Jackson Memorial Perdue Medical Center is a long-term care facility situated on an expansive 11-acre campus in South Dade. This licensed 163-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility is dedicated to serving a diverse adult resident population with a high standard of quality care. Recognized as one of the Best Nursing Homes in the state of Florida in 2021 by Newsweek, this Medicare/Medicaid-certified facility undergoes annual surveys by the Florida Agency for Healthcare Administration to ensure compliance with regulations.
At Jackson Memorial Perdue Medical Center, several exceptional programs in rehabilitation and restorative therapies are offered. One standout program is the Spinal Cord Program, affiliated with the Miami Project to Cure Paralysis, providing specialized care for residents with spinal cord injuries. The Behavior Enrichment Structured Therapy (B.E.S.T.) program caters to residents with dementia and traumatic brain injuries, offering structured therapy sessions managed by a clinical social worker and certified nursing assistants.
The facility's therapeutic Recreation program provides a diverse range of activities for all residents, including on-campus and community-based programs through Miami-Dade County Parks and Recreation. These recreational programs are tailored to the preferences of the culturally diverse resident population and are conducted in the preferred language of the individual, whether it be English, Spanish, or Creole. Jackson Memorial Perdue Medical Center employs a dedicated staff of physicians, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, dieticians, and certified nursing assistants to provide round-the-clock medical and skilled nursing care.
Committed to meeting the healthcare needs of each resident, the facility's staff members are specially trained and/or licensed in various areas including adult medicine, geriatrics, rehabilitation nursing, and restorative nursing. With a focus on providing personalized care and a range of specialized programs, Jackson Memorial Perdue Medical Center strives to create a nurturing and supportive environment for its residents to thrive and receive the care they deserve.