Homestead Assisted Living & Memory Care of Topeka has a close-knit feel, with people getting to know each other and staff who seem helpful and friendly, and the community's been at this for over 30 years, so they've got experience looking after seniors who need a little extra care or those who live with memory issues like Alzheimer's or dementia; the place is part of the Midwest Health network, with a community rating of 8.9 out of 10, making it the third highest in Topeka, and folks can choose from studio, one-bedroom, or suite apartments, each with a private bathroom, kitchenette, wheelchair accessibility, and space for mementos and furniture from home, so everyone can settle in comfortably.
The care team really tries to tailor their support, planning for each resident's needs, background, and daily habits, with help for things like medicine, bathing, dressing, transfers, and making sure folks get their meals-three home-cooked ones a day, plus snacks, and they pay attention to special diets if someone has restrictions, and for people with diabetes, incontinence, or high needs, there's extra care in place to manage those health aspects safely.
Memory care at Homestead's specially designed for people with Alzheimer's or dementia, with secure spaces, structured routines, and programs that work to reduce stress and keep minds active, like brain games and activities set up to help with mild cognitive impairment, and the staff stays nearby day and night, with a 24-hour call system and supervision to keep everyone safe and able to get quick help in an emergency.
The building itself feels open and easy to get around, with common areas, an activity room for physical fitness and games, a library, interior courtyard, outdoor gazebo, gardens, and shared living rooms where residents gather for socializing and entertainment, and the staff arranges things like guest speakers, devotional activities, and daily schedules with options for both resident-run and community activities, so there are plenty of ways for folks to stay busy, make friends, and stay connected.
Folks can bring small pets-cats and dogs are allowed-and pet care is available too, which adds to the homey feel, and the place offers housekeeping, linen services, scheduled rides for doctor's appointments and outings, plus internet and Wi-Fi throughout, so people can stay in touch with family or enjoy a bit of TV or reading online.
Homestead's an award winner too, with recognition like the Best of Senior Living and Best of Senior Living All Star awards, and with all these amenities-meals, housekeeping, health services, creative programming, and caring staff-the community works hard to keep everyone as independent as possible while still lending a hand when it's needed, so residents keep their dignity, choices, and a sense of connection to others.
