Life Care Center of Blount County operates as a skilled nursing home, centering its clinical program on evidence-based respiratory and rehabilitation services. Residents who need ongoing respiratory care have access to onsite respiratory therapists who monitor ventilator support, oxygen therapy and airway management. A structured pulmonary rehabilitation program is available for individuals recovering from chronic lung conditions or recent respiratory events, while licensed physical therapists guide strength, balance and mobility sessions designed for post-surgical recovery and injury care. The facility also offers short-term rehabilitation stays and planned respite care, giving family caregivers a break while ensuring their loved ones receive 24-hour nursing oversight.
Beyond the core therapy services, the center maintains a multidisciplinary clinical team that includes registered nurses, wound-care specialists and attending physicians who help manage complex medical needs. Care plans are reviewed routinely and adjusted according to progress reports from therapy staff. Discharge planning begins early in the stay, coordinating home health services or outpatient therapies as needed. Emergency response capabilities and medication management protocols are in place around the clock, underscoring the facility’s focus on medically intensive support.
Accommodation options vary, with some suites featuring private kitchenettes for light meal preparation, wireless internet access for personal devices and fireplaces that add a homelike touch. Outdoor areas give residents space for fresh air and informal visits, and flexible visiting hours allow families to drop in when schedules permit. Not every room includes every feature, so prospective residents should confirm availability during a tour.
Dining services emphasize practicality and choice. Daily menus are prepared by dietary staff who adapt meals to physician-ordered diets, and a coffee shop is open for residents who prefer a lighter option between regular meal times. The dining room offers table service, while those in rooms equipped with kitchenettes may keep snacks on hand for added convenience.
Residents have access to an activity center that hosts group programs, a library and computer lounge for reading or internet use, and an outdoor putting green for low-impact recreation. These amenities aim to support social engagement and cognitive stimulation alongside the facility’s primary medical services.