Father Purcell Memorial Exceptional Children's Ctr
Below-average Medicare ratings — review the inspection history and ask the administrator about recent corrections before visiting.
based on 19 Google reviews

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Quality Concerns Identified
Medicare inspection and quality data reveal areas that families should carefully evaluate before choosing this facility.
- Low overall rating (1/5 stars)
- Low staffing rating (1/5 stars)
- Above-median deficiencies (6 vs median 3.0)
Bottom 25% in AL · Critically understaffed (RN) · Low staff turnover (stable workforce) · No penalties on record
What this means for your family
This facility is highly regarded by families of long-term residents for its compassionate and dedicated staff. While the feedback is overwhelmingly positive, we recommend asking the administration about their process for coordinating specialized medical services, such as dental care, to ensure your loved one's specific health needs are consistently met.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
19 reviews on Google“Father Purcell Memorial Exceptional Children's Center is highly regarded by long-term families for its dedicated, loving staff and the quality of life provided to residents. While most feedback consists of high-level praise for the care provided over many years, one reviewer noted a specific concern regarding dental care coordination for residents.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Long-term, dedicated staff
- High quality of life for residents
- Strong, compassionate care environment
Concerns
- Coordination of dental care for residents
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 23 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
Questions for Your Tour
- 1We've heard wonderful things about the dedicated and compassionate staff here; how do you ensure that this level of personal care remains consistent for every resident?
- 2What specific steps are being taken to address recent staffing levels and ensure there is always enough support for the residents?
- 3How does the facility manage coordination with outside specialists, specifically when it comes to dental care and regular checkups?
- 4Can you tell us more about the daily activities and how you foster a high quality of life for the residents in the center?
- 5In the event of a medical emergency during the night or over the weekend, what is the protocol for getting immediate care for a resident?
- 6With the recent health inspection findings, what specific improvements or changes has the facility implemented to ensure a safer environment?
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Key Review Excerpts
“Our son, Rusty, lived at Father Purcell's for 14 years. We will always cherish the staff for their loving care to him. In all those years, we never had one complaint.”
“My son lives here and has been with this amazing facility for almost 10 years. There's no where else I'd want him to be! They have given him quality of life and he's succeeded because of their hard work and dedication.”
“VISITED MY GRANDSON WHO HAZ BEEN A RESIDENT SINCE 2014...VERY LOVELY FACILITY...ONLY 4 STARZ 2DAY CAUS IM A LITTLE CONCERND BOUT DENTAL CARE...WHICH I WILL CALL N ADDREZZ LATR”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026Both RN and total nursing hours are below national benchmarks. This can mean less clinical attention per resident, so ask about their staffing plan.
Quality Measures
Quality Measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 12 measures
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Residents who were physically restrained
Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents on antipsychotic medication
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
This facility has 22 deficiencies across three surveys, with recurring issues in fire safety systems, electrical equipment maintenance, and resident room capacity limits appearing in multiple inspections. The most concerning pattern is repeated violations regarding room occupancy that span from 2018 to 2022, suggesting persistent structural challenges. While all deficiencies show correction dates, the recurring nature of several safety-related issues may warrant discussion during facility visits.
Dec 22, 2022Routine15
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Establish an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Environmental Deficiencies
Ensure resident rooms hold no more than 4 residents; for new construction after November 28, 2016, rooms hold no more than 2 residents.
Dec 14, 2019Routine5
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Administration Deficiencies
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Smoke Deficiencies
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Environmental Deficiencies
Ensure resident rooms hold no more than 4 residents; for new construction after November 28, 2016, rooms hold no more than 2 residents.
Oct 18, 2018Routine2
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Environmental Deficiencies
Ensure resident rooms hold no more than 4 residents; for new construction after November 28, 2016, rooms hold no more than 2 residents.
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Father Purcell Memorial Exceptional Children's Ctr
nonprofit
Ownership & Management
Owners
Undisclosed
Ownership Data Not Available · Organization
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