CLOSED - Bridge Haven Care Cottage sat at 3109 W 26th St in Lawrence, Kansas, and folks knew it for its small, home-like cottage setup that could serve up to eight residents, though its licensed capacity was sometimes listed as four, and it focused mainly on seniors needing assisted living and specialized memory care for Alzheimer's and dementia, aiming to help reduce confusion and prevent wandering, with both English and German speaking staff around to help. Residents had private rooms with wheelchair accessible showers and private baths, and the place welcomed both cats and dogs, which gave a little bit of comfort to people who didn't want to be without their pets. Meals came with several options, including vegetarian and kosher, and kitchen staff could adjust diets for folks with high blood pressure, diabetes, or certain other health needs, and there were always a couple of meals each day included.
Bridge Haven Care Cottage handled things like bathing, dressing, medication, incontinence care, diabetic care, and provided help to people who needed extra support moving around. They kept a close eye on safety for memory care residents, so the environment was set up to avoid wandering, and they had a secure area for everyone's benefit. Activities like music therapy, pet visits, board games, fitness schedules, on-site entertainment, and art were part of daily life, trying to keep folks as engaged as possible, and there was a book room, garden, and both indoor and outdoor places to just relax. Special touches included scheduled beauty services, a jacuzzi, a sauna, and a community area for evening events or games. Some staff provided transportation to medical appointments, errands, and religious events, though there was a fee for rides and parking.
Residents could smoke outside, and the cottage allowed for visiting hairdressers or stylists-there was a clear effort to help everyone feel comfortable and well cared for, even when health needs were complicated. Care teams could assist with laundry, housekeeping, showering help, aid with clothing, and daily grooming, and the staff made sure folks got general health support and medication management. The place also offered short-term respite and hospice care when a need arose, plus accommodations for those who couldn't walk on their own. Licensed by the Kansas Department of Social Services (B023010), Bridge Haven Care Cottage held an A+ BBB rating at the time. Living at Bridge Haven felt like being in a small community, with a steady focus on memory care and maintaining as much quality of life as possible, whether a resident was active or needed more day-to-day support.
