Bridgewood Health Care Center
$6,400 – $6,400/mo
Starting price
Assisted Living
Care types
Private, Studio, 1 Bedroom
Room options
Yes
Wheelchair access
About Bridgewood Health Care Center
Bridgewood Health Care Center sits in South Kansas City, offering both assisted living and skilled nursing care in a large, amenity-rich setting. Residents have access to a wide range of activities—from movie nights and fitness programs to arts and music—designed to keep days engaging and social. The community emphasizes 24-hour supervision and a call system for added reassurance, with staff assisting in daily tasks like bathing, dressing, and medication management. While the facility is wheelchair accessible and surrounded by local conveniences, families should note that reviews consistently highlight significant concerns about care quality, communication, and safety. Bridgewood’s higher-than-average monthly cost reflects its extensive amenities, but families are encouraged to look closely at both the offerings and the feedback before making a decision.
Our Care Approach
Bridgewood Health Care Center promotes 24-hour supervision and personalized assistance with daily living, but reviews and ratings reveal consistent gaps in care quality, staff training, and resident safety. The facility’s approach is undermined by high staff turnover, understaffing, and a lack of structured support, leading to inconsistent and sometimes substandard care.
Family Experience
Families often describe frustration with poor communication, difficulty contacting loved ones, and a lack of transparency from leadership. Visits and tours may feel restricted, and some report feeling that their concerns are dismissed. While a few families note satisfactory care for their relatives, most express significant worry about the well-being and safety of residents.
Care & Services
Services and care programs available at Bridgewood Health Care Center.
Medical Care Services
Provides skilled nursing facility care and 24-hour supervision, but external ratings and reviews indicate serious deficiencies in nursing staff levels and quality of medical oversight.
Personal Care Services
Assistance with bathing, dressing, medication management, and daily activities is advertised, though reviews suggest inconsistent delivery and quality.
Specialized Care
No specific memory care or behavioral health services are indicated in the provided data; care appears focused on general assisted living and nursing support.
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Living Environment
Cleanliness & Maintenance
Reviews and external ratings suggest ongoing issues with facility upkeep and hygiene, with multiple mentions of maintenance problems and theft.
Atmosphere & Community Feel
The community aims for engagement through diverse activities, but reviews indicate a chaotic, unsupportive environment for both residents and staff.
Safety & Security
Serious safety concerns are raised in reviews, including allegations of assault, theft, and inadequate supervision, with external ratings confirming below-average safety performance.
Amenities
Reviews
Based on 38 reviews
Bridgewood Health Care Center receives overwhelmingly negative feedback, with most reviews citing poor communication, lack of staff support, and serious safety concerns. Families frequently mention difficulty reaching loved ones, inconsistent care, and instances of alleged mistreatment. A small number of positive comments note satisfactory care for some residents, but these are far outnumbered by reports of frustration and disappointment.
- Some residents report their loved ones are doing fine and express gratitude for care received
- A few reviewers mention satisfactory experiences with certain staff members
- The community offers a wide array of amenities and activities
- Frequent complaints about poor communication and unresponsive leadership
- Allegations of resident mistreatment, theft, and lack of proper supervision
- Consistent reports of understaffing and disorganization affecting care quality
Timothy Johnico
Bridge Healthcare Center in Kansas City is plagued by a trifecta of poor leadership, an unstructured environment, and a palpable lack of support for employees and residents alike. Leadership is riddled with inconsistency, indecision, and a failure to communicate effectively. Managers often neglect to provide clear direction or hold themselves accountable, creating a top-down culture of disorganization and frustration. This vacuum of effective leadership filters down to every level, leaving staff to fend for themselves in an environment where expectations are unclear, and resources are perpetually lacking. The center operates in a chaotic and unstructured manner. Policies and procedures, if they exist, are inconsistently applied, leading to confusion and inefficiency. Employees are often left without proper training or guidance, expected to perform complex tasks with little to no preparation. Scheduling is haphazard, resulting in understaffed shifts that push workers to their limits and compromise the quality of care for residents. This lack of structure creates an atmosphere where burnout thrives and morale plummets. Perhaps most concerning is the center’s glaring lack of support for its employees. Staff frequently report feeling undervalued and unheard, with their concerns and suggestions dismissed or ignored entirely. Leadership rarely provides the tools or encouragement needed for employees to succeed, instead perpetuating a blame culture that fosters resentment and disengagement. This unsupportive environment not only erodes employee retention but also directly impacts the residents, who suffer from inconsistent and subpar care. Overall, Bridge Healthcare Center has become a stark example of what happens when poor leadership, disorganization, and indifference collide, creating an environment that fails both its staff and the vulnerable individuals it is meant to serve.
Ritamay Burris
My son is living at Bridgewood Health Center. He is doing fine.Thank you for his care. God bless all of you.
Mikey Lawrence 420
They miss treat there patients and literally take everything away from them if they don’t have family on the outside they’ve taken my mothers phone away and everything else she’s had and have had her there sence 2006 she’s passed all the programs 4 times I think and have abused her as well I can’t even get in contact with her and they never answer the phone this place needs to be shut down
11 more residents rated this community with an average of 1.9 stars
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Pricing
$6,400 – $6,400/mo
Pricing varies by room type, care level, and services selected.
Available Room Types
Value Consideration
At $6,400 per month, Bridgewood is priced above the local average, reflecting its extensive amenities and services. However, the value is questionable given the frequency of negative reviews, care quality concerns, and below-average ratings. Families should weigh the cost against both the amenities offered and the significant feedback about care and safety issues.
Location & Neighborhood
About the Area
Bridgewood Health Care Center is located in South Kansas City, a diverse area with convenient access to pharmacies, medical centers, parks, and casual dining. The neighborhood offers practical amenities and a mix of residential and commercial spaces, providing both everyday conveniences and opportunities for outings.
Nearby Attractions
- The University of Kansas Cancer Center - South
- McLain's Market (café)
- Local parks
Public Transportation
- Local bus routes (exact lines not specified)
- Private transportation options likely available
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