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Hammond-Whiting Care Center

★ 3.5 (2 reviews)
1000 114Th Street, Whiting, IN 46394
(844) 490-3973

The Hammond-Whiting Care Center in Whiting, IN is a skilled nursing facility that provides comprehensive care and support for seniors.

Types of Care

Assisted Living Skilled Nursing Facility

About Hammond-Whiting Care Center

The Hammond-Whiting Care Center in Whiting, IN is a skilled nursing facility that provides comprehensive care and support for seniors. With a range of amenities, residents can enjoy a comfortable and convenient living environment. The facility offers a beauty salon for grooming needs, cable or satellite TV for entertainment, and access to community-operated transportation for outings and appointments. For those who wish to stay connected with technology, there is a computer center with Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available. Residents can also socialize and relax in the dining room, gaming room, or small library. Outdoor spaces and gardens provide opportunities for fresh air and nature. The staff at Hammond-Whiting Care Center ensures that residents receive 24-hour supervision along with assistance in activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and transfers. Medication management is provided, along with specialized meal preparation and service for those with diabetes or special dietary restrictions. Residents have the opportunity to participate in various activities organized by the facility including fitness programs, planned day trips, resident-run activities, and scheduled daily activities. Concierge services are available to cater to individual needs. Located conveniently near parks, pharmacies, physicians' offices, restaurants, and hospitals, Hammond-Whiting Care Center offers an ideal setting for seniors in need of skilled nursing care with a host of amenities and services designed to enhance their quality of life.

Review Summary

The Hammond-Whiting Care Center is praised for its cleanliness, active atmosphere, and friendly, informative staff. Residents appear happy and well-cared for, benefiting from nutritious meals and many available activities. Communication is generally good, with staff responding quickly to incidents, though there were concerns about initial limited access for families and delayed responses to behavioral issues like sundowning. Concerns also arose regarding COVID-19 exposure due to staff testing positive after admission. Overall, the facility is seen as a positive environment despite some communication and health safety challenges.

Pros

  • The Hammond-Whiting Care Center is a very clean place with an active atmosphere.
  • The staff at the care center are friendly and informative.
  • Residents, including the reviewer’s mother, appear happy and well-cared for.
  • The facility provides nutritious and hearty meals for its residents.
  • There are many activities available for seniors, contributing to a vibrant community.
  • Communication from the staff has been good, responding quickly to incidents and seeking input from family members.

Cons

  • The reviewer expressed concerns about not being able to enter the facility to speak with the staff, leading to a lack of thorough evaluation.
  • There was an initial communication problem regarding the mother's behavior at night, which could have been addressed sooner.
  • The staff did not administer Xanax for the mother’s sundowning until they experienced issues themselves, indicating a delayed response.
  • Despite good communication overall, there were specific instances where the family's input was not fully acknowledged or acted upon promptly.
  • There was concern about COVID-19 exposure due to multiple staff members testing positive after the mother had already been admitted.

Amenities

Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement

Care Services

24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions

Photos

A shared hospital room with two patient beds, featuring warm colored walls and a large window.
A shared hospital room with two patient beds, featuring warm colored walls and a large window.
A cozy dining room set up with neatly arranged tables and chairs, illuminated by soft lighting.
A cozy dining room set up with neatly arranged tables and chairs, illuminated by soft lighting.
A serene residential community featuring landscaped gardens and a gazebo.
A serene residential community featuring landscaped gardens and a gazebo.
A beautiful wooden gazebo surrounded by a garden with a brick pathway leading to it.
A beautiful wooden gazebo surrounded by a garden with a brick pathway leading to it.
A well-maintained patient room in a medical facility, featuring floral-patterned bedding and comfortable seating.
A well-maintained patient room in a medical facility, featuring floral-patterned bedding and comfortable seating.
A peaceful suburban setting featuring a road, gazebo, and well-maintained landscaping in front of a brick building.
A peaceful suburban setting featuring a road, gazebo, and well-maintained landscaping in front of a brick building.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Hammond-Whiting Care Center?

Hammond-Whiting Care Center is located at 1000 114Th Street, Whiting, IN 46394 in Lake County, Indiana

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