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Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Community

1 Martha Franks Dr, Laurens, SC 29360

Assisted Living Memory Care Nursing Home Skilled Nursing Rehabilitation
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(800) 780-8101

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(864) 984-4541

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $3,124

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $3,129
  • Average State Price: $3,298
  • Average National Price: $3,754


  • Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Community Description

    Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Community is a large 82 bed community that offers assisted living, memory care, nursing care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation and is located in the small town of Laurens, South Carolina. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 7.2 out of 10 making it the 3rd highest rated community in the city out of 3 communities. See more information on reviews.

    The Nursing Home at this community has a 1 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.

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    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.

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    Memory Care

    Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.

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    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.

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    Skilled Nursing

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

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    Community Reviews

    7.2
    Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Community
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 32 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 3 out of 3 communities in Laurens
  • Ranking in State: 348 out of 489 communities in SC
  • Facility and Grounds A

    Staff A



    Review Summary

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

    Reviews of Martha Franks Retirement Community present a mixed picture, with many expressing high satisfaction and a few voicing serious concerns. Positive reviews highlight a caring, compassionate, and professional staff, a beautiful and comfortable setting, and a strong sense of community. Many reviewers, including family members of residents, praise the quality of care, the engaging activities, and the overall atmosphere of love and attention. The community is described as a peaceful and fun place for seniors, with a godly mission and a family-oriented approach. The administrative staff is commended for their dedication and compassion.

    On the other hand, some reviews raise significant issues. Concerns include allegations of neglect, poor hygiene, and unprofessional behavior by some staff members. There are reports of residents not receiving adequate care, such as not being encouraged to eat or drink, not being bathed properly, and even being left unattended. Complaints about the facility's cleanliness and management's responsiveness to these issues are also mentioned. One review specifically criticizes the behavior of a nurse towards patients.

    Despite the criticisms, many reviews express gratitude for the community, mentioning personal stories of how Martha Franks has positively impacted their lives or the lives of their loved ones. The community's efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic, with no reported cases among residents, are also highlighted as a testament to their commitment to safety and care.

    Overall, while Martha Franks Retirement Community is praised for its caring environment and quality of life it offers to residents, the negative reviews suggest areas that may need attention and improvement.


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    Health

    Medication Administration

    Nurse Available 24 Hours

    In Room Medication Management

    Bathing/Dressing

    Physical, Occupational, Speech, Restorative and IV Therapies

    Orthopedic, Wound and Cardiac Care


    Services

    Housekeeping/Maintenance

    Linen Service

    Concierge Living Plus Additional Services

    Hourly Reminders/Checks

    Utilities (Except Phone)

    Daily Housekeeping and Linen Services


    Activities

    Resident Activities

    Recreational Activities

    Recreational Therapist

    Excursions

    Cultural Events

    Chorus


    Community Amenities

    Campus Security

    Laundry Room/Storage Facilities

    Library

    On-Campus Banking

    Barber/Beauty Shop

    Fitness Room


    Room Amenities

    Private or Shared Accommodations

    Flat Screen TVs

    Cable TV

    Emergency Call System

    Basic Cable Television/Wi-Fi

    Spacious Closets


    Dining

    Three Meals Daily

    Southern Style Dining

    Room Service

    Special Dietary Needs

    Dining Room


    Transportation

    Local Medical Transportation

    Scheduled Shopping

    Scheduled Transportation for Local Appointments

    Shuttle Service

    Attached Garage



    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

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


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: May 3, 1994
    Ownership type: Non Profit
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 88
    Total current residents: 72
    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: 1
    Number of substantiated complaints: 0
    Number of payment denials: 0
    Number of fines: 1
    Total cost of fines: $84708


    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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
    2022-04-21 2022-06-10 D Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
    2019-05-03 2019-05-15 E Smoke Deficiencies Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

    Fines

    Fine Date Fine Amount
    2018-02-14 $127,706
    2023-01-13 $84,708

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Laurens which is 0.6 miles away and has a population of 9,166 (very small town).
    • The average income is $44,856, which is very low compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 84
      • Low Temperature: 45
      • Average Temperature: 65.5
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 149 days of rain, 1 days of snow and 214 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 2.2 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 7.81 per 100 people which is very high compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 1.58 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 3.64 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 1.59 incidents per 100 people

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    Supermarkets

    Aldi
    2.3 miles away
    Ingles
    2.4 miles away
    Walmart Supercenter
    2.4 miles away
    Save-A-Lot
    2.6 miles away
    Food Lion
    8.9 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    Harrison Bridge Rd @ Bethleham Church
    18.6 miles away
    SE Main St @ Para Chem
    18.7 miles away
    Harrison Bridge Rd @ Waterton Way
    18.9 miles away
    Grandview Dr@ Comfort Suites
    19.0 miles away
    SE Main St @ Heritage Park
    19.1 miles away

    Banks

    United Community Bank
    0.4 miles away
    SunTrust
    0.5 miles away
    South State Bank
    0.8 miles away
    Founders Federal Credit Union
    1.2 miles away
    Wells Fargo
    8.5 miles away

    Hospitals

    Laurens County Memorial Hospital
    4.9 miles away
    Greenville Hospital System
    19.8 miles away
    Self Regional Medical Center
    23.5 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Adair Apothecary
    0.6 miles away
    Walgreens
    0.9 miles away
    Drug Lo
    1.0 miles away
    Clinton Discount Pharmacy
    8.4 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    8.9 miles away

    Dentists

    Sunnyside Family Dentistry
    1.3 miles away
    Laurens Dentistry
    2.2 miles away
    Clinton Dental Care
    9.7 miles away
    Calcutt Family Dentistry
    16.2 miles away
    Tylan Creek Family Dentistry
    16.6 miles away

    Parks

    Laurens Historic District
    0.6 miles away
    Back Street Park
    0.6 miles away
    South Harper Historic District
    0.7 miles away
    Little River Park
    0.8 miles away
    McMillan Park
    0.8 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    Greenwood Mall
    21.7 miles away

    Culture

    Little River Park Stage
    0.9 miles away
    Outdoor Stage
    16.6 miles away
    CCNB Amphitheatre
    19.2 miles away
    Simpsonville Arts Center
    21.0 miles away
    Amphitheatre
    21.0 miles away

    Restaurants

    Roma
    0.6 miles away
    The Hub
    1.1 miles away
    Subway
    1.2 miles away
    House of Pizza
    1.4 miles away
    Clock
    2.3 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of SC. It is a large-sized community with 82 total beds.

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