I am writing this review in April of 2026…read more If I were looking for a facility for inpatient or outpatient rehab for myself or a relative, based on some of the reviews here, I would definitely not choose Friendship South. However, I am glad I did not read these reviews when I had to make such a decision for myself about two years ago. For one thing, all of the few reviews here were written more than five years ago. While I have no reason to doubt that the writers are giving their best honest accounts of their experiences with Friendship South, a lot can change over such a time span. (Note: Friendship has several facilities in the Roanoke Valley, which can lead to some confusion; see my note at the end of this review concerning a possible case of such confusion. As the map shows, this forum concerns specifically Friendship South health and rehab on Starkey Road.) I have been an inpatient at Friendship South twice (most recently during January and February of this year) and an outpatient for three stints -- each lasting several months -- over the past two years. I am currently undergoing outpatient therapy for recovery from a back operation. Over the past twenty years, several of my friends and relatives -- including my mother -- have had to spend time in rehab facilities in the Roanoke Valley, so I've seen the good, the not so good and the indifferent (I had to move my mother once). My one exposure to Friendship South was about four years ago when I visited a friend in his 90s who was an inpatient recovering from some procedure. He was in such good humor and spoke so positively about the facility and how he was being cared for that when --- a couple of years later --- I had to decide where I wanted to be sent to recover from a torn ligament in my hip, I didn't hesitate to choose Friendship South. Now, everyone's experience is unique, and mine is as an almost-eighty-year-old man in pretty good health. I have not needed long-term care for a chronic condition or for physical and/or mental decline. I also know that every medical facility is short-staffed, mainly because there is just a shortage of medical professionals at every level. I can say that, almost without exception, every contact or interaction I've had with Friendship South staff -- medical, financial, management, whatever -- has been positive. I've always been treated with courtesy and respect. Has everything I've asked for or every situation I think needs to be addressed been accomplished as quickly as I'd like? Of course not. But I know there are patients whose needs are greater and more urgent than mine. Some need almost around-the-clock attention. My experience with outpatient therapy has been overwhelmingly positive. Turnover is low. I'm still being helped by the same team of therapists who helped me two years ago. They like where they work. They are experienced and competent with a contagious positive attitude. I have come to consider them friends. And most important, what they do and have me do works! Concerning another review: not a criticism, but a clarification. Michelle P. says, "They cannot even light the fireplaces during Christmas for the permanent residents to enjoy." My understanding from conversations with staff at Friendship South is that it has no actual permanent residents; it is a skilled nursing facility where people go for temporary rehab and therapy. Friendship has several facilities in the Roanoke Valley; some are residential nursing homes. Perhaps your experience was with one of the other facilities. Yelp has the heading of this page as just "Friendship," which could contribute to some confusion. To assure myself that I was reviewing Friendship South specifically, I consulted the map on the page.

Looks can be deceiving, its a shameful place. Nurses are rude and roll eyes if you ask a question…read more The residents had thier lights on for 2 hours straight needing help. I felt sorry for anyone being in this terrible place. They cannot even light the fireplaces during Christmas for the permanent residents to enjoy. Money in the pockets of the CEO's is all I can think of. Stay clear of this place, because they let my dads foot get infected again because they did not follow doctors orders...we moved him to another rehab center. Looks can be deceiving.

Raleigh court is a great place to trust the care of your loved ones. All the staff is so kind and…read morewelcoming and they go above and beyond to meet all the needs and wants of their patients.

My wife was a patient in Raleigh Court Health and Rehab for 30-days before she passed away last…read morefall, and I can't overstate how good they were to her. The administrators, nurses, NAs, therapists, and others were well qualified and attentive, and they treated her like family. In summary, I highly recommend their facility.

