The Legacy at St. Joseph's sits in Kenosha, Wisconsin, and has a long history of caring for seniors, having been around for more than 104 years, and the building offers 50 beds in a setting that really feels homelike, with both private and shared apartments that range from studios to two-bedrooms, including kitchenettes, air conditioning, cable TV, and Wi-Fi, and units have ground-floor access, bathrooms with safety features, and some rooms look out onto the gardens, which are always well kept, and there's free resident parking for those who still drive. Residents can rely on a call system for emergencies at all hours, and the staff can help with just about any daily needs, from bathing and getting dressed to managing medications or moving from bed to chair, and there's always a nurse available-plus a Medical Director and wound-care nurse overseeing health, with staff on site to assist with personal care, including assistance for people who can't walk or need help with diabetes, as well as specialized services like memory care for Alzheimer's, complete with secure programming to help residents avoid confusion or getting lost, so families can feel at ease with the care here.
The community includes both skilled nursing and enhanced assisted living, and there are independent living options for people who want some freedom, plus short-term or respite stays if someone only needs help for a little while; and awards for care, support, and staff friendliness show that people appreciate the efforts made here by a big team of nurses, directors, and a Carmelite Superior focused on life enrichment-many of whom have worked at St. Joseph's for decades, so they know how to make residents comfortable, whether someone needs medication support or just help getting in and out of bed. For daily living, housekeeping and laundry are handled by Sue Rangel's department, so residents don't need to worry about chores, and the food comes from New Horizon Foods with three home-style meals each day-offering restaurant-style service, snacks, special diets like vegetarian or pureed meals if needed, with a registered dietitian on hand, and people can eat in the dining room that looks out over the woods or order room service if they're feeling under the weather.
For activities, there's a big chapel where Catholic Mass happens daily and services for other faiths, and the Sunshine Room hosts get-togethers with music, movies, games, and arts programs, plus there's a library, a computer area, and lounges on every floor with big TVs; people who like exercise can use the fitness room, walk on paths in the landscaped grounds, or join scheduled events from gardening to daily socials, with programs designed to keep life interesting-kids have a play area to use when they visit, and there are rooms for arts, crafts, music, and games, as well as a therapy gym and a spa/wellness room for relaxation. Transportation is available to help residents get to outings or appointments, and parking's free for residents and guests. Safety features like sprinklers, emergency alerts, and full handicap accessibility help everyone move about safely, and the grounds have both open outdoor spaces and indoor lounges for quiet time or visiting with friends and family.
The Legacy at St. Joseph's runs as a non-profit and gives attention to the spiritual, social, and health needs of each person, with an active Life Enrichment Program and resident-led events, and with plenty of amenities like a beauty and barber salon, concierge service, and guest parking, the community tries to make daily life a little easier while offering skilled nursing oversight for those who want extra peace of mind.
