Briarwood
Health Center
by Harborview
About
Briarwood Health Center by Harborview is conveniently located to the Emory Decatur Hospital (formerly DeKalb Medical), Grady Memorial Hospital and also proudly welcomes our Veterans from the Atlanta VA Medical Center in Decatur.
We offer a continuum of care on our campus, ranging from independent living at our Bentley Square assisted living facility to skilled nursing and rehabilitation at Briarwood Health Center.
Our center can uniquely provide total parenteral nutrition (TPN) services, support BIPAP (bilevel positive airway pressure), and CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) recipients. Our extensive clinical capabilities are stable trach, suctioning, Life Vest, Trilogy, IV Antibiotic therapy, IV fluids, Gastrostomy/ PEG feedings, wound care, and wound vacs; management of Pyrex drainage, and Jack Pratt drainage system.
In addition to 24-hour skilled nursing services, we offer medical staff 5 days per week. Our dedicated rehabilitation staff are in-house and employees of the center. Briarwood Health Center is a nursing agency free environment.
We offer a host of amenities including spacious resident rooms, free salon services at our Esteem Salon and a first class dining experience. We are also proud of our outdoor covered patio space and other scenic outdoor spaces.
Our Services
Briarwood Health Center uses individual care plans to help seniors with their long-term care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation needs. It has specialized care tracks, including cardiac and respiratory care. We also provide:
- On-site laboratory and radiology services
- Pain management
Briarwood provides a variety of personalized care services to help make your stay as comfortable as possible. Please call or email us (using the form below) to schedule a tour, and we will discuss what else we can do to meet your health care needs.
It is our goal to keep our residents, families and community informed regarding how we are doing during the COVID-19 pandemic and about the steps we are taking to keep our residents and staff safe from the spread of the virus.
Language Assistance Services are available to individuals with limited English proficiency, upon request.
Long-Term Care
Dining Services
Activities / Events / Social Engagement
Esteem Salon *
Lab and X-Ray Services
Medication Management
Individualized Care Plans
Nutrition and Hydration Management
24 Hour Skilled Nursing
Post-Operative Care
Medication Management
Nutrition and Hydration Management
Pain Management
Respiratory Care
Wound Care
Stroke Recovery
Cardiac Care
Urinary Incontinence Management
Medical Management
Cardiac Care
Diabetes Management
Digestive Disorder Management
Discharge Planning
Post-Discharge Health Services
Renal Disease Management
Respiratory Care
Specialized Meal Planning
Stroke Recovery
Rehabilitation & Therapy
Physical Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Speech Therapy
Post Fracture Care
Post Operative Rehabilitation
Joint Replacement Rehabilitation
Amputation Rehabilitation
Prosthetics and Orthotics
DEMENTIA / ALZHEIMER’S CARE
Dementia is not one specific disease, but is a term used to describe a variety of symptoms caused by disorders that affect the brain. These disorders are characterized by impaired memory and difficulty with language, motor activity, recognizing objects and “executive function,” which refers to the ability to plan and organize.
Alzheimer’s Disease is a progressive brain disease that slowly, over time, destroys memory and thinking skills. It is the most common cause of dementia among older people.
If a family member or friend has dementia, you know that caring for them can be mentally and physically challenging, and can also put strain on your family and friendships.
At Briarwood Health Center by Harborview, your loved one will receive around-the-clock care in a quiet, comfortable setting and be engaged in a variety of activities designed to provide a sense of self-worth and purpose. We also use music or memory programs to help patients enjoy each day to its fullest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can we get a tour of the facility?
YES! Please contact us and we will not only give you a tour, but answer any and all questions you may have.
Please feel free to call us: (770) 938-5740 or use the form right here to send us an email. We will get back to you promptly.
Do you provide personalized care specific for each person?
YES! Briarwoood Health Center provides a variety of personalized care services that are aimed to help make your stay as comfortable as possible. Call us and schedule a tour to discuss what else we can do to meet your health care needs.
How does the admission process work?
We will schedule a time to help you complete your admissions paperwork within the first 24 hours. You are welcome to bring any additional questions regarding your insurance benefits and your stay at this time or at any time while you are in the center.
We also offer an electronic admission paperwork option which allows e-signature via email if you have a busy schedule or are still at the hospital.
What should we bring to our admissions meeting?
- Active medical insurance card and Medicare / Medicaid cards
- Pharmacy (Part D) Prescription coverage card
- Driver’s license or photo ID card
- Social Security Card
- Advanced Directives Do Not Resucitate (DNR) paperwork
- Power of Attorney documents (medical, financial, durable)
- Guardianship paperwork
How do we establish a specific personal care plan?
Your physician communicates medication and treatment orders at the time of your hospital discharge. These orders will be implemented to help provide continuity of care.
Upon admission, the interdisciplinary team will work with you and your family to identify care needs, preferences, and goals for your stay. You are a valuable partner in the process.
Within the first few days of your stay, you and your family will be invited to participate in a care planning conference to discuss needs, discharge planning and progress toward goals.
Our Briarwood Health Center team is available to help — please feel free to call us: (770) 938-5740