Baptists Homes Purchases Salt River Nusing Home
Jefferson City, MO January 3, 2025: The Baptist Homes & Healthcare Ministries is pleased to announce the inclusion of the former Salt River Care Center, Shelbina, Mo., as the eighth campus of the Baptist Homes & Healthcare Ministries family. The campus located in Shelbina, on Hwy 36 west of Hannibal, Mo., and east of Macon, Mo., has served the NEMO area for over 50 years. The Shelbina campus provides skilled nursing and memory care on a very nice campus on the north edge of Shelbina, visible from Hwy 36.
Salt River Care Center, Board President, Jerry Myers says of the transition, “In the Summer of 2022, it became apparent to the Board of Salt River Nursing Home that a change of operation was needed if SRCC was to remain open. BHHM was contacted not only because they were seeking to expand, but also because their guiding principles closely matched those of SRCC. During this transition, BHHM has been a strong supporter of SRCC through finances, consulting services, and prayers. The other SRCC Board members and I have met many times with representatives of BHHM and are convinced that BHHM will continue to provide the highest quality of care that SRCC has been known for during the past 51 years of its existence.
Alex Edris, Executive Director of the former Salt River Care Center, and now leader of Baptist Homes of Shelbina says, “This home will continue to serve the unique needs of our elderly population and enhance their quality of life. By fostering stronger connections between families, healthcare providers, and our community, we can create environments where older adults are treated with respect, empowered to live meaningfully, and given the opportunity to age with grace and comfort.
Dr. Rodney Harrison, CEO of BHHM commented, “The quality of care that Salt River Care Center and other not-for-profit nursing homes provide is well recognized by the industry. However, the ability to survive as a stand-alone nursing home in a rural setting is no longer feasible. By uniting with Baptist Homes & Healthcare Ministries, the campus joins a ministry that has served the needs of seniors in Missouri for 112 years.”
To learn more about the Baptist Homes of Shelbina please contact the campus at 573-588-4175 or [email protected].
