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Diversicare Of Riverchase
2500 River Haven Dr, Birmingham, AL 35244
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Diversicare Of Riverchase Description
Diversicare Of Riverchase is a very large 132 bed community that offers assisted living, memory care, nursing care, hospice and rehabilitation and is about 2.3 miles outside Hoover, 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 6.1 out of 10 making it the 30th 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
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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
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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:
- Several reviews report neglect and poor care, including untreated bed sores, unaddressed hygiene needs, and lack of proper medical attention.
- Complaints about the facility being unclean and having mold.
- Issues with the administration not being responsive or professional, and difficulties in communicating with medical staff.
- Reports of patients being forced into hospice care against their will and denial of civil rights.
- Concerns about the facility's handling of personal belongings and loss of items.
- One review mentioned a patient becoming septic from a UTI that was not promptly addressed, leading to death.
Positive Reviews:
- A few reviews praise the facility for its compassionate staff and the care provided to their loved ones.
- Some staff members express satisfaction with their jobs and the improvements made in the facility.
- Positive remarks about the facility's cleanliness, inviting atmosphere, and the activities available for residents.
- One review highlighted a successful transition for their grandparents who were able to live together in a large room, enjoying the activities and care provided.
Mixed Feedback:
- While there are positive comments about the care and improvements under new administration, the majority of reviews raise serious concerns about neglect, unprofessionalism, and the overall quality of care.
- The facility has received both criticism for its handling of patient care and praise for its staff and management improvements.
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Room Amenities
Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Nursing Home Ratings
Overall rating: 1
Health inspection rating: 1
Staffing rating: 1
Quality measure rating: 3
Long-term quality measure rating:
4
Short-term quality measure rating:
3
Nursing Home Overview
Participation
date: Dec. 1, 1979
Ownership type: For Profit
Provider
type: Medicare and Medicaid
Nursing home capacity: 132
Total current residents: 114
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: 8
Number of payment denials: 0
Number of fines: 5
Total cost of fines: $14863
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-07-07 | 2021-07-23 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. |
| 2021-07-07 | 2021-07-23 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. |
| 2021-07-07 | 2021-07-23 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. |
| 2019-10-10 | 2019-11-14 | 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. |
| 2019-10-10 | 2019-11-14 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. |
| 2019-10-10 | 2019-11-14 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. |
| 2019-10-10 | 2019-11-14 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. |
| 2019-10-10 | 2019-11-14 | D | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. |
| 2019-10-10 | 2019-11-14 | D | 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. |
| 2019-10-10 | 2019-11-14 | D | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. |
| 2019-10-10 | 2019-11-14 | D | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. |
| 2019-10-10 | 2019-11-14 | D | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. |
| 2018-11-29 | 2019-01-03 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2018-11-29 | 2018-12-12 | F | Services Deficiencies | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. |
| 2018-11-29 | 2018-12-12 | D | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. |
Health Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-04-28 | 2023-06-02 | 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. |
| 2023-04-28 | 2023-06-02 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. |
| 2023-04-28 | 2023-06-02 | 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. |
| 2023-04-28 | 2023-06-02 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care. |
| 2023-04-28 | 2023-06-02 | D | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. |
| 2023-04-28 | 2023-06-02 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. |
| 2023-04-28 | 2023-06-02 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. |
| 2023-04-28 | 2023-06-02 | E | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. |
| 2023-04-28 | 2023-06-02 | E | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs. |
| 2021-07-01 | 2021-08-05 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. |
| 2022-03-22 | 2022-04-26 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. |
| 2022-03-22 | 2022-04-26 | D | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. |
| 2022-03-22 | 2022-04-26 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. |
| 2022-03-22 | 2022-04-26 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. |
| 2019-10-03 | 2019-11-07 | D | 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. |
| 2019-10-03 | 2019-11-07 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. |
| 2019-10-03 | 2019-11-07 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. |
| 2019-10-03 | 2019-11-07 | E | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. |
| 2019-10-03 | 2019-11-07 | 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. |
| 2019-10-03 | 2019-11-07 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2019-10-03 | 2019-11-07 | E | Environmental Deficiencies | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. |
| 2021-01-06 | 2021-02-11 | E | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2021-04-06 | 2021-05-01 | G | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| 2020-09-16 | 2020-10-21 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. |
| 2018-11-15 | 2018-12-14 | E | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. |
Fines
| Fine Date | Fine Amount |
|---|---|
| 2021-01-06 | $5,000 |
| 2021-04-06 | $6,923 |
| 2021-11-29 | $650 |
| 2021-12-13 | $975 |
| 2022-04-18 | $1,316 |
What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Hoover which is 2.3 miles away and has a population of 84,848 (large town).
