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Wildewood Downs
731 Polo Rd, Columbia, SC 29223
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Wildewood Downs Description
Wildewood Downs is a large 57 bed community that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing care, respite care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation and is about 3.1 miles outside the small town of Woodfield, South Carolina and is part of the Senior Living Communities network of communities. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom and three-bedroom room layouts.
The community has an average rating of 9 out of 10 making it the 4th highest rated community in the city out of 31 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.
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Care Types at Community
This community offers the following types of care
Independent Living
Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.
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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.
Reviews for Wildewood Downs vary, with many expressing high satisfaction with the facility's staff, care, and environment, while a few have raised concerns about specific issues.
- Several reviewers praise the Wellness Director for her organized, friendly, and caring approach to exercise and wellness programs.
- Many family members have found the transition to Wildewood Downs smooth and commend the staff for their professionalism and friendliness, making it a top choice for retirement living.
- Employees, including those pursuing further education in nursing, express love for their job, co-workers, and especially the residents, highlighting the supportive and encouraging work environment.
- Some reviews, however, mention concerns about responsiveness to feedback and experiences of perceived medical negligence and unsafe practices, urging for more professional follow-up.
- Criticism also includes dissatisfaction with the rehabilitation facility aspect, mentioning poor communication and delayed care.
- On the positive side, external companies and contractors working with Wildewood Downs commend the community for its maintenance, staff helpfulness, and overall care levels, from independent living to skilled nursing.
- Impressions of the management and staff are generally very positive, with many reviewers highlighting their caring attitude and effective management, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Entertainment and activities, such as a Dean Martin show, are appreciated by residents and visitors alike.
- Healthcare professionals visiting the facility praise it for exceeding standard care expectations, offering a vibrant community life with excellent amenities and services.
- While some reviews mention a lack of orientation and communication about facility expectations and care plans, others highlight smooth registration processes and responsive, caring staff making significant positive impacts on residents' lives.
- A few reviews share personal stories of family members receiving exceptional care and rehabilitation, leading to significant improvements in their conditions.
- However, there are also negative comments about staff attitude and care quality, describing some experiences as rude and disrespectful.
Overall, Wildewood Downs receives a mix of very positive reviews for its staff, facilities, and care, with a few areas noted for improvement.
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Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Nursing Home Ratings
Overall rating: 2
Health inspection rating: 2
Staffing rating: 3
Quality measure rating: 3
Short-term quality measure rating:
3
Nursing Home Overview
Participation
date: June 30, 2006
Ownership type: For Profit
Provider
type: Medicare
Nursing home capacity: 32
Total current residents: 26
Facility is located in a hospital: No
Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
Resident and family council: None
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: $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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-05-18 | 2023-06-30 | E | Egress Deficiencies | Meet other general requirements that are deficient. |
| 2023-05-18 | 2023-06-30 | E | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. |
| 2023-05-18 | 2023-06-30 | E | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
| 2021-12-06 | 2022-01-01 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. |
| 2021-12-06 | 2022-01-01 | E | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. |
Fines
| Fine Date | Fine Amount |
|---|---|
| 2021-06-21 | $655 |
| 2021-06-21 | $650 |
What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Woodfield which is 3.1 miles away and has a population of 9,303 (very small town).
- The average income is $55,546, which is average compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 87
- Low Temperature: 49
- Average Temperature: 68.8
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 146 days of rain, 0 days of snow and 217 days of sun
- Precipitation: 1.9 inches a year
- The median age is 28.0 years old, very low compared to other cities.
- 4.28% of the population are Veterans which is a low percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
- 4.55% 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, 2% Asian, 39% Black or African-American, 5% Hispanic or Latino, and 51% White.
- The crime rate is 7.07 per 100 people which is very high compared to other cities.
- Violent Crime: 1.3 incidents per 100 people
- Property Crime: 4.38 incidents per 100 people
- Drug-Related Crime: 0.45 incidents per 100 people
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Supermarkets
Walmart Supercenter
1.5 miles awayPublix
1.8 miles awayKroger
1.9 miles awaySam's Club
2.4 miles awayThe Fresh Market
2.6 miles awayNone Found
Bus Stations
1597
2.7 miles away1596
2.7 miles away1720
2.7 miles away5706
2.8 miles away1625
3.1 miles awayBanks
Bank of America
1.5 miles awayFirst Citizens Bank
1.5 miles awayWells Fargo
2.0 miles awayArthur State Bank
2.1 miles awayAllSouth Federal Credit Union
2.4 miles awayHospitals
Providence Health Northeast
4.1 miles awayLexington Medical Center Northeast
4.7 miles awayCrafts-Farrow Campus
5.1 miles awayG Werber Bryan Psychiatric Hospital
5.3 miles awayColonial Family Practice
6.7 miles awayPharmacies
CVS
2.0 miles awayWalgreens
3.1 miles awayLong's Drugs
3.9 miles awayCVS Pharmacy
4.0 miles awayWalmart Pharmacy
5.8 miles awayDentists
Aspen Dental
2.5 miles awayElite Smiles Dental, PA
3.8 miles awayColubia Dental Care
6.6 miles awayCapital City Dentistry
7.5 miles awayBrown Family Dentistry
9.0 miles awayParks
Polo Road Park
0.2 miles awaySesquicentennial State Park
0.2 miles awayPolo Soccer Fields
0.4 miles awayDog Park
1.1 miles awayVillage at Sandhill
2.9 miles awayPlaces of Worship
Trinity Cathedral
10.1 miles awayFirst Columbia Baptist Church
11.7 miles awayShopping
Columbia Place Mall
4.4 miles awayTwo Notch Retail
4.5 miles awayRichland Mall
7.6 miles awayCapitol Shopping Center
11.6 miles awayDutch Square Mall
12.2 miles awayCulture
Columbia College Cottingham Theatre
8.7 miles awayTownship Auditorium
9.6 miles awayTown Theatre
10.1 miles awayLongstreet Theatre
10.3 miles awayKoger Center for the Arts
10.5 miles awayRestaurants
Pizza Hut
1.5 miles awayBuffalo Wild Wings
1.8 miles awayFamouse Toastery
1.8 miles awayLittle Pigs Barbecue
1.9 miles awayWaffle House
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