A Safe Place, LLC. is an Adult Family Home in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, over at 6229 W Armitage Ave, and it's got four licensed beds, so you kind of get that small, home-like feeling here, more of a micro community where folks can feel like they're part of a family instead of a crowd, which makes it easier for staff to give lots of attention, and you'll see that because the staff's around 24/7 helping out with whatever's needed, whether it's getting dressed, keeping up with daily routines, or making sure medicines are taken the right way. The place is licensed for assisted living and does memory care, too, and there's a registered nurse who checks in on everyone each month, keeps up with medications, monitors health changes, and can give insulin shots if that's needed, and you'll also see caregivers help out with transfers, continence care, and time-sensitive needs, so nobody really feels left alone or unsafe at any hour. Residents live in either private or semi-private rooms - there are three bedrooms and one full bath - and the place's set up with safety features and emergency pull cords, which might give families a little more peace of mind, and if somebody needs a special diet, that's taken care of here, too, with regular meals for everyone.
The staff organizes activities, birthdays, and small gatherings, tries to keep folks active and connected, and it's got tools set up so residents can keep in touch with relatives pretty easily, although the environment is pretty low key, which could be nice if someone prefers peace or tends to get overwhelmed easily. People can even bring a small pet with them to their rooms, which is rare in these places, and respite and hospice care are available if someone only needs to stay for a little while or needs extra support. There's an on-site beautician for hair and simple beauty treatments, and the home's close to grocery stores, pharmacies, restaurants, and all those basics you might need, so it's pretty convenient if someone likes to get out or have visitors.
A Safe Place, LLC. doesn't take Medicare unless it's been certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, but it's always open about what it provides and encourages families to come in for a tour before deciding. The idea seems to be giving seniors a safe and cozy place to live where they can keep their independence but know help's always there, and the small setting with a high staff ratio helps everyone get to know each other and forms a real community feel, which is sometimes hard to find in bigger care homes.
