All personal clothing is washed in an industrial washing machine at a temperature of 180-degrees. Make sure your loved ones clothing is appropriate for washing and drying in these hot temperatures. Avoid bringing clothing that requires cold or warm water, special care, or is subject to damage and fading. All clothing must be labeled. Please label the clothing with the resident’s name, NOT the room number or initials. Mark clearly and in large letters on the inside neckline or waistband. All items must be marked including socks, shoes, and other personal items. If you wish to take a family member’s laundry home, please let the nursing station know so staff can place a sign on the closet door notifying housekeeping staff members to leave the clothing for family pick-up.

FAQs Archive - Hardin Home Nursing Home

Q: Can I or my loved one receive mail?

Mail is delivered to patients personally on a daily basis except for weekends and holidays. Using the following mailing address format when sending correspondence to a resident: Hardin Home Nursing Home Attn: ___________________ Room No. __________ 1620 Wayne Road. Savannah, Tennessee 38372.

Q: Is smoking permitted in the facility?

Hardin Home Nursing Home is the only facility in the county that still give permission to the residents to smoke. We will assign an employee to make sure your loved ones are safe. Please ask the Administrator about designated outdoor smoking area.

Q: Can I go home/take my loved one home for a visit?

Patients may leave the Nursing Home on a pass with a physician’s authorization, which can be arranged through the nursing staff. Upon arrival and departure, the patient or patient representative must sign the Sign-In/Sign-Out book, located at the nurse's desk.