Country Terrace of Altoona is a senior living community that offers both assisted living and independent living options, set up for folks who are mostly independent but could use some help with chores, meal prep, personal hygiene, and housekeeping, and there are 25 total units in the building so it stays on the smaller side, which a lot of people like for the familiar feeling it brings. The place has been known for friendly, helpful staff and even won community awards for best meals and dining, which says something about the food, and meal services include nutritious ingredients with vegetarian choices as well. Pets like cats and dogs are welcome here, so residents can bring companions along. Those living here have access to things like a beauty salon, an enclosed courtyard to enjoy some time outside, and indoor and outdoor common areas, which help when someone wants to sit with a friend, read, or just get a change of scenery. If someone needs a break or some temporary care, the community offers respite care, and they provide care for people with Alzheimer's or dementia, as well as options for folks who need companion care, diabetic care, incontinence help, or help with high acuity needs, plus services for those who are non-ambulatory.
Safety gets a fair bit of attention, with features like home security, medication dispensers, and medical alert systems around, and there are tech amenities such as senior cell phones, hearing aids, and special internet plans for folks who want to stay connected. Residents can expect a choice when it comes to housing-senior apartments, condos, or townhomes for seniors, and all have wheelchair accessible showers and private baths, so that helps with daily use and privacy. There's an activity director who organizes trips, field trips, and onsite devotional services-a variety of activities to help keep people engaged and maintain functional independence, and rooms are set up to be comfortable for both those with high and low mobility. The place is considered an intermediate level of care, which means it's for those who don't need 24-hour skilled nursing but aren't safe living on their own, and it operates as a CCRC, which allows for different care types as folks need more or less help over time.
The facility is close to local hospitals like Oak Leaf Surgical Hospital, Sacred Heart Hospital, Luther Hospital, Mayo Health System, and St Joseph's Hospital; nearby pharmacies-Target, Walmart, Kmart, Walgreens, and Midelfort Pharmacy & Home Medical are easy to reach; and there are plenty of nearby churches, including Altoona United Methodist Church and Bethlehem Lutheran Church, so people have local options for medical needs, prescriptions, and faith communities. The payment is private/self-pay, and the facility accepts cash and checks, with floor plans and payment info available if someone asks for it. Parking is available for residents, and transportation can be arranged for a cost if someone needs to get out and about. Family members and residents can schedule tours to see all the living options and get a feel for the place, and the setting aims to be warm and dignified so folks can live comfortably while receiving help that fits their needs.
