Questions about HarborChase of Jasper
What ongoing training does the staff receive in dementia care?
Series of tapes on Dementia when hired
Describe the overall population of assisted living residents at HarborChase of Jasper. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?
55 to 100
What programs or activities does HarborChase of Jasper offer to enrich residents' well-being?
Church, entertainment, cooking, crafts, Bingo, games, family nights, bus outings
What places are near HarborChase of Jasper or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?
Medical center with several Physicians. Hospital is close, Wal-mart and Winn-Dixie Several restaurants
What transportation services does HarborChase of Jasper offer to assisted living residents?
Physicians appointments to local physicians, eat out and scheduled shopping trips
What makes the chef or dining program at HarborChase of Jasper exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?
Regular menus are offered for Meat and vegetables there is also always available menu provided
How does HarborChase of Jasper keep residents' families informed about their loved ones?
Meetings with families to discuss any issues about the residents
What is the care staff-to-resident ratio at HarborChase of Jasper during daytime and nighttime hours?
AL has 2 caregivers for 35 residents and MC has 2 caregivers for 12 residents
If HarborChase of Jasper accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
Courtyard, have to be able to take care of them
What ongoing senior care training does the staff receive?
Monthly educational meetings and upon hire date complete series of tapes and tests.
Describe the overall population of independent living residents at HarborChase of Jasper. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?
55 to 100. Bible study, cooking exercise and favorite Bingo and Concerts held here
What places are nearby for independent living residents to enjoy?
Activities provided on site also Senior centers, walking in mall, shopping, bowling
What are some recent off-site events that the community activity director at HarborChase of Jasper has organized?
Shopping trips, eat out trips. Looking at Christmas lights
What transportation services does HarborChase of Jasper offer to independent living residents?
Transportation to local physicians, eat out trips, shopping trips
What makes the chef or dining program at HarborChase of Jasper exceptional? What kind of menu can independent living residents expect?
Same menus as Al
What common areas are available for independent living residents?
Full assess to all community. They have a private dining room and movie room
What safety features or security measures does HarborChase of Jasper offer to independent living residents?
Life alert pendants
If HarborChase of Jasper accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
Courtyards
Does HarborChase of Jasper work with an agency or registry to provide nursing and medical assistance as needed?
We work with all our medical communities
How many staffers are on duty in the daytime and overnight?
R.N. Monday-Friday and as needed other hours, L.P.N round the clock and 2 caregivers for 12 residents each shift
What safety features or security measures does HarborChase of Jasper provide to protect residents who wander?
Residents who wonder are in Memory Care they have enclosed courtyard and code pad exit so unable to wonder outside
What programs or activities does HarborChase of Jasper offer to keep residents engaged? How does the staff engage residents' long-term memories?
Large list of activities
Who assesses residents' health and cognitive functioning? How often is that assessment repeated?
R.N. asesses
What techniques does HarborChase of Jasper use to support memory care residents during mealtimes?
Staff is there and R.N to encourage eating and socialization
How does HarborChase of Jasper keep residents' families informed about their loved ones' health?
They speak with them each visit and if something is different speak with them by phone immediately
Describe the neighborhood around HarborChase of Jasper. Is it located in a residential neighborhood, a business district, a rural setting, or other type of locale?
Business
Is HarborChase of Jasper affiliated with a hospital if more care is needed?
We transport to residents family hospital of choice
