5 Star User Review
I am guardian for 15 residents in the Skilled Nursing Facility at Fircrest RHC.
I have been serving in this capacity for 11 years and make rounds for each client at least 2x monthly. I do not notify the facility prior to rounds
In my experience no client has ever been physically restrained except briefly for his/her safety during medical procedures. Most clients use protective devices for theit physical safety, such as seat belts to keep from falling/sliding out of their wheelchair. Some use soft padding to prevent contractures. All of my clients have diet restrictions to prevent choking and aspiration due to swallowing deficiencies.
All my clients have their medications reviewed at least quarterly [I participate in this process] and more often as may needs arise.
Leisure activities are promoted to the extent the legislature and DSHS administration fund activities, especially recreation staffing. Clients have leisure time and activities daily. They are taken off campus at least 2x monthly for those who can tolerate such travel.
Those who can eat appear to enjoy meals. Many are fed via G tubes because of severely compromised swallowing ability.
On the very rare occasions I've detected odors it has been because of very close timing. Such matters are dealt with promptly and odors do not linger.
The clientele are among the most demanding in care needs.
Each client is continually assessed and involved in programs to increase or maintain Activities of Daily Living.
I am continually impressed with the high caliber care my clients receive at Fircrest.
We would all be much healthier and live longer with such care.
J.R. Hardman J.D., CPG