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Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Center

1 Martha Franks Drive, Laurens, SC 29360 ·

  • Assisted Living · Memory Care · Independent Living · Nursing Home · CCRC
8.9Community score(0 reviews)Write a review

For pricing and availability(864) 707-9571
For residents and staff(864) 984-4541

About Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Center

Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Center is an Assisted Living community in the Laurens area that also offers Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Home, and Continuing Care Retirement Community care.

Martha Franks Retirement Community is situated on 55 acres near downtown Laurens, SC in the upstate region of South Carolina between Greenville and Columbia. We are conveniently located only 6.4 miles from Greenville Health System-Laurens County Memorial HospitalWe are a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) offering all levels of care. We are equipped to support the changing needs of residents without requiring them to relocate, so residents live securely knowing their future needs will be supported. Our living options include cottages, patio homes, apartments, residential and assisted living, skilled nursing care, memory care and short-term rehab. We are prepared to accommodate singles or couples. Like a small town, we have our own church, library, beauty/barber shop, gift shop, bistro, exercise room, restaurant style dining room and mail service.Open to adults who are over age 55, we welcome seniors of all faiths and backgrounds. We are an excellent option for seniors desiring Christ-centered retirement living. Our residents enjoy their independence through opportunities to provide meaningful service to others, participate in a variety of regularly scheduled community activities and fellowship with a loving community. Our qualified and caring team of professionals reflect Christian love, respect and compassion as they minister to the needs of our residents.Much of the beauty of Martha Franks Retirement Community is in the surrounding landscape. Shaded by trees and inhabited by nature’s residents are gardens, courtyards and walking areas that bloom and provide an oasis to give residents a feeling of comfortable southern living.

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8.9

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8.9

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Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Center is praised for its excellent staff and management, providing great care and a lovely community atmosphere. The independent living section is noted to be inconveniently located down a hill from the main buildings, requiring a car to access the dining room and other facilities. However, the apartments are described as lovely, sizable, and conveniently on the first floor, eliminating the need for an elevator. The staff is accommodating, answering questions and providing thorough tours of the independent homes, assisted living, and apartments. While the staff is friendly, competent, and helpful, there is a noted need for improved communication and administration. Unit 2 care is criticized for a lack of quality staff, high turnover, and insufficient familiarity with residents' needs. Despite these issues, the center offers impressive facilities, including good houses, activities, dining, long-term care, assisted living, and individual homes. The dining area is large and well-equipped with a buffet, salad bar, and dessert bar. The center also features an exercise room, a good recreation director, and a variety of activities, including worship services, games, and entertainment. Mobile residents are taken on outings, while in-house residents have access to therapy activities and a hair salon. Overall, Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Center is recognized for its good staff, facilities, and activities, though some areas require improvement.

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  • Care services
  • Facilities
  • Dining services
  • Resident satisfaction
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Care offered at Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Center

  • Assisted Living
  • Memory Care
  • Independent Living
  • Nursing Home
  • Continuing Care Retirement Community

Care services

  • Medication management
  • 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers

Care services at Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Center

  • Medication management
  • 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers
  • Caregivers languages spokenEnglish
  • Non-ambulatory care
  • 24-hour call system

Amenities Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Center

  • Telephone in room
  • Climate control
  • Furnished
  • Cable TV
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Wi-Fi and internet access
  • Resident run activities
  • Activity room
  • Garden

Amenities Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Center

  • Telephone in room
  • Climate control
  • Furnished
  • Cable TV
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Wi-Fi and internet access
  • Resident run activities
  • Activity room
  • Garden
  • Arts room
  • Emergency alert system
  • Movie room
  • Music program
  • Game room
  • Scheduled daily activities
  • Fitness room
  • Walking paths
  • Movie nights
  • Outdoor programs
  • Spa / sauna / wellness room
  • Library
  • Transportation and parking
  • Business room
  • Outdoor common space
  • Family support services
  • Laundry
  • Concierge
  • Move in coordination
  • Housekeeping
  • Gluten free
  • Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining
  • Allergy sensitive
  • Dining room
  • All day dining
  • Diabetes diet

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