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The Hermitage

2.2

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185 Brick Farm Rd, Sylva, NC 28779

Assisted living facility

Nursing home

Retirement community

Retirement home

Senior citizen center

Contact

(828) 586-9070

Hours

24 hours (Mon-Sun)

About This Community

The Hermitage in Sylva, NC, specializes in assisted living and memory care, focusing on seniors with cognitive challenges such as Alzheimer's. Located in the scenic western North Carolina mountains, it provides 24-hour nursing support, medication management, and help with daily activities like bathing and dressing. The community features private and studio rooms, a range of amenities including a fitness center, game room, and scheduled social activities designed to engage residents. While the facility strives to maintain safety and comfort with an emergency alert system and state-mandated staffing, reviews reveal mixed experiences, particularly around communication and care consistency. Its proximity to local healthcare and dining options adds convenience for residents and families.

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Living Environment

Cleanliness & Maintenance: Some reviews mention rooms being large and fairly new, but others report issues like unclean rooms on arrival and infrequent personal care tasks such as bed making and changing residents.

Atmosphere & Community Feel: The Hermitage offers a variety of social programs and activities that foster engagement, though some families note resident agitation and frustration, particularly among those with memory impairments.

Safety & Security: The community maintains 24-hour supervision and an emergency alert system, meeting state staffing requirements, though some families question the responsiveness to urgent health needs.

Family Experience

Families report mixed experiences; some praise the staff for being approachable and communicative, especially during initial placement and medical care setup. Others express frustration over poor communication, delayed responses to health concerns, and difficulties resolving billing issues. Visits are generally possible, but COVID restrictions initially limited family access.

Care Approach

The Hermitage emphasizes nursing care with 12-16 hour coverage, medication management, and assistance with daily living tasks. Specialized memory care programs support residents with mild cognitive impairments. Staff training meets state requirements, but reviews suggest variability in care quality and responsiveness, particularly for dementia-related behaviors.

Value Consideration

Pricing ranges from $4,900 to $5,120 monthly, which is below the local average. While the community provides a broad range of services and amenities, some families feel the value is diminished by inconsistent care and communication challenges. The facility is positioned as a cost-conscious option for assisted and memory care.

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Care Offered

Nursing Home Services:

24-hour skilled nursing care, medication management

Physical Therapy:

Rehabilitation programs for recovery and mobility improvement

Senior Services:

Long-term residential care, social activities

Hours of Operation

Monday

Open 24 hours

Tuesday

Open 24 hours

Wednesday

Open 24 hours

Thursday

Open 24 hours

Friday

Open 24 hours

Saturday

Open 24 hours

Sunday

Open 24 hours

Community Amenities

Care services

Neighborhood Insights

Situated in Sylva, North Carolina, The Hermitage is located in a mountainous area offering scenic views and a quiet environment. The neighborhood provides convenient access to healthcare facilities, pharmacies, and local dining, supporting residents' medical and social needs within a small-town setting.