Questions about Clarendale of Mokena
What ongoing training does the staff receive in dementia care?
Staff receives additional training above and beyond state regulation guidelines to include Heartfelt Connections and Virtual Dementia Tours. This helps in both the emotional empathy and the practical side of care in dealing with agitation and engaging the resident who is capable of few or many things.
Describe the overall population of assisted living residents at Clarendale of Mokena. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?
Residents at Clarendale average in age from 65+, with most in their mid-80's. Favorite things include outings, live entertainment, enjoying the pub, cooking demos and more.
What programs or activities does Clarendale of Mokena offer to enrich residents' well-being?
Clarendale focuses on 8 dimensions of wellness for their residents to support and maintain healthy living. This includes the fun, kick back lifestyle and supports the active lifestyle as well. Monthly townhall meetings and food forums encourage the engagement of residents to have a say in their home and shared spaces.
What places are near Clarendale of Mokena or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?
Clarendale of Mokena is just South of Rt.30, Old Plank Trail, and Meijer. Residents enjoy scenic walking paths with benches and a pond, and are certainly in walking distance to Meijer and the shopping promenade!
What transportation services does Clarendale of Mokena offer to assisted living residents?
Clarendale of Mokena services the residents with a handicap accessible bus for group outings and personal appointments.
What makes the chef or dining program at Clarendale of Mokena exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?
Residents can expect exquisite restaurant-style dining with full menu choices that rotate monthly, as well as the "always available" staple items such as eggs or a hamburger or chicken salad sandwich. Flexible dining is a huge plus and it allows the residents freedom of choice in the planning of their day.
What safety features or security measures does Clarendale of Mokena offer to assisted living residents?
Concierge is staffed 8am-8pm daily, and the residents and families have activated FOB's to get into the community outside those hours. Guests are required to sign in and out, so we know who is coming and going.
How does Clarendale of Mokena keep residents' families informed about their loved ones?
Each family has their own expectations of wanting consistent updates, just as each resident may have a varying amount of independence or care to still handle things on their own. These conversations are covered before the resident moves in, and typically the POA receives the most interaction initiated by our staff, with ongoing updates especially as we continue to monitor changes in health and capabilities monthly and quarterly.
What is the care staff-to-resident ratio at Clarendale of Mokena during daytime and nighttime hours?
Ratios are dependent on the resident population and needs since our care plans are developed around physician orders and resident's desires. Clarendale of Mokena staffs beyond state-required minimums and includes a nurse on-site 24/7 for additional measures and decision-making.
If Clarendale of Mokena accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
Most of the pets enjoy the privacy of their own home, yet especially for dogs that like to walk, our scenic location with walking paths, park benches and a pond make our location ideal for those that still enjoy the outdoors with their pets. In 2018, Clarendale of Mokena also added on a "dog park" on the west side of the property as an enclosed outdoor area with benches and trashcans so they can run freely!
What ongoing senior care training does the staff receive?
Regular department-specific and monthly training (all-staff) meetings are held to keep policies, procedures and training fresh.
Describe the overall population of independent living residents at Clarendale of Mokena. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?
Residents at Clarendale average in age from 65+, with most in their mid-80's. Favorite things include outings, live entertainment, enjoying the pub, cooking demos and more.
What places are nearby for independent living residents to enjoy?
Clarendale of Mokena is just South of Rt.30, Old Plank Trail, and Meijer. Residents enjoy scenic walking paths with benches and a pond, and are certainly in walking distance to Meijer and the shopping promenade! Regular shuttle outings assist residents with door-to-door service so they can enjoy the convenience of local restaurants and stores like Marianos and more.
What are some recent off-site events that the community activity director at Clarendale of Mokena has organized?
Because our residents have a voice (monthly town hall meetings) in the community's planning, activities change monthly and seasonally and have included Orchard outings, Cooper's Hawk, haunted houses and more!
What transportation services does Clarendale of Mokena offer to independent living residents?
Clarendale of Mokena services the residents with a handicap accessible bus for group outings and personal appointments.
What makes the chef or dining program at Clarendale of Mokena exceptional? What kind of menu can independent living residents expect?
Residents can expect exquisite restaurant-style dining with full menu choices that rotate monthly, as well as the "always available" staple items such as eggs or a hamburger or chicken salad sandwich. Flexible dining is a huge plus and it allows the residents freedom of choice in the planning of their day.
What common areas are available for independent living residents?
Residents at Clarendale of Mokena can enjoy the common areas and planned events of the community, and also enjoy the included amenities of the fitness center, pub, on-site therapy, club room/library and bistro.
What safety features or security measures does Clarendale of Mokena offer to independent living residents?
Concierge is staffed 8am-8pm daily, and the residents and families have activated FOB's to get into the community outside those hours. Guests are required to sign in and out, so we know who is coming and going.
If Clarendale of Mokena accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
Most of the pets enjoy the privacy of their own home, yet especially for dogs that like to walk, our scenic location with walking paths, park benches and a pond make our location ideal for those that still enjoy the outdoors with their pets. In 2018, Clarendale of Mokena also added on a "dog park" on the west side of the property as an enclosed outdoor area with benches and trashcans so they can run freely!
Does Clarendale of Mokena work with an agency or registry to provide nursing and medical assistance as needed?
Clarendale of Mokena has partnered with Harvest In-Home Care for assistance with companionship and activities of daily living, which is helpful for residents particularly recovering from a hospital stay or rehab.... or those in need of intermittent and hourly services. Independent Residents have access to lab work and x-rays to be completed and can have freedom of choice with Home Health or visiting physicians who make rounds.
How many staffers are on duty in the daytime and overnight?
Ratios are dependent on the resident population and needs since our care plans are developed around physician orders and resident's needs. Clarendale of Mokena staffs beyond state-required minimums and includes a nurse on-site 24/7 for additional measures and decision-making.
