The Health Benefits of Having (and Being) Grandparents

Dear Sharon, We have never met, but I hear so many wonderful things about you from my friend, Carolyn Redfearn. She has told me many times how she was so blessed to have you keep her informed and do so much for her dad, Robert Webb. Of course, she appreciated all of the staff there at Pine Meadows as well. My husband and I had the privilege of knowing and visiting with Mr. & Mrs. Webb while they were still in their home. Please accept this small donation in memory of Mr. Webb. Thanks again for all you have done to make it easier for Mrs. Webb and for his family also.

I am very impressed with the therapy department. The entire staff is great, they tend to our needs and are very patient. I love the activities and the things they do for us. The nurses are excellent, and the CNA's are great too! They do everything for me that I can't and never make me feel embarrassed or uneasy when I ask for help. I am so grateful for this facility!

I have worked at Pine Meadows for eight years and couldn't imagine working anywhere else! I love the communication between all disciplines and the interaction between staff with the residents/family. The building is full of caring staff members, and I am so glad to be apart of it.

My aunt has been here for a couple of years now. Each time we visit her she is in such an excellent frame of mind. They have activities like "prom" & special snacks. Also, the new director Amanda Kennedy has been a positive addition to the already stellar team!

I chose Pine Meadows for my loved one because of its outstanding reputation. Erica, the admissions coordinator, was knowledgeable, helping, and efficient. I enjoyed meeting all of the ladies across the various departments. The efficiency with all impressed me. I fell in love with Holley after our talk and could not have been happier!

Barry Jones a resident at Pine Meadows wanted to share his experience here so far. He admitted to us after the nursing home he was in closed down. He stated he chose Pine Meadows because people in the community recommended him go here along with the staff at his other home. He also chose here because he has always lived in Bolivar. He mentioned a few departments that stood out along with a couple specific team members. The CNA's are friendly and the nurses are very dedicated professionals according to Mr.Jones. Mr.Barry provides a few specific CNA's and nurses that care for him daily.(Dorothy,Catherine,Carolyn,Lanette) Barbara and Margo from the activities department are very kind and inviting to help get me involved in activities says Mr.Jones. Dietary department provided food and snacks that make me feel more at home. He also mentions that Johnny Weems, social worker, went above and beyond by going out and getting him personal supplies when he first admitted. From the words of Mr.Jones, "I don't know what I would have done without his kindness. There are a few other comments that Mr.Barry provided during our conversation, "the food here is very good and tasty", and "staff is cooperative and helpful and willing to help me in any way possible."

My family and I would like to thank you for the flowers sent to remember my brother Joe. All of you helped to make a situation more acceptable. He received treatment there that I would recommend to anyone in need of this type of care. A very clean facility, well-staffed and with a caring attitude towards my brother and a willingness to explain things and contacting me when the need arose. Thank you again for caring.

Not only do I work at Pine Meadows, my family and I recently had the opportunity to discuss whether to possibly admit one of our family members with terminal illnesses. The staff here is amazing, caring, and go above and beyond; not just for our work family, but for anyone in need of our services. Jan, Connie, Amanda, and Erica. Ladies, you will forever hold a special place in our hearts. My work family from Cooperate on down, we appreciate every act of kindness, the prayers, and Erica Parker you're one in a million. Thanks for being there for my sister in law and staying till we got there. I'm truly thankful for my work family.