Morgan Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center

    80 Morgan Ave, Johnston, RI, 02919
    4.5 · 41 reviews
    • Assisted living
    • Memory care
    • Skilled nursing
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    2.0

    Excellent rehab, serious safety concerns

    I found the facility clean, welcoming, and strong on community outreach-health education, free screenings and events-and many staff (Mario, Kelly, Gina, Samantha) provided compassionate, attentive rehab and CNA care that genuinely helped mobility. However, our experience was marred by serious safety and management failures: delayed/missed diagnosis (UTI → kidney failure), mishandled end-of-life care, privacy violations, slow/unresponsive assistance, belongings left outside, and inconsistent standards across floors. Overall, while parts of the team and rehab are excellent, the safety lapses and inconsistent care make me strongly hesitant to recommend sending a loved one here.

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    4.54 · 41 reviews

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      3.9
    • Staff

      4.4
    • Meals

      5.0
    • Amenities

      3.5
    • Value

      4.5

    Pros

    • Kind, respectful and compassionate staff
    • Attentive CNAs and nursing staff
    • No-rush, patient-centered care in many cases
    • Certified wound care nurse on staff
    • Coordination and timely transport for dialysis
    • Helpful social worker assisting with Medicaid paperwork
    • Clean, homey and bright facility
    • Welcoming atmosphere with garden and comfortable common spaces
    • Strong rehab program with measurable mobility improvement
    • Experienced, praised rehab team members (named staff: Gina, Samantha)
    • Notable individual staff praised (Mario admissions director, nurses Kelly and Gia, receptionist Gina)
    • Good hospice and palliative care support (compassionate end-of-life care reported)
    • High-quality dining with specific praised meals
    • Active community outreach and senior-focused events
    • Free health screenings and health education offered
    • Staff go out of their way to ensure resident comfort and happiness
    • Regular staff check-ins and attentive service reported
    • Professional long-term care services noted
    • Many recommendations and reports of fulfilling rehabilitative stays
    • Cleanliness consistently mentioned across multiple reviews

    Cons

    • Reports of extremely poor care in some cases, including alleged medical negligence
    • At least one delayed or missed diagnosis of UTI alleged to lead to kidney failure
    • Allegations of end-of-life care mishandling in isolated reviews
    • Belongings reportedly left outside in boxes next to garbage in one complaint
    • Unprofessional behavior by some staff or management reported
    • Visitation restrictions during COVID criticized
    • Reports of prescribed physical/occupational therapy not being delivered
    • Residents not being taken outside as expected
    • Excessive delays in assistance and response to calls
    • Unsafe roommate situations and dismissed safety concerns
    • Privacy violation alleged (staff opening and reading personal mail)
    • Tissue/supply shortages reported
    • Respiratory outbreak and cases of pneumonia noted
    • Administrative and billing issues raised
    • Renovation disparity — some floors renovated while others neglected
    • Some areas described as dingy walls and rough linens/towels
    • Staff ignored a fall in at least one report and were described as unresponsive
    • Busy phone lines and perceived staff laziness in some accounts
    • Significant variation in care experience between floors/units
    • Conflicting reports suggest inconsistency in policies and practices

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment across the reviews of Morgan Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center is mixed but leans positive, with a substantial number of reviewers praising the staff, cleanliness, rehab services, and community programming. Many reviewers highlight individual caregivers and administrators by name (Mario in admissions; nurses Kelly and Gia; rehab staff Gina and Samantha) and report meaningful clinical improvements — especially in rehabilitation where mobility gains and positive therapy outcomes were explicitly credited to the rehab team. The facility’s environment is frequently described as homey and welcoming, with a pleasant garden and comfortable common spaces. Dining receives strong praise in multiple reviews, with callers noting specific dishes that stood out. Community outreach, health education, and free screening events are also seen as notable strengths that extend the facility’s role beyond inpatient care.

    Staffing and bedside care are major positive themes. Numerous reviews describe kind, respectful, and attentive CNAs and nursing staff who perform regular check-ins, respond to comfort needs, and demonstrate compassion, particularly in end-of-life situations. A certified wound care nurse and coordination for dialysis transport are specifically praised, as is helpful social work assistance for Medicaid paperwork. Cleanliness and professionalism are repeatedly cited, making the facility appear well-suited for many long-term and rehabilitative stays.

