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Cottage Of The Shoals
500 John Aldridge Dr., Tuscumbia, AL 35674
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Cottage Of The Shoals Description
Cottage Of The Shoals is a very large 103 bed community that offers assisted living, memory care, nursing care, respite care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation and is located in the small town of Tuscumbia, Alabama and is part of the Genesis HealthCare network of communities. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio, suite and semi-private or share or companion room layouts.
The community has an average rating of 8.3 out of 10 making it the 2nd highest rated community in the city out of 2 communities. See more information on reviews.
The Nursing Home at this community has a 4 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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Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
Many reviews highlight the exceptional care and dedication of the staff at Cottage, with employees and family members alike praising the facility for its compassionate and attentive approach to resident care. Staff members, including CNAs and nurses, are commended for treating residents like family, striving to make everyone feel at home, and going above and beyond in their duties.
Several reviewers have shared positive experiences regarding the rehabilitation services, cleanliness, and the overall environment of the facility, noting improvements and the efforts made to ensure a welcoming and safe space for residents. The activities and social life offered to residents are also appreciated, contributing to a well-balanced experience.
However, there are concerns raised by some reviewers regarding the quality of care, communication issues, and cleanliness in certain instances. Complaints include unattended calls, lack of proper hygiene care for residents, and instances where the facility's response to resident needs and safety measures were found lacking. These negative experiences have led some to remove their loved ones from the facility and seek care elsewhere.
Despite these criticisms, many reviews express gratitude towards the staff for their hard work and dedication, with specific employees being mentioned for their exceptional care and kindness. The facility's efforts to improve and address concerns are also noted, with some reviewers acknowledging positive changes during their visits.
In summary, while Cottage receives a mix of positive and negative feedback, the dedication of its staff and the quality of care provided to many residents stand out as significant positives. However, the facility faces challenges that need addressing to ensure consistent and high-quality care for all residents.
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Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Nursing Home Ratings
Overall rating: 4
Health inspection rating: 4
Staffing rating: 3
Quality measure rating: 2
Long-term quality measure rating:
1
Short-term quality measure rating:
3
Nursing Home Overview
Participation
date: Jan. 1, 1972
Ownership type: For Profit
Provider
type: Medicare and Medicaid
Nursing home capacity: 103
Total current residents: 87
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: 0
Number of
substantiated complaints: 1
Number of payment denials: 0
Number of fines: 1
Total cost of fines: $3250
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-05-22 | 2019-06-10 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. |
| 2019-05-22 | 2019-06-10 | D | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. |
| 2018-08-08 | 2018-08-22 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. |
Health Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-08-05 | 2021-09-09 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2021-08-05 | 2021-09-09 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records. |
| 2021-08-05 | 2021-09-09 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. |
| 2019-05-14 | 2019-06-10 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2018-08-02 | 2018-08-25 | D | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. |
Fines
| Fine Date | Fine Amount |
|---|---|
| 2021-08-05 | $3,250 |
What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Tuscumbia which is 1.3 miles away and has a population of 8,474 (very small town).
- The average income is $55,610, which is average compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 82
- Low Temperature: 43
- Average Temperature: 63.7
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 183 days of rain, 4 days of snow and 176 days of sun
- Precipitation: 2.7 inches a year
- The crime rate is 1.22 per 100 people which is very low compared to other cities.
- Violent Crime: 0.25 incidents per 100 people
- Property Crime: 0.52 incidents per 100 people
- Drug-Related Crime: 0.31 incidents per 100 people
- The average life expectancy in zip code is 73.63 years old, which is very low compared to other zip codes.
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Supermarkets
Belle Foods
0.8 miles awayAldi
1.3 miles awayWalmart Supercenter
1.5 miles awayFoodLand
1.5 miles awayOriental Pearl
5.1 miles awayNone Found
Bus Stations
McKinney Building
5.1 miles awayFlorence Deck
5.1 miles awayHarrison Plaza
5.5 miles awayLot OO / University Apartments
5.5 miles awayScience Building
5.6 miles awayBanks
First Metro Bank
1.3 miles awayBBVA Compass
1.4 miles awayRegions Bank
1.5 miles awayFirst Southern
1.9 miles awayBank Independent
2.0 miles awayHospitals
Shoals Hospital
1.3 miles awayHelen Keller Hospital
1.6 miles awayNorth West Alabama Crippled Childrens Clinic
2.1 miles awayEliza Coffee Memorial Hospital
4.6 miles awayNorth Alabama Medical Center
5.5 miles awayPharmacies
Milner Rushing Discount Drugs
1.3 miles awayWalgreens
1.4 miles awayCVS
1.5 miles awayWal Mart Pharmacy
1.5 miles awayChad's Payless Pharmacy
4.8 miles awayDentists
Singing River Dentistry
7.9 miles awayAspen Dental
8.1 miles awayParks
Avalon Park
0.8 miles awaySportsplex
1.0 miles awayNorth Alabama State Fair Park
1.0 miles awayHighland Park
1.3 miles awayJohn W Gattman Park
1.3 miles awayPlaces of Worship
Bethel Cumberland Presbyterian Church in America
5.1 miles awayFirst Baptist Church
5.3 miles awayWood Avenue Church of Christ
5.4 miles awaySaint Joseph Catholic Church
5.5 miles awaySt. Michael's Catholic Church
10.7 miles awayShopping
Southgate Mall
1.4 miles awayFlorence Mall
7.9 miles awayCulture
Shoals Community Theatre
5.2 miles awayZodiac Playhouse
5.3 miles awayGeorge S. Lindsey Theatre
5.4 miles awayNorton Auditorium
5.4 miles awayMemorial Amphitheater
5.6 miles awayRestaurants
The Pie Factory
0.6 miles awayCasa Mexicana Restaurant
1.0 miles awayRick's Barbecue
1.0 miles awayShoney's
1.2 miles awayFortune Palace
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