Anderson Mill Center for Nursing and Healing Review

• Facility Overview

• Key Facility Features

• Services Offered
  • Specialized Care Options
• Amenities and Daily Life
  • Daily Activities
• Resident Experiences and Testimonials
  • Positive Testimonials
  • Areas of Concern
• Pricing and Financial Information
  • Payment Options
• Staff and Management Quality
  • Quality Metrics
• Comparison with Local Competitors
  • Unique Features of Anderson Mill Center
• Reputation and Recognition
• Recommendations for Prospective Residents and Families
• Conclusion

Facility overview

Anderson Mill Center for Nursing and Healing (2130 Anderson Mill Rd, Austell, GA 30106) is a 242-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Cobb County. It is Medicare and Medicaid certified and has undergone recent renovations.

Key facility features

• 242 certified beds
• Medicare and Medicaid certified
• Recently renovated

Services offered

Anderson Mill Center provides:

Service Type

Description

Skilled Nursing

24/7 medical supervision and nursing care

Rehabilitation Services

Physical, occupational, and speech therapy

Short-term Recovery

Post-hospital care and recovery support

Long-term Care

For complex, ongoing medical needs

Memory Care

Support for dementia patients

Hospice Care

End-of-life care focused on comfort and dignity

Specialized care options

• Diabetic care management
• Post-surgery recovery programs
• Pain management services

Amenities and daily life

The facility has a restaurant-style dining room, activity center, landscaped outdoor areas, library, computer lounge, on-site beauty shop and barbershop, and private or semi-private room options.

• Restaurant-style dining room with professional culinary team
• Activity center for social gatherings and events
• Landscaped outdoor areas
• Library and computer lounge
• On-site beauty shop and barbershop
• Private and semi-private rooms

Daily activities

The center offers social events, senior fitness classes, arts and crafts, educational programs, and music and entertainment. Ask about the activities calendar during your tour to see what's available and how often events happen.

• Social events and gatherings
• Fitness classes for seniors
• Arts and crafts sessions
• Educational programs and lectures
• Music and entertainment events

Resident experiences and testimonials

Feedback from residents and families is mixed. Two residents praised the therapy services, but others reported issues with staff communication, food quality, and medication timing.

Aspect

Average Rating (out of 5)

Overall Rating

2.3

Facility

2.5

Staff

2.7

Food

2.2

Activities

2.3

Value

2.3

Positive testimonials

1. "The therapy that I received was grade 'A' and the therapists were extremely personable and one-on-one with each resident." – Janet S.
2. "The entire staff all worked together to help me sit up in bed, stand up, and then walk." – L. Murray

Areas of concern

• Staff communication gaps with families
• Inconsistent food quality and temperature
• Medication delivery timing issues

Therapy services are a strength. When considering this facility, ask management directly about the concerns listed above and what steps they've taken to address them.

Pricing and financial information

Anderson Mill Center costs more than the local average. Monthly costs range from $8,000 to $9,280, compared to the area average of $4,124 per month.

Price Point

Monthly Cost

Starting Price

$8,000

Average Cost

$8,640

Maximum Cost

$9,280

Payment options

• Medicare (Provider Number: 115145)
• Medicaid

• Private insurance (coverage varies)
• Self-pay options

Before committing, get a detailed cost breakdown including any additional fees for specialized services or amenities. Ask about financial assistance or sliding scale fees. If planning long-term care, explore long-term care insurance options.

Staff and management quality

Anderson Mill Center has good staffing levels. On Medicare's Nursing Home Compare, the facility received 4 out of 5 stars for staffing.

Staff Type

Hours per Resident per Day

Total Nursing Staff

3.9

Licensed Nurses

1.5

Certified Nursing Assistants

2.4

Quality metrics

• Overall Medicare Rating: 3 out of 5 stars
• Quality Measures Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
• Health Inspections Rating: 2 out of 5 stars

The quality measures rating indicates strong resident care outcomes, but the lower health inspections rating points to compliance and facility management issues that need attention.

Comparison with local competitors

Here's how Anderson Mill Center compares to other Cobb County facilities:

Facility Name

Overall Rating

Key Services

Starting Price

Anderson Mill Center

3.0/5

Skilled Nursing, Rehab

$8,000

Canterfield of Kennesaw

9.9/10

Assisted Living, Memory Care

$3,900+

Presbyterian Village

9.9/10

Memory Care, Independent Living

$4,100+

The Georgian Lakeside

9.9/10

Assisted Living, Memory Care

$4,200+

Carriage Crossing Marietta

9.8/10

Assisted Living, Memory Care

$3,800+

Unique features of Anderson Mill Center

1. Larger facility size (242 beds) with more resources
2. Focus on rehabilitation services
3. Recent rebranding suggests ongoing facility improvements
4. Multiple care levels allow residents to transition as needs change

Consider your loved one's specific care needs and whether this facility is the right fit. Think about whether the facility can handle future care needs without requiring a move. Weigh the higher cost against the services offered, particularly the rehabilitation focus.

Reputation and recognition

Anderson Mill Center has no specific awards on record. Its reputation is based on its quality ratings and resident feedback: Medicare Quality Rating of 5 out of 5 stars and Overall Resident Satisfaction of 9 out of 10 (from 156 ratings). Despite mixed reviews, many residents and families have positive experiences.

Recommendations for prospective residents and families

1. Schedule an in-person tour
   • Observe staff interactions and overall atmosphere
   • Join a meal service to assess food quality and dining
   • Ask to see private and semi-private room options
2. Review care plans
   • Ask how personalized care plans are developed and updated
   • Ask how often health assessments and care plan reviews happen
3. Investigate quality improvement plans
   • Ask what specific strategies are being used to improve health inspection ratings
4. Evaluate rehabilitation services
   • Ask about success rates and average length of stay for rehabilitation programs
   • Ask about the qualifications and experience of therapy staff. Check their certifications, years of experience, and any specialized training in geriatric care.
5. Assess communication protocols
   • Ask how the facility communicates with families about health updates and care plan changes
   • Ask whether staff are available for family meetings and discussions, both scheduled and impromptu. Good communication shows the facility's commitment to resident well-being.
6. Consider future needs
   • Ask how the facility handles changes in care needs over time
   • The facility should have a clear process for moving between care levels (independent living to assisted living to memory care) that involves assessment by the care team and collaboration with families and healthcare providers.
7. Financial planning
   • Get a comprehensive fee schedule showing all potential charges
   • Discuss payment options and any financial assistance programs
8. Speak with current residents and families
   • If possible, speak with current residents or family members about daily life at the facility

Checking these points will help you decide whether Anderson Mill Center fits your loved one's care needs, preferences, and budget.

Conclusion

Anderson Mill Center offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. Its size and recent rebranding suggest available resources and ongoing improvements. However, the higher-than-average cost and mixed resident reviews warrant careful consideration.

Strengths include staffing levels, quality care measures, and a range of specialized services. Weaknesses include overall resident satisfaction, food quality, and health inspection ratings.

Match your loved one's care needs, budget, and your own impressions from visiting the facility and speaking with staff and residents.