Gracious Age

Gracious Age is a senior living community that offers assisted living, memory care, adult day care, and home health care all in one place, and they've got a strong focus on helping residents stay active and independent as much as possible, so folks can join in on a mix of social, educational, and entertainment activities, and folks with memory problems get activities made just for them, which is something that stands out because there's a whole separate memory care building with careful security for those who wander. Residents get three meals a day, planned to meet nutritional needs, and meals happen restaurant-style or family-style, and besides the regular food, Gracious Age also gives people private units with furnished kitchenettes, so folks can fix themselves a snack if they want. The staff are registered nurses and aides, and they're there 24 hours a day, awake and ready, with extra nurses on staff, so whether someone needs help with bathing, dressing, medications, or getting around with a lift, they won't need to wait long-these people are also known for working in the old 1930's style of service, which just means they're detailed and careful, but also kind and patient. The community's got wheelchair accessible showers and buildings, plus visiting therapists and nurses that come for folks' healthcare, and hospice care is available if someone's at the end of life. What's good is they let people have cats or dogs, so it feels more like home, and Gracious Age supports people who want to age in place, so as your needs change, you can still stay there, and they offer help for memory issues, behavior problems, and risks for wandering, using things like alarm bracelets. There are indoor and outdoor common areas, walking paths, gardens, and a courtyard where people can relax or walk, and inside, there's a fitness room, library, movie nights, music programs, a spa, a game room, and social spaces like lounges, plus a wellness room for health checks or group activities. For folks who want to go out, they provide complimentary transportation for medical appointments and group outings, but if you need to go elsewhere, transportation's available at cost, and there's resident parking for those with cars or who have family visiting. Housekeeping, laundry, internet, cable, and medication management are all taken care of, so residents aren't left worrying about chores or missing medicines. The spiritual side's considered too, with devotional services being held both on site and off, whichever folks prefer. Respite care is available for short-term stays, so if a family member needs a break or someone wants to see if community living is right for them, they can try it out before deciding. Medicaid Waivers, American Eldercare, and Evercare are accepted, and there are different levels of care-from light to heavy-so people can get just enough help without feeling rushed or pushed. The place has a homey feel according to many folks, with staff known for being friendly and helpful, and there's real effort made to let residents enjoy time with friends, family, and pets in a safe, welcoming environment.