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Diversicare Of Bessemer
820 Golf Course Rd, Bessemer, AL 35023
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Diversicare Of Bessemer Description
Diversicare Of Bessemer is a very large 180 bed community that offers assisted living, memory care, nursing care, hospice and rehabilitation and is about 3.1 miles outside the town of Bessemer, Alabama and is part of the Diversicare network of communities. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio room layouts.
The community has an average rating of 5.7 out of 10 making it the 4th highest rated community in the city out of 4 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.
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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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Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
Positive Reviews:
- A resident with a nursing background praises the facility for respecting their rights, providing assistance with confusing tasks, and accommodating dietary preferences. They commend the cleanliness, medical director, and proactive health care approach, rating the facility highly.
- Family members express satisfaction with the care provided to their loved ones, highlighting the staff's attentiveness, cleanliness, and the quality of physical therapy that enabled significant improvements in mobility.
- Employees and relatives describe the environment as welcoming and caring, with staff treating residents like family, ensuring they are well looked after, and addressing any issues promptly.
Negative Reviews:
- Several reviewers criticize the facility for poor communication, noting difficulties in getting information about their loved ones and experiencing rudeness from the staff.
- Complaints include a lack of therapy, inadequate response times for basic needs, and concerns over cleanliness and theft.
- One review mentions misleading information regarding payment for an employee, leading to their resignation.
Mixed Feedback:
- While some reviews highlight the caring nature of the staff and the quality of care provided, others point out significant issues with communication, staff behavior, and facility management.
- Concerns about the facility's responsiveness and accountability are common, with some families feeling neglected and others satisfied with the care received.
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Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Nursing Home Ratings
Overall rating: 1
Health inspection rating: 1
Staffing rating: 2
Quality measure rating: 2
Long-term quality measure rating:
3
Short-term quality measure rating:
2
Nursing Home Overview
Participation
date: Jan. 1, 1978
Ownership type: For Profit
Provider
type: Medicare and Medicaid
Nursing home capacity: 180
Total current residents: 143
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: 3
Number of payment denials: 0
Number of fines: 1
Total cost of fines: $9081
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-12-07 | 2023-01-11 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. |
| 2022-12-07 | 2023-01-11 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. |
| 2022-12-07 | 2023-01-11 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. |
| 2022-12-07 | 2023-01-11 | E | Services Deficiencies | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. |
| 2022-12-07 | 2023-01-11 | F | Services Deficiencies | Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire. |
| 2022-12-07 | 2023-01-11 | E | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. |
| 2022-12-07 | 2023-01-11 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
| 2021-06-30 | 2021-08-04 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke. |
| 2021-06-30 | 2021-08-04 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. |
| 2021-06-30 | 2021-08-04 | D | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. |
| 2021-06-30 | 2021-08-04 | D | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. |
| 2020-02-26 | 2020-03-03 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. |
| 2020-02-26 | 2020-02-27 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. |
| 2020-02-26 | 2020-02-28 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. |
| 2020-02-26 | 2020-02-28 | D | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
Health Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-12-02 | 2023-01-06 | E | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. |
| 2022-12-02 | 2023-01-06 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. |
| 2022-12-02 | 2023-01-06 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. |
| 2022-12-02 | 2023-01-06 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. |
| 2022-12-02 | 2023-01-06 | 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. |
| 2022-12-02 | 2023-01-06 | F | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. |
| 2022-12-02 | 2023-01-06 | D | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. |
| 2022-12-02 | 2023-01-06 | 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. |
| 2022-12-02 | 2023-01-06 | F | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. |
| 2022-12-02 | 2023-01-06 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident. |
| 2022-12-02 | 2023-01-06 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2022-12-02 | 2023-01-06 | C | Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies | Post nurse staffing information every day. |
| 2022-12-02 | 2023-01-06 | F | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. |
| 2021-09-30 | 2021-09-09 | D | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. |
| 2021-06-24 | 2021-07-29 | E | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. |
| 2021-06-24 | 2021-07-29 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. |
| 2021-06-24 | 2021-07-29 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. |
| 2021-06-24 | 2021-07-29 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. |
| 2021-06-24 | 2021-07-29 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. |
| 2021-06-24 | 2021-07-29 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. |
| 2021-06-24 | 2021-07-29 | G | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. |
| 2021-06-24 | 2021-07-29 | G | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. |
| 2021-06-24 | 2021-07-29 | E | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. |
| 2021-06-24 | 2021-07-29 | 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. |
| 2021-06-24 | 2021-07-29 | 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. |
| 2020-02-20 | 2020-03-20 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
Fines
| Fine Date | Fine Amount |
|---|---|
| 2021-06-24 | $9,081 |
What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Bessemer which is 3.1 miles away and has a population of 26,730 (mid sized town).
