The Laurels of Kettering is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center located in Kettering, Ohio. The facility primarily offers nursing home services, with additional options for assisted living. Residents at The Laurels of Kettering have access to a range of care and medical support services, including 24-hour skilled nursing, pain management, wound care, diabetes care, and incontinence support. Specialized rehabilitation programs are available, such as pulmonary rehabilitation, stroke care, and cardiac recovery. The Laurels of Kettering’s interdisciplinary team includes registered nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech-language pathologists, who provide individualized therapy plans for residents recovering from surgeries, illnesses, or injuries. Ambulatory care, swallowing therapy, and podiatry are also among the onsite services. The facility is certified by Medicare and has been a Medicare participant since January 1, 1990.
With a current census of 36 residents, The Laurels of Kettering provides support with activities of daily living, including full assistance with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. Amenities for residents include an on-site barber shop and beauty salon. In addition to medical and rehabilitation services, the facility offers respite care and memory care programs. Physical, occupational, and speech therapies are delivered both for short-term rehabilitation and long-term maintenance. Despite reports of positive experiences with friendly and professional staff, and successful rehabilitation outcomes, family and resident feedback highlights concerns related to staff shortages, inconsistent care quality, and response times. Some families note issues with medication management and hygiene, as well as inconsistencies between different shifts. While several residents and families have reported a clean environment and excellent communication from certain staff members, others advise caution due to variable staffing and responsiveness.
Costs at this community start at $2,340 and range up to $7,238. The average price in the community is $4,789, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,128. The cost of nursing homes 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.