Willows Center
723 Summers St., Parkersburg, WV 26101
Awards and Affiliations
Willows Center is a skilled nursing facility offering post-hospital, short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term and respite care. We accept Medicare, Medicaid, and most private insurances. Our staff is dedicated to serving the medical and rehabilitation needs of individuals recovering from illness or injury. Willows Center is an AHCA Silver Quality Award Winner!
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Services
- ShortStay care
- LongTerm care
- Respite care
- Palliative care
- Rehabilitation therapy
- Physical therapy
- Occupational therapy
- Speech therapy
- Orthopedic Rehabilitation - including joint replacement, injuries and amputation
- Attending Physicians
- Registered Nurses
- IV Therapy
- Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN)
- Colostomy care
- Dementia care
- Pet therapy
- Podiatry care
- Wound care
- X-ray
- Hospice care
- Pain management
- Case management
- Dietary and nutrition needs management
- Discharge planning
- Individual treatment plans
- Medication management
- Coordinated transportation
- Cultural, educational, religious and social activities
- Recreation activities
- VA Contracted
Amenities
- Private and Semi-Private Rooms
- Spacious rooms
- Private bathroom
- Fully air conditioned
- Individual climate control
- Activity room
- Fitness room
- Private hospice room
- Beautiful Garden(s) / Courtyard(s)
- Conveniently Located
- Scenic views
- Suburban setting
- Beauty Salon / Barber Services
- Cable Television
- Café with always available menu options
- Comfortable common and lounge areas to gather with friends and family
- Dining Room
- In-room dining options
- Private dining rooms for family gatherings
- Restaurant-Style Dining
- Alarm system to aid in the security of residents with cognitive deficits
- Computer with internet access
- Housekeeping
- Laundry facility on-site
- Mail and Newspaper Service
- Pets Permitted
- Pharmaceutical delivery service
- Phone service
- Telephone
- Wireless Internet
- Fireplace in living room
- Smoke free environment
Christopher McBee, LNHA
AdministratorChris is originally from the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia. In 2009, he graduated from Mountain State University with a Master’s Degree in Strategic Leadership. He began his career with Genesis HealthCare in 2002 as a Food Service Director, and his background also includes being a Certified Chef. He became the Administrator for Sistersville Center in 2016, transferred to New Martinsville Center in 2017, then to Willows Center in 2019. Chris is very compassionate about his residents and employees. He also enjoys being active with local activities, and supporting community improvements and engagement efforts.
Dr. James Toothman
Medical DirectorDr. James Toothman has served as Medical Director at the Willows Center for almost 2 years. He is a graduate of WVSOM and completed his residency at WVU. Aside from his position as medical director, Dr. Toothman has also served as Chief of Emergency and Trauma Medicine at Pleasant Valley Hospital in Pt. Pleasant, W.VA. In light of the potential harm the pandemic poses for nursing home residents in particular, Dr. Toothman is vigilant in ensuring the safety and health of Genesis Healthcare’s patients. He stands behind the initiatives and processes Genesis has put in place and says, “Leave no Doubt!” Safety is our top priority! If you would like to speak with me please call the center at 304-428-5573.
Pamela Addis
Director of AdmissionsPamela has over 30 years of experience working in Healthcare. She started her career with Genesis HealthCare in 2003. Pamela is dedicated to providing guests and healthcare providers knowledgeable information to ensure a smooth transition to the Willows Center.
Rebekah DeBarr
Director of RehabilitationRebekah graduated from Marshall University with a bachelors in Psychology and went on to Shawnee State to Receive a Masters in Occupational Therapy. Rebekah has experience working in skilled nursing, acute care and school settings and has work for Genesis Rehabilitation Services for 11 years.
Jackie Criss, RRT
Respiratory TherapistJackie is a Mid-Ohio Valley native and a 2012 graduate from Washington State Community College. Jackie has worked in long term care as a Respiratory Therapist for the last 6 years and prior to that she worked in acute care. She has also been a paramedic for the last 20 years. Jackie became an RT after seeing respiratory therapists care for her dad and the difference they made in his life. In her free time she enjoys traveling, cooking, and gardening.
