Delmar Gardens Of Chesterfield is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center that has served West St. Louis County since 1982. The facility is recognized for its commitment to both short-term and long-term care, offering services that include rehabilitation, respite care, and memory care. The center’s experienced staff includes a Medical Director available around the clock along with Registered Nurses (RN), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN), Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), Nurse Aides, and professionals specializing in physical, occupational, and speech therapies. These experts collaborate closely with physicians and families to tailor individualized care plans, ensuring each resident’s needs are met for a comfortable and progressive healing process, with the ultimate goal of returning residents to their homes safely and with renewed confidence.
One of the distinctive programs at Delmar Gardens Of Chesterfield is “Ready-Set-Go Home!”, which offers residents a complimentary three-day, two-night stay at the on-campus independent living community following the completion of their care plan. This evidence-based program is designed to foster independence by giving residents a supportive transition before returning home, with continued oversight by therapists who help boost confidence for living independently in a safe environment.
The facility features a Specialized Care Unit exclusively devoted to residents living with Alzheimer’s Disease and other forms of cognitive impairment. This unit provides continual supervision while allowing residents freedom of mobility without restraints, promoting both safety and dignity. The staff members in this unit are highly trained and experienced in addressing the unique challenges associated with memory impairment. Residents benefit from daily exercise and memory stimulation, activities which are integral to the unit’s approach and have been shown to support motor skills, reduce falls, slow mental decline, and improve overall behavior, communication, and memory.
Delmar Gardens Of Chesterfield is designed to be both inviting and enriching, with tastefully decorated “Serenity Suites” and beautifully appointed common areas. Residents enjoy access to an array of amenities and services, including on-site therapy, housekeeping, professionally coordinated activities, and special programs like pet therapy and the Stray Rescue Foster initiative. There is also a salon on site, enabling residents to maintain routines that support their well-being and sense of normalcy during their stay. The therapeutic and activity programming fosters continual engagement, including small group activities tailored to residents' interests and abilities, as well as exercise and entertainment to promote holistic health.
The environment at Delmar Gardens Of Chesterfield is bright and cheerful, with seasonally changing decorations, an inviting ice cream parlor, and areas designed for relaxation and socialization. The care team prides itself on creating a warm, home-like atmosphere where residents can thrive. The staff’s dedication extends beyond clinical care, encompassing attention to every aspect of a resident’s daily life, from nutrition and cleanliness to recreational opportunities and celebrations. The therapy team, including professionals like Lisa, Sarah, and others, is noted for its compassionate approach and expertise, ensuring that each resident’s experience is marked by progress, respect, and individualized attention.
The community emphasizes collaboration and communication with residents and their families, striving to ensure that transitions between levels of care—from independent living at Chesterfield Villas to skilled nursing and rehabilitation—are seamless and supportive. Whether residents are participating in campus-wide celebrations, enjoying time outdoors in the courtyard, or taking advantage of the in-house services, the focus at Delmar Gardens Of Chesterfield remains steadfastly on quality of life, holistic well-being, and compassionate, individualized care.