Bluffs, The

3105 Bluff Creek Drive, Columbia MO, 65201


Resident Review Score
4.3
|
Average

Starting price

$2,800

For this area
$$$

Bluffs, The is a nursing home in Columbia, MO, with 132 certified beds. In addition to being a nursing home, this facility provides assisted living care and has an independent living option.

Costs at this community start at $2,800 and range up to $5,080 per month. The average price in the community is $3,940, which is lower than the average price of $4,179 in the area. The cost of nursing home care in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. Depending on the services the resident needs, additional services may increase the monthly cost. This facility is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.

When considering a nursing home, it's important to understand how much time nurses spend with each resident and what type of nurse provides care. The total time nurses spend with residents in this community is 3.6 hours daily per resident. This time is made up of 1.1 hours with licensed nurses (0.3 by an RN and 0.7 by an LPN) and 2.5 hours with non-licensed nurse aides.

Residents need to have a scheduled, structured activity every day. See our amenity list below for more information.

There are four hospitals within 25 miles of Bluffs, The. The two closest hospitals are Boone Hospital Center, which is 2.6 miles away, and Cooper County Memorial Hospital, which is 23.8 miles away.

This nursing home has an overall rating of 2, which is an average rating of all facilities reviewed by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. This nursing home has an average health inspection rating of 2. The quality rating for this facility is 2 and the staff rating is 2.


For personalized guidance, current availability, and help scheduling a tour, call our senior living advisors at1 (844) 240-4458 or reach the community directly at(573) 442-6060

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Pricing for Bluffs, The

$4,179Avg. Local Starting Price
Bluffs, The$2,800

Starting price

  • Within 25 Miles$4,198
  • In Columbia-Jefferson City$4,179
  • In MO$4,140

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Resident Review Score
4.3
|
Average
#5 in Columbia, MO

Aggregated reviews in this score
Most Loved2
Loved0
Good0
Average0
Below Average5

Reviews

Residents and their families say:

This community has garnered a mix of strongly positive and some critical feedback from people whose loved ones have resided there. Many reviewers express immense gratitude for the level of care, dignity, and respect provided to their family members. Highlights include a sense of individualized attention and care, with several pointing out the exceptional teamwork observed within the facility. The staff, encompassing the administration, nursing, therapy, dining, housekeeping, and maintenance teams, is often lauded for their responsiveness, friendliness, and dedication to meeting residents' needs. The environment is described as clean, bright, and welcoming, with residents appearing cheerful and engaging positively with staff and one another. Numerous activities and quality dining experiences contribute to a good quality of life for the inhabitants, helping them to forge new friendships and feel deeply cared for.
However, there are critiques concerning the handling of medical care, particularly regarding the administration of medications and communication issues surrounding residents' healthcare. One reviewer voiced concerns over questions being dismissed or not adequately addressed by the staff, suggesting a gap in consistent and transparent communication between some staff members and the residents' families. Despite these challenges, the community's positive aspects, such as its environment, staff's caring attitude, and the overall ambiance, appear to be the driving force behind many families' satisfaction.
In summary, while most feedback shines a positive light on the community, citing its excellent care, proactive staff, and engaging environment, there are notable concerns about aspects of medical management and communication. The critiques, although not universal, underscore the importance of diligence from families in monitoring their loved ones' care. Despite these issues, the impression is that this community stands out for its heartening approach to care and resident engagement.

AI generated summary of real reviews

ANNUAL DATA

Bluffs, The


Availability

Each community has a certified number of beds that are available.

certified beds

132

Ratings

User ratings are a trustworthy source of information about a community.

overall

2

health inspection

2

quality

2

staff

2

Incidents

Incidents within a community must be reported and documented.

facility reported

4

infection control citations

0

fines

4

amount of fines

$12,032

Staff Hours (per resident per day)

licensed staff hours

1

total nurse hours

4

weekend nurse hours

3

weekend rn hours

0

Staff Turnover (per year)

nursing staff

57

registered nurses

62

administrators who left

1

Facility Details

  • Legal name

    BLUFFS, THE

  • Ownership type

    Non profit - Corporation

  • Federal Provider Number

    265498

  • Provider SSA county code

    90

  • Certification

    Medicare and Medicaid

  • Medicaid start date

    May 05, 1992

  • Type of council

    Resident

  • Ownership change in last 12 months

    No

  • Health inspection in last 2 years

    No

  • Located in hospital

    No

  • Continuing Care Retirement Community

    No

Amenities

Bluffs, The


Activity Center

Activities & Fitness


Activity Center

Library & Computer Lounge

Movie Nights

Care


Bariatric Care Unit

Sub-acute Care, Long-term Care And Respite Care

Therapy Available 7 Days A Week

Additional Features


Chaplain

Accommodations


Outdoor Areas

Hospitals


Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans??Hospital

800 Hospital Dr

Distance: 2.2 miles

University Of Missouri Health Care

One Hospital Drive

Distance: 2.2 miles

Boone Hospital Center

1600 East Broadway

Distance: 2.5 miles

Churches


Columbia Chinese Christian Church

3316 South Rock Quarry Road, Columbia

Distance: 0.7 miles

NE Area Office-Christian Church

2700 East Nifong Boulevard, Columbia

Distance: 0.7 miles

The Crossing

3615 Southland Drive, Columbia

Distance: 0.9 miles

Resident Review Score
7.1
|
Loved
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Resident Review Score
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Loved
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Resident Review Score
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|
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Starting at

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For this area
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