Senior Haven Assisted Living LLC sits in San Antonio, TX, as a small board and care home with only 8 licensed beds, which means people get close attention and you can feel a home-like environment right away, with private and semi-private rooms that have furniture and space for personal belongings if someone wants to bring those, and the rooms stay affordable since prices run lower than most local and state places, especially for a private or semi-private one-bedroom, usually costing about $3,500, so families find it a bit easier on their budgets. There's a definite focus on memory care for folks with Alzheimer's or dementia, with a monitored and secure area, those wander alert bracelets, and several calming group activities like art, BINGO, gardening, music and pet therapy, even movie nights and book clubs, plus devotional services happening both at the home and off-site if somebody wants them, Christian services too, and they really try to shape the activity schedule so residents with memory loss stay busy and feel included, encouraging them to keep up with hobbies and join in on classes and outings.
The staff, many of whom speak both English and Spanish, work around the clock-day, night, and always-with a nurse on staff, and an on-call registered nurse and doctor, plus they bring in nurses, podiatrists, physical, occupational, and speech therapists or even a dentist if someone's needs change, and they'll help with just about everything like medication management, insulin and other injections, diabetic care, catheter and incontinence care, and support for people who are in bed a lot or can't move around much, including help with transfers, mechanical lifts, and reminders for restroom use. The property's set up for folks with high acuity needs, those who use wheelchairs, or who struggle with mobility since they've got wheelchair accessible bathrooms and showers with grab bars, ramps and open spaces, and there's a secure courtyard and yard to enjoy fresh air without worry, plus both indoor and outdoor spots for visiting or relaxing, a greet room with a wood burning fireplace where people like to gather, and a dining area right next to it.
Pets like cats and dogs can stay with their owners in the pet-friendly apartments, which gives comfort and makes it easier for residents to feel at home, and the administration-led by Mary-stays involved so concerns don't get ignored and things run smoothly, with special care programs for those with stroke, Parkinson's, vision problems, swallowing trouble, arthritis, and conditions that need oxygen or feeding tubes. Hospice, respite, and short stays are welcome too, so families needing a break, or those not ready for a full move, have somewhere safe and supportive. The home doesn't take Medicare since there's no certification by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, but does operate with full state and local licensing as an assisted living facility, which means they're checked on for safety and standards. Residents can access public transportation, see friends, and keep up visits to local doctors, hospitals, restaurants, and shops nearby, making it easier to keep some independence while still having personal help and peace of mind for both them and their loved ones. Meals come with vegetarian options, there's an on-site beautician for grooming, and staff make sure everyone stays clean, dressed, and as cheerful as possible so no one's left feeling lonely or forgotten, always aiming for a place that feels dignified, peaceful, and peaceful, even as people's needs change over time.