- The average income is $106,584, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 85
- Low Temperature: 47
- Average Temperature: 67.6
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 177 days of rain, 2 days of snow and 185 days of sun
- Precipitation: 3.0 inches a year
- The median age is 35.6 years old, average compared to other cities.
- 6.15% of the population are Veterans which is a high percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
- 3.84% 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, 0% Asian, 71% Black or African-American, 4% Hispanic or Latino, and 23% White.
- The crime rate is 12.23 per 100 people which is very high compared to other cities.
- Violent Crime: 3.25 incidents per 100 people
- Property Crime: 7.61 incidents per 100 people
- Drug-Related Crime: 0.61 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
Sam's Club
1.1 miles awayWalmart Neighborhood Market
1.2 miles awayCostco
1.4 miles awayPublix
2.1 miles awayWalmart Supercenter
2.3 miles awayNone Found
Bus Stations
SW Corner of Lorna Rd & Centennial Dr
0.5 miles awaySE Corner of Lorna Rd & Riverchase Village
0.7 miles awaySW Corner of Lorna Rd & Treeline Ct
1.1 miles awayGalleria Mall
1.3 miles away1650 US 31
1.5 miles awayBanks
eCO Credit Union
0.7 miles awayRegions Bank
0.7 miles awayBBVA Compass
0.8 miles awayWells Fargo
1.0 miles awayUnion State Bank
1.1 miles awayHospitals
Grandview Medical Center
5.5 miles awayBrookwood Baptist Medical Center
5.9 miles awayHealthSouth Lakeshore Rehabilitation Hospital
6.2 miles awayUAB Hospital Highlands
8.1 miles awayShelby Baptist Medical Center
8.5 miles awayPharmacies
CVS Pharmacy
0.9 miles awayNeil's Pharmacy
2.5 miles awayWalgreens
2.9 miles awayGentry Health Mart Pharmacy
4.8 miles awayRoss Bridge Pharmact
5.6 miles awayDentists
Birmingham Smiles Dentistry
1.3 miles awayPT Orthodontics
1.4 miles awayKoslin & Kahn PC
1.4 miles awayFulton Dentist
4.4 miles awayRoss Bridge Dentistry
5.6 miles awayParks
Riverchase Sports Park
0.5 miles awayAldridge Gardens
0.6 miles awayChace Lake Park
0.9 miles awayHoward Lake Park
1.0 miles awaySertoma Park
1.7 miles awayPlaces of Worship
Sixteenth Street Baptist Church
9.7 miles awayShopping
Riverchase Galleria
1.2 miles awayValley Avenue Plaza
6.7 miles awayThe Shops of Grand River
16.2 miles awayTutwiler Farm
17.6 miles awayPinncale Shopping center
17.7 miles awayCulture
Stardome Comedy Club
0.6 miles awayOak Mountain Amphitheatre
3.2 miles awayLeslie Stephen Wright Fine Arts Center
5.9 miles awayAlys Stephens Center
8.3 miles awayIron City
9.0 miles awayRestaurants
Chicken Salad Chick
0.6 miles awayAmigo's Mexican Grill
0.7 miles awayDale's Southern Grill
0.7 miles awayCustoms cafe
0.7 miles awayPizza Hut
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