Annices Open Arms is dedicated to providing exceptional care for its residents, founded on the principles of dignity, respect, and compassion. The community is known for its warm and inviting atmosphere, where each individual is regarded as unique, and services are tailored to meet their distinct needs and preferences. At Annices Open Arms, the core philosophy is to nurture not just physical health but also the emotional well-being of every resident, fostering a vibrant environment that encourages meaningful connections and a true sense of belonging.
A hallmark of Annices Open Arms is its comprehensive approach to care. Residents benefit from personalized service plans (ISPs) that align closely with their daily activity preferences and individual goals, including assistance with bathing, meal preparation, cleaning, and laundry. Recognizing the importance of technology in today's world, the care home provides support for residents who need help with their devices and internet connectivity, ensuring they can stay connected with family and friends outside the facility. Through these efforts, Annices Open Arms empowers residents to maintain their independence while providing the right level of assistance to support a fulfilling lifestyle.
The team at Annices Open Arms works with dedication and expertise, offering round-the-clock staffing to ensure medication administration and all care needs are addressed promptly. The care home places a strong emphasis on continuous education for its caregivers, with professional trainers conducting numerous sessions each year that cover critical skills such as medication administration, fire safety, choking hazard training, first aid, managing challenging behaviors, and dementia care. These comprehensive trainings are grounded in the latest advances in healthcare and best practices, reinforcing the facility’s commitment to patient safety and comfort.
Mental health is also a priority at Annices Open Arms, with staff trained to recognize and effectively respond to psychological needs as part of their holistic approach to care. The importance of ethics in caregiving is woven throughout the team’s training, reinforcing a culture of moral responsibility and compassionate service. Beyond physical assistance, the staff strives to foster deep human connection, recognizing that genuine care is about more than simply meeting needs—it’s about touching lives.
Residents of Annices Open Arms enjoy a vibrant social calendar, including a variety of activities such as games, arts and crafts, and weekly outings that help build community connections both within and outside the home. Transportation is thoughtfully coordinated, ensuring that appointments and social engagements are seamlessly managed by dedicated Health Appointment Coordinators. Through these efforts, Annices Open Arms honors its mission to support each resident’s holistic well-being—physical, emotional, and social—creating not just a care facility, but a true community where every individual can thrive.