I've been seeing a resident at LewisGale Physicians Family and Academic Medicine - Valley View…read more This is the worst health care i've ever received. A resident miscoded a visit Medicare should have covered but didn't. The resident's supervisor did not respond to my email in their system. The billing department said they'd help me on multiple occasions, eventually comprehending that it was miscoding, but they did not succeed. So I'm out hundred of dollars and haven't seen in a general practitioner in over a year.

After concluding a full visit complete with a follow-up appointment, I'm happy to report that I've…read morehad the most positive experience with Casey (PA-C) and other staff at this location, and I certainly hope this is just the beginning. ++ Casey was courteous, thorough, friendly, funny, knowledgeable, and patient. Mindy, medical assistant conducted the first part of my physical exam, then Casey took over the rest. She truly took her time and paid attention, and the visit couldn't have gone any better. Lab in the same building, and the staff was efficient and friendly. This was also the first time in a long time where a blood draw didn't cause massive bruising. Thank you! Appointment reminder phone call (and a message if you miss the call). Good-sized parking lot.

The care offered to patients at this facility was outstanding. When you visit the facility you are…read moregreeted with a warm welcome and a helpful spirit, There is a pleasant aroma throughout this clean facility as the needs of patients are attended to quickly and professionally. Patients (many wheelchair bound) move throughout the facility as well as outside freely and cheerfully often greeting visitors along the way. The OT and PT professionals are second to none as they provide ongoing care and attention to patients and advice to family members who may be caregivers once patients leave the facility. My young daughter who was apprehensive about being there among seniors as she recouped from major foot surgery formed friendships with some of the seniors and learned from their experiences and wisdom. What a rewarding experience for her!

great business facility take great care of people that are in need I'm extremely grateful for the…read morecare and support provided at this rehab facility. From day one, the staff was compassionate, professional, and genuinely invested in recovery. The therapists and nurses took the time to listen, explain the process, and encourage progress without judgment. The environment is clean, structured, and uplifting -- it truly feels like a place focused on healing and growth.

Dr. Suzan Merten displays all the attributes that should matter to patients: professionalism,…read morecompassion, medical knowledge, thoroughness, patience, and experience. I was most encouraged by her exuberant spirit and her caring demeanor as she provided clarity when explaining my medical condition and treatment options. Her office staff was friendly and inviting, and my waiting time was very brief. This is a specialist who I highly recommend.

I have been dealing with a vestibular disorder for 5 months. My ENT prescribed vestibular therapy…read moreand I have been seeing Dr Summer Hoyle since at CORA since Jan 24. She is a very talented and knowledgeable therapist. I am very thankful for her and the progress I have made with her expertise. I would 100% recommend Dr Hoyle as a therapist. She is always on time with a friendly smile and is always encouraging throughout my session.

I called Cora Physical Therapy for a referral for a inpatient recommendation and was puzzled to see…read moreonly one dated review on yelp. My experience with Cora could not have been better. Following a review and tests of back pain, I was given a set of leg and hip stretches that eliminated the pain. I did these stretches for a couple of weeks and was told to call for a follow up appointment if needed. It was not needed. This was a couple of years ago and still have not needed to go back.

I worked this Health agency in 2015. A wonderful group of people. I enjoyed working for Generation…read moreSolutions. I did a no show of no fault of my own. I wasn't able notify of why I didn't show to my case. Something happen at that time in life. And I never explained why. But I will write that Generation Solutions is one of the best healthcare agency in Roanoke. Good people and company. I got my certificate threw them as well.

April 2025 great staff and wonderful care my family doctor…read moreof 20 years retired and I have been with Roanoke Family Medicine for almost 2 years now very nice to deal with an independent owned group NO corporate crap like hospital owned groups the truly physician owned practice is almost extinct they days in our area of Virginia but this group is wonderful to deal with and I hope they are around for a long time Great care and wonderful staff

This office will abandon you in time of need. Was immediately pulled from all anxiety meds that…read morehave been prescribed for years,all because of a failed marijuana test. Then they look at talk to you like a junkie. This practice is embarrassing.