FAQ's about Assisted Living
What is Assisted Living?
Assisted Living provides a comfortable environment with programs and services designed to maximize independence and quality of life, and may be ideal for individuals who wish to remain independent, but need some help with daily living. Seniors who choose Assisted Living enjoy an independent lifestyle with assistance customized to meet their needs, and benefits that enrich their lives, as well as promote well-being and family connectedness. Assisted living promotes independence and dignity for each resident and encourages the involvement of each resident, their family, and friends. At Holdrege Memorial Homes, resident service plans are created and reviewed on a regular basis with the involvement of the resident, family members, and key staff members to ensure the appropriateness of the direction, scope, and degree of the services being provided. Staff is available to meet both scheduled and unscheduled needs.
All Assisted Living services at Holdrege Memorial Homes are planned with the understanding that residents individual needs can change over time. In planning and providing services we always consider the unique interests, attributes, abilities, and overall health status of each resident. Residents are always encouraged to perform as many of their activities of daily living as they are able to. All services are provided in an environment that respects individuality, privacy, and choice. Activities involve education and entertainment, and opportunities to meet new friends by encouraging social interaction. Residents are routinely informed of dates, times, topics and locations of all activities and are encouraged to participate in activities of interest to them.
Who lives in assisted living retirement communities?
Currently, over a million people live in assisted living residences across the country. Residents are generally seniors who no longer wish to care for a private home and are looking for companionship, social activities and security.
How do I choose which Assisted Living facility is right for me or my loved one?
It is important to tour the facility and trust your senses regarding what will be best for you or your loved one(s). Be sure to meet the staff that will be providing services to you, and take time to dine at the facility, and meet other residents. Some questions you should be asking at this time include:
Holdrege Memorial Homes Assisted Living residents are encouraged to enjoy their highest level of independence. Residents enjoy the freedom of not being tied down to daily chores and home maintenance, combined with the security of having access to 24-hour staffing should they need assistance.
May I bring my own furnishings to my apartment?
Absolutely. This is your home and you should have all the comforts and furnishings to which you are accustomed. Residents of Holdrege Memorial Homes enjoy decorating their own apartments and entrances to add their own unique personality to their homes.
Is there secure outside space for use by the residents?
Holdrege Memorial Homes facility is designed with green space for outdoor activites. Residents can enjoy outdoor activities in a safe and secure environment.
Can I live in assisted living if I have a wheelchair, walker or just have difficulty in walking?
Yes. Most higher quality assisted living facilities seek to allow residents to remain in the independent assisted living setting as long as possible. Unless you have unusual problems, which should be discussed with the Assisted Living Director, we accept and encourage people who need assistance with ambulation to live with us at Holdrege Memorial Homes.
Does this mean that you can prevent my mother from falling?
Unfortunately not. It is important to be aware that no Assisted Living facility or Nursing Home can prevent resident falls, which are regrettably part of the normal aging process and therefore a natural risk of living. While we staff caregivers 24 hours a day, and provide as much care as possible to fall prevention, we cannot and do not provide one-on-one assistance or oversight 24 hours a day. Nor do we allow bed rails, which are considered to be a restraint. This means that there are times, whether in a resident's room, bathroom or even in the common areas, when a resident may experience a fall.
Assisted Living provides a comfortable environment with programs and services designed to maximize independence and quality of life, and may be ideal for individuals who wish to remain independent, but need some help with daily living. Seniors who choose Assisted Living enjoy an independent lifestyle with assistance customized to meet their needs, and benefits that enrich their lives, as well as promote well-being and family connectedness. Assisted living promotes independence and dignity for each resident and encourages the involvement of each resident, their family, and friends. At Holdrege Memorial Homes, resident service plans are created and reviewed on a regular basis with the involvement of the resident, family members, and key staff members to ensure the appropriateness of the direction, scope, and degree of the services being provided. Staff is available to meet both scheduled and unscheduled needs.
All Assisted Living services at Holdrege Memorial Homes are planned with the understanding that residents individual needs can change over time. In planning and providing services we always consider the unique interests, attributes, abilities, and overall health status of each resident. Residents are always encouraged to perform as many of their activities of daily living as they are able to. All services are provided in an environment that respects individuality, privacy, and choice. Activities involve education and entertainment, and opportunities to meet new friends by encouraging social interaction. Residents are routinely informed of dates, times, topics and locations of all activities and are encouraged to participate in activities of interest to them.
Who lives in assisted living retirement communities?
Currently, over a million people live in assisted living residences across the country. Residents are generally seniors who no longer wish to care for a private home and are looking for companionship, social activities and security.
How do I choose which Assisted Living facility is right for me or my loved one?
It is important to tour the facility and trust your senses regarding what will be best for you or your loved one(s). Be sure to meet the staff that will be providing services to you, and take time to dine at the facility, and meet other residents. Some questions you should be asking at this time include:
- Does the Assisted Living Community have a good reputation in the area?
- Does the Community building make you feel at home?
- Are all costs discussed openly? Are there any hidden costs?
- Are you allowed to speak with residents?
- Do the residents appear active, well-groomed and happy?
- Do you like the location? Is it convenient to hospital, physicians and family?
- Do you know how the medication process works in the community?
- Does the Community have an RN on staff?
- Is the Community actively involved with churches and other civic organizations in the area?
- Did you like the dining experience? Did you enjoy the food?
Holdrege Memorial Homes Assisted Living residents are encouraged to enjoy their highest level of independence. Residents enjoy the freedom of not being tied down to daily chores and home maintenance, combined with the security of having access to 24-hour staffing should they need assistance.
May I bring my own furnishings to my apartment?
Absolutely. This is your home and you should have all the comforts and furnishings to which you are accustomed. Residents of Holdrege Memorial Homes enjoy decorating their own apartments and entrances to add their own unique personality to their homes.
Is there secure outside space for use by the residents?
Holdrege Memorial Homes facility is designed with green space for outdoor activites. Residents can enjoy outdoor activities in a safe and secure environment.
Can I live in assisted living if I have a wheelchair, walker or just have difficulty in walking?
Yes. Most higher quality assisted living facilities seek to allow residents to remain in the independent assisted living setting as long as possible. Unless you have unusual problems, which should be discussed with the Assisted Living Director, we accept and encourage people who need assistance with ambulation to live with us at Holdrege Memorial Homes.
Does this mean that you can prevent my mother from falling?
Unfortunately not. It is important to be aware that no Assisted Living facility or Nursing Home can prevent resident falls, which are regrettably part of the normal aging process and therefore a natural risk of living. While we staff caregivers 24 hours a day, and provide as much care as possible to fall prevention, we cannot and do not provide one-on-one assistance or oversight 24 hours a day. Nor do we allow bed rails, which are considered to be a restraint. This means that there are times, whether in a resident's room, bathroom or even in the common areas, when a resident may experience a fall.