- The average income is $49,198, which is low compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 85
- Low Temperature: 47
- Average Temperature: 67.9
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 176 days of rain, 2 days of snow and 185 days of sun
- Precipitation: 3.0 inches a year
- The crime rate is 17.93 per 100 people which is very high compared to other cities.
- Violent Crime: 4.22 incidents per 100 people
- Property Crime: 10.8 incidents per 100 people
- Drug-Related Crime: 1.42 incidents per 100 people
- The average life expectancy in zip code is 74.16 years old, which is very low compared to other zip codes.
- Air Quality: Good Days 89.0, Moderate Days 91.0, 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
Walmart Supercenter
0.8 miles awayAldi
0.9 miles awaySave a Lot
1.7 miles awayFred's
1.7 miles awayPublix
2.4 miles awayNone Found
Bus Stations
Medical Center Drive
0.2 miles awayBessemer Civic Center
0.2 miles awaySW Corner of 9th Av SW & Memorial Dr
0.3 miles awayNE Corner of 9th Av SW & Memorial Dr
0.3 miles awayBessemer Hwy Hampton Inn
0.3 miles awayBanks
Wells Fargo
2.5 miles awayRegions Bank
2.5 miles awayAmerica First Credit Union
2.8 miles awayFirst Financial Bank
2.9 miles away1st Financial Bank
3.0 miles awayHospitals
Medical West Hospital
0.1 miles awayPrinceton Baptist Medical Center
12.0 miles awayShelby Baptist Medical Center
13.0 miles awayUAB Hospital Highlands
13.6 miles awayHealthSouth Lakeshore Rehabilitation Hospital
13.6 miles awayPharmacies
CVS Pharmacy
5.7 miles awayRoss Bridge Pharmact
6.6 miles awayWalgreens
10.0 miles awayPublix
11.9 miles awayNeil's Pharmacy
12.9 miles awayDentists
Luma Dentistry Bessemeer
2.4 miles awayPediatric Smiles
2.5 miles awayAspen Dental
2.5 miles awayMcCalla Orthodontics & Pediatric Dentistry
2.8 miles awayMcAdory Dental Center
3.0 miles awayParks
Watercress Darter National Wildlife Refuge
1.3 miles awaySnitz Snider Memorial Stadium
2.3 miles awayRoosevelt Park
2.7 miles awayLeagcy Park
2.8 miles awayBessemer
2.9 miles awayPlaces of Worship
Sixteenth Street Baptist Church
14.4 miles awayShopping
Riverchase Galleria
10.6 miles awayValley Avenue Plaza
12.2 miles awayTutwiler Farm
25.7 miles awayPinncale Shopping center
25.8 miles awayCulture
Stardome Comedy Club
11.1 miles awayOak Mountain Amphitheatre
12.3 miles awayLeslie Stephen Wright Fine Arts Center
13.2 miles awayAlys Stephens Center
13.8 miles awayAlabama Theatre
14.5 miles awayRestaurants
Ruby Tuesday
0.6 miles awayJade Garden
0.6 miles awayCarnation
0.7 miles awayWaffle House
0.7 miles awayCracker Barrel
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