Hillcrest Home Vliet, found at 5414 W Vliet St in Milwaukee, WI, serves older adults with many care levels, lifestyle options, and comfort features, and you know, the building isn't large, instead it takes in up to 8 residents which keeps it feeling a bit more like a house than a big facility, and this place has private or semi-private rooms, and the idea here is to make things home-like, comfortable and safe, which means you'll find a mix of independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing care, and home care all right under one roof, since they try to match services to what each person really needs, and for those who want a quieter setting but still want the company, they have these small group care homes and community-based residential homes that give a little more help for daily life, like getting dressed, bathing, taking medication, or just moving around, but still let folks keep a good bit of their independence.
As part of Creative Living Environments, which got its start in smaller neighborhood homes for older people, Hillcrest Home Vliet stands out for its secure, specialized memory care that helps people living with Alzheimer's and dementia and there's always 24-hour support, memory activities, and a caring environment aimed at keeping minds active while also staying safe and secure, and if you're needing wound care, regular rehabilitation, or even insulin help or 2-person transfers, there's skilled nursing care on hand too, and, well, the staff do what they can around the clock to help out depending on someone's changing health.
Hillcrest Home Vliet serves meals that can be changed for high blood pressure or diabetes and even has specialty menus for those who need it, and you'll find daily planned activities, music therapy, pet therapy, and board games to pass the time, so if you're keen on a good book there's a book room and if relaxing is more your speed, there's a jacuzzi, sauna, and a nice health room, and when the day calls for some fresh air, there are gardens, nearby parks, and plenty of outdoor spots to enjoy, since the neighborhood itself is buzzing with 8 parks, 27 pharmacies, 42 restaurants, some cafes, and four cafes all close by.
Transportation is arranged for both doctor visits and errands, so you won't worry about how to get to appointments or faith-based activities, and Hillcrest Home Vliet also has things like a barber or parlor, community night events, recreation rooms, and even mobile hairdressers that'll come to you, which can mean a lot for someone who prefers to stay in or has trouble getting around, plus, there are activities every week like movies, music, arts, and exercise geared toward keeping folks energetic and involved in their community, and they try to keep things flexible, so everyone gets a care plan that fits their needs, from simple companionship and non-medical care to the full services some need as time goes on.
Residents here can have pets, which you won't find every place, and the whole place is focused on personal dignity, comfort, and safety, and since the facility's certified for up to 8 residents by Wisconsin's Department of Social Services, things stay quiet and personal, not crowded, and it's all within reach of six hospitals, one transportation hub, and three worship spaces, making it easier to stay connected to health care, get out when needed, or keep up with spiritual routines. For payment, they take private pay, long-term care insurance, and Veterans Aid and Attendance, and the costs, well, the base starts around $2,937 or $3,000 per month depending on whether you're looking for residential care or assisted living, and those numbers can go up based on how much help is needed, what kind of room you pick, and maybe which amenities you use.
The staff work with residents on bathing, dressing, going in and out of the bath, toileting, hygiene, and medication management, plus if someone wants a bit more, there are health schedules, therapy sessions, outside relaxation, and even special meal planning. The aim's simple: help seniors keep their independence where possible, offer the support when it's needed, and maintain comfort and quality of life, all in a place that's designed to be safe, secure, and connected to a vibrant Milwaukee neighborhood.
