Alder Leaf at Hastings Farms offers a small, quiet setting for seniors, with only 5 beds in the community, so folks get to know their neighbors and the staff fairly well, which helps if someone likes a more personal feel. The place has a range of studio layouts, all private, and lets residents bring and decorate their rooms with their own things to help it feel like home. Light therapy programs, Montessori activities, reminiscence programs, and sensory-based activities are part of the daily schedule, and people can join in both on-site and off-site activities, along with social and educational events that keep folks busy and engaged-a lot of regular activity to help with the mind and the body.
Assisted living staff are available all day and night to help with daily needs, like bathing, dressing, meals, and medication management, and there's support for more complex things too, including diabetic and incontinence care, high acuity care, and short-term respite stays. Memory care is a big focus, and Alder Leaf uses the Wander Guard system or something similar to keep memory care residents safe in a secure part of the house, which can help families feel more comfortable. Care here is always personalized, with tailored plans for people living with Alzheimer's and other dementia conditions, plus extra activities that help with cognitive stimulation.
Meals are included, with dining prepared for comfort and nutrition, and folks can take their meals in the common area or their own rooms. Staff are trained and friendly, helping with whatever's needed, and people can get to know them over time since it's a smaller group. Folks at Alder Leaf also get access to home care if they want services in their own rooms, which is useful for those who need a bit of extra support now and then.
The building features an enclosed courtyard so residents can get fresh air or a bit of sunshine, without worrying about safety. The entire community is a residential care home, so it feels more like a house than a big facility, with peace and quiet and a chance for friendships to form. There's a wellness focus, shown in some of their resources on healthcare management and social media for families, and the team tries to help people keep their independence as much as possible. The community rating comes in at 8.7 out of 10, which shows that people living here and their families are mostly satisfied with how things work day to day.
