Evergreen Gardens at La Junta is an assisted living facility located in La Junta, Colorado. It provides support for residents who require assistance with daily living activities, while also offering a range of care services tailored to individual needs. The facility is designed to cater to seniors who require some level of custodial care, but maintain a level of independence with support provided by trained staff.
In terms of medical support and care, Evergreen Gardens at La Junta offers services for managing diabetes, incontinence, and ambulatory care. For residents requiring diabetes care, there is an emphasis on medication management and dietary monitoring to help maintain stable blood sugar levels. However, reviews indicate dissatisfaction from residents and their families regarding the responsiveness of medical care at the facility. Concerns have been raised about the facility’s protocols in handling emergency situations, specifically noting a delay in contacting emergency services and seeking prior permission for critical interventions, which can be detrimental in urgent cases.
For residents who experience incontinence, Evergreen Gardens provides assistance with personal hygiene and management through available caregiving staff. Nonetheless, the general atmosphere and condition of care have been noted as lacking, potentially affecting the overall experience for residents who need support in these areas.
Additionally, ambulatory care is provided to assist residents who have mobility challenges. Despite the availability of these services, reviews from families and residents express dissatisfaction with the medical responsiveness and general wellbeing practices in place, highlighting concerns over the adequacy and promptness of care provided. This feedback points to a need for improvement in emergency medical protocols and overall resident support to enhance safety and quality of life for those in the facility.
Costs at this community start at $2,500 and range up to $5,880. The average price in the community is $4,190, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,943. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.