| Q. |
What is the difference between the three
units in Meadowbrook? |
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Assisted Living is for persons that need a little extra help
with activities of daily living such as bathing, meals, and
medication assistance, yet still enjoy their independence.
Special Care is a unit for persons with Alzheimer’s disease or
related dementias that benefit from a routine and structured environment or may
require a secure unit due to wandering. Persons with dementia may have
difficulty planning their day or knowing what to do next. The staff on the
Special Care Unit are able to meet their unique needs, by providing mentally
stimulating activities, a routine to reduce confusion and care with activities
of daily living tailored to meet each individual’s needs.
Skilled Care is for persons that need more assistance with
their activities of daily living whether they are recuperating after a recent
surgery or illness, or have a chronic condition and need more nursing care and
assistance.
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| Q. |
Does Meadowbrook accept Medicare payments? |
| A. |
Yes, Meadowbrook is Medicare certified and residents may be
eligible to use their Medicare Part A and B benefits.
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| Q. |
Does Meadowbrook accept Medicaid payments? |
| A. |
No, Meadowbrook is operated as a private facility and is not
certified to receive Medicaid payments. A resident financial disclosure
is required as part of the application
process
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| Q. |
Do I need a physician’s order to be admitted to Meadowbrook? |
| A. |
You do need a physician to provide orders for admission to
Meadowbrook and to continue to oversee your care while residing in
Meadowbrook. Our Social Services staff can provide additional information
regarding the requirements of physicians and a list of physicians that
routinely follow here.
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| Q. |
Is staff available 24 hours per day? |
| A. |
Yes, a Licensed Nurse is on duty at all times to supervise your
care. Certified Nurse Assistants will provide much of your daily care.
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| Q. |
How and when are meals served? |
| A. |
Meadowbrook offers Resident Choice Dining.
Meal times are open from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. for breakfast; noon to 1:15
p.m. for lunch; and 5 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. for dinner. Whether you choose to go
through the buffet or prefer to be waited on by staff, you will have a variety
of hot entrees, side dishes, salads and desserts from which to select. Your
family and friends are always welcome as guests for meals. There is a nominal
charge for the guest meals. You may also arrange to reserve a room and have
your special event catered.
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| Q |
What is included in the daily rate? |
| A. |
Room and board, basic nursing care, incontinence
supplies, and general toiletry items are included in the daily rate.
Items that are individual to you are not included in the daily rate. For
example, this may include medications, oxygen, supplies, etc.
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| Q. |
Do you offer therapy services on site? |
| A. |
Yes, RehabCare is our contracted provider of therapy services.
Therapists are available to provide physical, occupational and speech therapies
when ordered by your physician. Physical and occupational services are
available five days a week, Monday through Friday. Speech therapy is scheduled
as needed. Arrangements may be made for therapy services on the weekend if your
condition warrants this. When eligible, your insurance will be billed for the
therapies. Feel free to contact Therapy Services if you have questions about
the services provided.
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| Q. |
May I use my own pharmacy to get my medications? |
| A. |
We request that the medications of all health
center residents be obtained from our contracted pharmacy, but we realize that
some insurances require that you obtain your medications from a specific
pharmacy. If you have questions related to obtaining medications from another
source, please talk with the Director of Health Services or the Social
Services Director.
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| Q. |
Is cable television available? |
| A. |
Each room has basic antennae television service available at no
additional cost. Cable television service is also available through CLV for an
additional monthly charge.
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| Q. |
Is telephone service available in my
room? |
| A. |
Telephone service is available immediately upon admission. You
must provide your own telephone. If you elect to use this service, you will be
billed a nominal charge, which includes an allowance for long distance service.
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| Q. |
Is transportation to my medical appointments provided? |
| A. |
Meadowbrook Health Center does provide transportation to medical
appointments on a limited basis at no charge. We have a wheelchair accessible
van.
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| Q. |
Is laundry service provided? |
| A. |
Meadowbrook provides laundry service on the linens provided
(sheets, blankets, bedspreads & towels). You may request that Meadowbrook
Health Center staff do your personal laundry. The charges for this service will
be reflected on your monthly statement. If you or your family prefers to do
your laundry, there are laundry facilities located in the Assisted Living Unit.
The laundry facilities are free to use on a first-come, first-served basis.
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| Q. |
Do residents have an opportunity to discuss and give input on
relevant issues?
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| A. |
Yes, the Resident Council is a group of elected residents who
meet monthly to discuss issues surrounding their residency, such as food,
activities or other relevant issues. All residents are encouraged to attend and
participate.
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| Q. |
Who do I go to if I have further questions? |
| A. |
Please contact Social Services to
answer any further questions that you may have.
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