Lakewood Care Center

Lakewood Care Center sits in a quiet wooded spot near Lake Norman, and offers care for seniors who need different types of help, like assisted living, memory care, and even specialized diabetic and hospice care, so residents who need light to heavy assistance get that support. People live in rooms that can be studios, semi-private, or two-bedroom, and each comes with features like wheelchair-accessible showers and full tubs, which makes things easier no matter what mobility or bathing needs someone has, and there are options for different budgets. There's a secure memory care area for people with Alzheimer's or other cognitive challenges and this space keeps residents safe if they tend to wander or have behavior issues. Trained caregivers stay awake and available around the clock to offer all sorts of help-bathing, eating, dressing, even complicated tasks like insulin injections or incontinence care-so people don't have to feel alone at any hour. You'll find all kinds of common rooms and gathering places both inside and outside, so even just stepping out to a garden or sitting quietly or chatting with friends comes easily here, and residents often join in activities or events meant to get people moving or help them make friends. Nutritious meals are cooked and served every day, and those meals are matched up with each person's health or dietary needs, which makes things easier for everyone as no one has to worry about cooking or whether those meals are healthy. Seniors can use complimentary transportation for doctor appointments, errands, or activities, and there's parking for those who drive. Some residents like that they can smoke, since Lakewood allows this in both indoor and outdoor public spaces, and there's an onsite beautician, devotional services, and a long list of things to do both onsite and off, so no one really needs to feel bored or left out. Family members sometimes mention how helpful and joyful the staff act, which adds a friendly feeling in the hallways and gathering rooms, and if someone needs respite care or moves in while on hospice, support is in place for that, too. Payment can come from private pay, social security, veteran's benefits, or private insurance, so there are a few ways to make it work. If someone wants to check on availability, reach the management team, find ways to volunteer, or contact staff like Tiffany Beam, Wendy Dawson, Madylin G Hunt, or Rebecca B Childers, Lakewood has a simple contact section and useful menu online.