Autumn Care of Cornelius is a skilled nursing facility that provides 24-hour medical oversight for residents who need short-term rehabilitation or long-term custodial care. Licensed nurses are on duty around the clock to manage medications, monitor vital signs, and respond to changes in condition. The facility offers physical, occupational, and speech therapy on site, along with specialized services such as wound care, pain management, and IV therapy. Coordination with physicians, pharmacies, and hospitals is part of the standard care plan to help reduce hospital readmissions and support continuity of treatment.
Beyond direct medical services, the community maintains care team ratios designed to offer regular assistance with daily living tasks such as bathing, dressing, and mobility. A social services department works with families on care planning and discharge coordination. The facility also schedules transportation for off-site medical appointments and provides in-house diagnostic support like lab draws and imaging when ordered by a physician. Infection control protocols and fall-prevention programs are in place and reviewed regularly by a clinical quality team.
Resident accommodations include private and semi-private rooms, each with basic furnishings and access to outdoor areas where residents can spend time under staff supervision. Not all rooms offer the same layout or proximity to common spaces, so prospective residents and families should confirm specific features during a tour.
Meals are prepared three times daily in accordance with dietitian-approved menus that accommodate physician-ordered therapeutic diets such as diabetic, cardiac, or mechanically altered textures. Alternate entrée options are made available at each meal, and nursing staff monitor intake for residents with nutritional risks. Dining assistance is provided for individuals who require help with feeding or adaptive utensils.
Residents have access to an activity center that hosts group programs, therapy exercises, and social events designed to maintain cognitive and physical engagement.