Crystal Care Center of Franklin Furnace

Crystal Care Center of Franklin Furnace is a skilled nursing facility located at 4734 Gallia Pike in Franklin Furnace, Ohio, serving the residents of Scioto County and the broader southern Ohio region. Under the management of Hillstone Healthcare, this community is committed to delivering quality long-term and rehabilitative nursing care in a setting that reflects the close-knit, supportive character of rural Appalachian Ohio. Franklin Furnace is a quiet, tight-knit community situated just a few miles from Portsmouth, the Scioto County seat. Portsmouth's Southern Ohio Medical Center (SOMC), a highly regarded regional hospital, is a short drive away, giving residents and families confidence that specialist and emergency medical services are readily accessible. The proximity to Portsmouth also means access to pharmacies, medical offices, and essential retail along Chillicothe Street. The natural beauty of southern Ohio surrounds Crystal Care Center. Shawnee State Forest — often called the "Little Smokies of Ohio" — lies just to the west, offering families visiting from the region a landscape of forested hills and valleys. Shawnee State Park, with its lodge, marina, and trails along the Ohio River, provides a beautiful backdrop to life in this corner of the state. The Ohio River itself runs along the southern edge of the region, connecting the community to a rich Appalachian heritage. Hillstone Healthcare brings a focused, regional approach to skilled nursing management, prioritizing individualized care plans, consistent staffing, and strong communication with families. At Crystal Care Center of Franklin Furnace, residents benefit from a dedicated nursing team, rehabilitation services, and the kind of attentive, personal care that larger urban facilities can sometimes lack. For families in Scioto County, Lawrence County, or across the Portsmouth metro area seeking trusted skilled nursing care, Crystal Care Center of Franklin Furnace offers a familiar, community-grounded option.