Monroe City Manor Care Center is a 60-bed skilled nursing facility that has served the Monroe City area since 1977. With over 25 years of experience providing compassionate care, Monroe City Manor focuses on creating a homelike atmosphere for its residents. The facility provides a variety of care options, including both Medicare and Medicaid certified beds, alongside a specialized Special Care Unit containing 12 beds. This locked unit is specifically designed to support residents with Alzheimer’s disease and others who require more focused attention, offering a quieter environment and enhanced one-on-one interaction from staff members.
The facility employs a dedicated nursing team that includes a Licensed Professional Nurse on duty at all times, supported by qualified nurse aides, with a Registered Nurse on site for at least eight hours each day and available on call around the clock. Monroe City Manor Care Center features an active therapy department to assist residents with restoring and maintaining their physical abilities. Physical, occupational, and speech therapy services are provided, and these can be accessed on both an inpatient and outpatient basis. Restorative Aides work alongside therapists to help ensure continuity and quality of care throughout each resident’s recovery. Within the facility, skilled social services play a key role in admission and discharge planning, as well as offering guidance to families on financial matters and maintaining ongoing support for residents and their loved ones.
Dining at Monroe City Manor is designed to be as enjoyable as possible, featuring a spacious, bright dining room where residents enjoy home-cooked, restaurant-style meals. The menu is selective, offering choices at each meal and accommodating personalized requests through the monthly "Resident Choice Meal," selected directly by residents at the Resident Council. The dietary department places an emphasis on both nutrition and attractive presentation, ensuring that each meal meets residents’ needs and preferences.
The activity program at Monroe City Manor Care Center is coordinated by a dedicated Activities Director and staff, who provide engaging opportunities seven days a week. Individualized activity plans are developed for each resident upon admission based on their interests, and a diverse array of options are available, including bingo, crafts, cooking, shopping trips, pet therapy, spiritual and religious events, room visits, birthday parties, as well as seasonal and music programs. Community outings are supported by a recently acquired van, which allows for trips to local play productions, area attractions, shopping destinations, and special meal events. The facility hosts both regular social and recreational activities and special seasonal celebrations to ensure that residents remain connected, both within Monroe City Manor and with the broader community.
Additional amenities include daily laundry service, weekly hair care in the on-site beauty shop, complimentary cable TV, internet access, and flexible visiting hours. Residents benefit from assisted transportation for appointments and outings as well as whirlpool therapy and other restorative services tailored to promote their overall well-being. Monroe City Manor maintains a smoke-free environment for the safety and comfort of residents and guests.
Supporting the vibrant community at Monroe City Manor, the Auxiliary, established in 1991, remains active in enriching the lives of all residents. This group of local women, along with other community volunteers, regularly participate by organizing fundraisers, leading crafts and bingo events, and providing socialization and companionship to residents. Improvements over the years have enhanced the environment, including a full facility remodel with new flooring and fixtures, an expanded dining area, and upgraded parking facilities. Monroe City Manor Care Center stands out for its commitment to individualized care, its friendly community, and its focus on restoring and maintaining the health, comfort, and happiness of every resident.