Gower Convalescent Center, Inc. in Gower, Missouri, operates as a nursing home and delivers 24-hour skilled nursing services. Licensed nurses monitor vital signs, administer medications, and follow physician-ordered treatment plans for residents who need post-hospital rehabilitation or long-term clinical oversight. Physical, occupational, and speech therapists are on site several days a week to help residents regain or maintain function, and the nursing team coordinates closely with physicians to address chronic conditions such as diabetes, cardiac disease, and respiratory disorders.
Beyond direct medical treatment, the center offers care features that support day-to-day health and safety. Staff members handle medication management, insulin administration, wound care, and IV therapy when ordered. Care plans are reviewed regularly with families, and the facility can arrange laboratory work, imaging, and on-site specialty consultations. An emergency call system links every resident room to nursing stations, and the building’s layout allows for rapid response in the event of a fall or sudden change in condition. Hospice and respite arrangements are available for residents who require those services.
Accommodations include a mix of private and semiprivate rooms, each furnished with an adjustable hospital bed, basic seating, and storage. Most rooms have an accessible en-suite or shared bathroom equipped with grab bars, and some units add features such as individual climate controls or in-room television service; not all accommodations have all the features just listed. Housekeeping and personal laundry are handled by staff, and maintenance personnel address repairs to keep the environment functional and safe.
Residents take meals in a central dining room where staff serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner prepared under the guidance of a registered dietitian. The kitchen can produce therapeutic diets including low-sodium, diabetic, and mechanical-soft menus, and snacks are available between meals. For residents who are ill or have mobility limitations, meal trays can be delivered to the room. Seasonal menu rotations and occasional themed meals offer variety, though access to private dining space for family gatherings may vary by room type and availability.