    However, a smaller but significant set of reviews raises very serious concerns that cannot be overlooked. There are allegations of severe lapses in clinical care in at least one case — a reported delayed or missed diagnosis of a urinary tract infection that the reviewer states resulted in kidney failure — and other claims of mishandled end-of-life care. Safety and rights issues appear in multiple complaints: missed or delayed responses after a fall, lack of promised therapies, residents never being taken outside, unsafe roommates, and an alleged privacy violation where personal mail was opened and read. Administrative issues such as billing problems, busy phone lines, and perceived staff laziness are also noted. Together these reports point to inconsistency in care quality and operational responsiveness.

    Facility condition comments are mixed. While many reviewers call the center very clean and bright, some mention supply shortages (tissues), a respiratory outbreak with pneumonia cases, and uneven renovation/maintenance — with the 1st and 2nd floors described as updated while the 3rd and 4th floors are characterized as neglected, with dingy walls and worn linens. This suggests variability in resident experience depending on unit or floor. Infection control concerns tied to a respiratory outbreak and pneumonia were raised and should be probed further by prospective families.

    Patterns and takeaways: the reviews show a clear pattern of excellent individual caregivers and strong rehab/dining/community programs that produce many positive outcomes and satisfied families. At the same time, a smaller subset of reviews describes serious clinical and rights-related concerns that signal potential lapses in consistency, supervision, or policy enforcement. Several issues (missed therapies, delayed responses to calls, privacy concerns, and uneven facility upkeep) recur enough to merit direct inquiry.

    Practical recommendations for prospective residents and families based on these reviews: visit the specific unit or floor you are considering, ask about staffing ratios and response times to call bells, inquire how therapy frequency and delivery are documented, request information on infection control and recent outbreaks or citations, clarify policies around personal mail and privacy, and speak with the admissions director or social worker about how they handle care coordination, billing, and appeals. Also consider meeting or asking about the specific staff named positively in reviews if continuity of care matters. Finally, if end-of-life or palliative support is important, ask for examples of how the facility coordinates hospice services and for references from recent families.

    In summary, Morgan Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center receives many strong endorsements for its caring staff, rehabilitation outcomes, clean environment, and programming, but potential residents should be aware of and investigate reported inconsistencies and serious individual complaints before making placement decisions.

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    About Morgan Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center

    Morgan Health Center is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility offering a comprehensive continuum of specialized care in a modern, tranquil environment. Nestled in a beautiful suburban setting, the center is dedicated to easing the transition from hospital to home, ensuring that every individual receives personalized attention and support while regaining strength and independence. The care approach at Morgan focuses on restoring maximum function and independence, reflecting a deep commitment to the physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of each resident.

    Morgan Health Center provides a wide range of advanced services, including orthopedic rehabilitation, wound care, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech therapy. The facility is equipped with state-of-the-art features, such as infection control measures and telemedicine capabilities, and offers post-discharge support to ensure continuous healing and safety. The 120-bed center is also proud to be VA contracted, serving a diverse community of individuals recovering from surgery, stroke, cardiac, or pulmonary conditions.

    The center cultivates an environment where older adults are treated with compassion and respect, always prioritizing their dignity and independence. A high caregiver-to-resident ratio allows for more individualized care, frequent supervision, and greater peace of mind for both residents and their families. For those with memory impairments, Morgan Health Center features a secure unit with the Wander Guard™ security system and carefully structured activities that promote engagement and well-being. Outdoor activities are offered in a private courtyard under close supervision, fostering a sense of community and safety.

    One of the signature programs at Morgan Health Center is the Urgent SNF™ Service, designed to provide timely skilled nursing facility care that meets global healthcare expectations for the right care at the right place and time. Discharge planning begins immediately upon admission, with personalized care plans crafted to optimize healing and fully prepare each individual for a successful return home. The center’s approach to care, exemplified by Rehabbing Care™, centers on accelerating residents’ return to optimum health through proactive, collaborative support and recovery.

    Residents and their families are encouraged to participate actively in daily life through engaging activities, always supported by a compassionate team dedicated to enhancing quality of life. Morgan Health Center stands as a place where innovation, dedication, and empathy converge, creating a truly rejuvenating and nurturing environment for all who enter its doors.

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