Grand Island Country House sits at 833 Alpha Street in Grand Island, NE, and serves people living with Alzheimer's or related dementias through memory care services that really focus on daily comfort and routine, and families will find the staff dedicated and caring, always trying to make each day joyful with simple pleasures like strolling through the courtyard's gardens or gathering around the cozy fireplace, while residents choose between companion, private, or deluxe private rooms, some with individual climate controls, cable or satellite TV, and Wi-Fi, though none have kitchens but do have telephone hookups and unfurnished options. The setting feels home-like, with warm wood accents and a spacious gathering room, and there's plenty of cozy spaces like TV lounges, living rooms, and gracious dining rooms plus community rooms and a family dining room, so folks find lots of places to connect or relax quietly. When the weather's nice, there's an enclosed secure courtyard with a patio, a pond with ducks and a waterfall, a gazebo for shade, bright red chairs for sitting, a putting green, walking paths, and pretty gardens full of flowers, all designed to encourage safe and peaceful outdoor time, with circular pathways that let people wander with less worry. The kitchen staff includes a chef who prepares meals in an open kitchen, offering options for diabetes, low fat, or low salt, and sometimes residents help with easy food preparation, and there's a coffee station for a warm visit.
Memory care at Grand Island Country House centers on safety, routine, and respect, so residents with Alzheimer's or dementia get help with daily activities like bathing, grooming, meals, and medication reminders, and the staff has special training in managing memory issues, behavior challenges, and using medical equipment, plus there's regular health checks, wound care, and medication management. Therapies offered include occupational, physical, and speech support, wellness and fitness programs from chair exercise to meditation, and weekly health education, while the staff supports outings, celebrations, and a big range of activities-anything from music and dance to art, crafts, gardening, golf, and literary programs, plus events with children, spiritual gatherings, and even pet therapy. There's facilities for performance and learning, entertainment rooms, and a salon with comfortable chairs, hair dryers, and sinks for residents who enjoy a fresh cut or style. Practical needs are met with laundry, linen, housekeeping, mail delivery, pest control, and maintenance, along with 24/7 concierge services for support and security, controlled entry, and safety and wellness checks-access for guests and overnight stays included.
Special features include escorted transportation and general shopping trips out in the town, a conference room for meetings, copying and fax services, guest parking, resident volunteer programs, and help navigating long-term care insurance, VA aid, or private pay. The apartments and common areas are wheelchair accessible, and there's on-site support groups and resources for families and staff focused on memory care that's been recognized nationally, as part of the Agemark family, for its compassionate approach since the 1990s, with many of its communities named to the Best Memory Care List. Residents who like routine and comfort find spaces with quiet wings, peaceful bedrooms, and outdoor or indoor paths for gentle walks, while group activities offer opportunities for laughter, connections, and staying active with others. Everything at Grand Island Country House centers on the philosophy of treating residents like family, meeting both care and social needs in a secure, familiar environment.
