: No
    Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
    Resident and family council: Resident


    Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines

    Number of facility incidents: 0
    Number of substantiated complaints: 0
    Number of payment denials: 0
    Number of fines: 1
    Total cost of fines: $655


    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 point

    The 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 point

    The 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 point

    The 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 point

    The 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 point

    Health 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
    2022-06-23 2022-06-24 D Smoke Deficiencies Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.
    2022-06-23 2022-07-28 E Smoke Deficiencies Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
    2022-06-23 2022-06-29 D Services Deficiencies Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
    2022-06-23 2022-07-01 E Services Deficiencies Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
    2022-06-23 2022-08-01 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
    2019-07-25 2019-08-16 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
    2019-07-25 2019-08-29 D Egress Deficiencies Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
    2019-07-25 2019-07-26 D Egress Deficiencies Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width.
    2019-07-25 2019-07-25 D Smoke Deficiencies Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.
    2019-07-25 2019-08-08 D Smoke Deficiencies Properly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems.
    2019-07-25 2019-08-08 C Services Deficiencies Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
    2019-07-25 2019-08-06 D Miscellaneous Deficiencies To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
    2019-07-25 2019-07-31 E Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
    2018-08-06 2018-08-06 D Smoke Deficiencies Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
    2018-08-06 2018-08-06 D Smoke Deficiencies Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
    2018-08-06 2018-08-06 C Services Deficiencies Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

    Health Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2022-06-18 2022-07-25 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
    2022-06-18 2022-07-25 E Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
    2022-06-18 2022-07-25 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
    2022-06-18 2022-07-25 F Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    2019-07-18 2019-08-06 F Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
    2019-07-18 2019-08-05 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    2019-07-18 2019-08-09 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
    2019-07-18 2019-08-09 F Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    2018-08-02 2018-08-29 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
    2018-08-02 2018-09-04 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
    2018-08-02 2018-08-28 F Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    2018-08-02 2018-09-05 D Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Fines

    Fine Date Fine Amount
    2021-12-06 $650
    2021-12-06 $655

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Dothan which is 0.8 miles away and has a population of 68,567 (large town).
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 85
      • Low Temperature: 52
      • Average Temperature: 70.7
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 166 days of rain, 0 days of snow and 197 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 2.1 inches a year

    Demographic Overview
    • The median age is 38.9 years old, very high compared to other cities.
    • 9.38% of the population are Veterans which is a very high percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
    • 2.52% of the population are Foreign-born which is a very low percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
    • The population is 0% American Indian and Alaska Native, 1% Asian, 33% Black or African-American, 2% Hispanic or Latino, and 61% White.

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 12.36 per 100 people which is very high compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 3.29 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 4.18 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 3.6 incidents per 100 people

    Click the button above to explore the neighborhood

    Supermarkets

    Tienda Latina Guatemex
    0.5 miles away
    South Oates Food Depot
    0.9 miles away
    Publix
    1.4 miles away
    Walmart Supercenter
    2.4 miles away
    Sam's Club
    3.1 miles away

    None Found

    None Found

    Banks

    PeoplesSouth Bank
    2.4 miles away
    Army Aviation Federal Credit Union
    4.0 miles away
    Peoplesouth Bank
    17.5 miles away
    Wells Fargo
    22.6 miles away
    CB&T
    22.6 miles away

    Hospitals

    Laurel Oaks Behavioral Health Center
    0.6 miles away
    Southeast Health Campus
    1.3 miles away
    Flowers Hospital
    4.1 miles away
    The Haven
    4.8 miles away
    Campbellton-Graceville Hospital
    18.3 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Walgreens
    1.8 miles away
    Jack's Discount Drugs
    8.9 miles away
    Beasely Pharmacy
    17.6 miles away
    Dale Pharmacy
    22.2 miles away
    Walmart Pharmacy
    22.2 miles away

    Dentists

    Crowder Orthodontics
    4.5 miles away
    Dixieland Dental
    8.4 miles away
    John Jennings, DMD
    22.6 miles away

    Parks

    Wiregrass Memorial Park
    0.3 miles away
    Doug Tew Park
    0.4 miles away
    Dothan
    0.5 miles away
    Wiregrass Park
    0.8 miles away
    Holmes Park
    0.8 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    Plaza North Shopping Center
    3.2 miles away
    Wiregrass Commons Mall
    3.4 miles away
    antique mall
    23.9 miles away

    Culture

    Cultural Arts Center
    0.1 miles away
    Dothan Opera House
    0.9 miles away
    Wiregrass Museum of Art
    0.9 miles away
    The Crossing at Big Creek
    10.3 miles away

    Restaurants

    Fire Stone Wood Fired Grill
    0.7 miles away
    Ray's Restaurant
    0.8 miles away
    The Blue Plate
    1.5 miles away
    Dobbs Famous Bar-B-Que
    1.7 miles away
    Hunt's Seafood Restaurant & Oyster Bar
    1.7 miles away

    Get exact pricing & check availability

    By clicking "Get Exact Costs" you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. You also consent to receive texts and calls, which may be autodialed, from us and our partner providers; however, your consent is not a condition to using our service.


    Google map of Extendicare Health Center

    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of AL. It is a very large-sized community with 170 total beds.

    Disclaimer

    My Caring Plan is not affiliated with the owner or operator(s) of this facility. The information on this page has not been verified or approved by the owner or operator. The information about this facility has been created to the best of our abilities. If you manage this facility please contact us here to claim this listing.


    Get exact pricing & check availability

    By clicking "Get Exact Costs" you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. You also consent to receive texts and calls, which may be autodialed, from us and our partner providers; however, your consent is not a condition to using our service.



    Senior Housing Articles

    How to pay for assisted living

    Assisted living may be an excellent option for you or a loved one. You may have chosen this senior housing option to maintain your independence and boost your social life, while getting some daily help with tasks...

    Read More
    Independent Living vs. Assisted Living

    Senior housing can be a tough choice. You’ll want to find the best fit for your current and future needs...

    Read More
    Assisted Living vs. Nursing Homes

    Finding the right senior housing is no easy feat. In particular, it’s challenging to know what your loved one’s needs are now – and what they’ll be in the future...

    Read More