
Towne Centre
Offers Assisted Living and Memory Care
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Assisted Living Reviews for Towne Centre
November 26, 2021
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July 11, 2021
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December 17, 2020
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February 11, 2020
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August 27, 2019
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April 30, 2019
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October 08, 2018
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June 26, 2018
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January 27, 2018
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December 26, 2017
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August 25, 2017
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May 31, 2017
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November 24, 2016
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October 27, 2015
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October 05, 2015
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September 29, 2015
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September 01, 2014
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March 27, 2014
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October 09, 2013
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Memory Care Reviews for Towne Centre
September 11, 2021
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Questions about Towne Centre
Describe the overall population of assisted living residents at Towne Centre. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?
We have a vast range from 55 to 101!!! They enjoy the movie theater, the bistro as a gathering place, orgainized card, crafts and games activities.
What programs or activities does Towne Centre offer to enrich residents' well-being?
We have several exercise programs including Zumba, walking club, chair exercises , Chair Chi along with a fitness room. We also have a 3rd party out patient physical therapy group on site!
What places are near Towne Centre or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?
We are located on over 10 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds that the residents enjoy walking.
What transportation services does Towne Centre offer to assisted living residents?
Shopping trips, doctors appointments and various outings such as restaurants, local events and seasonal opportunities.
What makes the chef or dining program at Towne Centre exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?
Breakfast is ala carte with another option of a light buffet with selections that can be taken back to their apartments. Lunch and dinner specials are offered daily but there is an anytime menu with other selections available.
What safety features or security measures does Towne Centre offer to assisted living residents?
We have call pendants, our front desk is manned 24/7, all exterior doors are locked and visitors must enter the front doors and sign in and out.
How does Towne Centre keep residents' families informed about their loved ones?
This is discussed during the care planning at lease signing tailored to family preferences.
What is the care staff-to-resident ratio at Towne Centre during daytime and nighttime hours?
This is determined by care needs of residents.
If Towne Centre accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
We accept cats and small dogs as long as they are not a problem for other residents. We have beautiful grounds that the dogs are free to be walked on leash.
What ongoing senior care training does the staff receive?
Mandatory on going training.
How many staffers are on duty in the daytime and overnight?
This is based on residents needs.
What safety features or security measures does Towne Centre provide to protect residents who wander?
We have a secure Memory Care and in one of our Assisted Living areas we do offer wonder guards.
What programs or activities does Towne Centre offer to keep residents engaged? How does the staff engage residents' long-term memories?
We have a montly activity schedule that can be sent to families by request. Activities offered but not limited to include exercises, sing-a-longs, action games, bingo, trivia, story times and crafts Weather permitting we have a pavillion where these activities can take place along with gardening, picnics and walks.
Who assesses residents' health and cognitive functioning? How often is that assessment repeated?
Based on individual care plans. We have RN's on duty 24/7 along with visiting doctors.
What techniques does Towne Centre use to support memory care residents during mealtimes?
This is based on individual residents needs.
How does Towne Centre keep residents' families informed about their loved ones' health?
This is discussed during the care planning at lease signing tailored to family preferences.
Describe the neighborhood around Towne Centre. Is it located in a residential neighborhood, a business district, a rural setting, or other type of locale?
We have beautiful groomed grounds. Memory Care residents can see deer almost daily from either of the two sun rooms which overlook the grounds and adjoin the bordering woods.
Is Towne Centre affiliated with a hospital if more care is needed?
Our 911 hospital is Southlake Methodist, we do try to accommodate personal preference in a non emergency situation.
Services and Amenities of Towne Centre
Licenses
- State Licenses: 2392
About Towne Centre
Apartment Amenities
Towne Centre Living offers a number of studio, one- and two-bedroom apartment homes with amenities that center around resident's desires. Kitchens with full size appliances in our one and two-bedroom floor plans provide the ideal mix of convenience and luxury and allow residents the freedom to cook dinner for friends whenever they choose. The importance of safety is prevalent in all of our units, with emergency call buttons and response systems, smoke alarms, sprinkler systems and assist rails in bathrooms providing peace of mind for residents and their families. Our apartments are wheelchair accessible with wide entryways. The Centre offers comfort and privacy, too, with wall-to-wall carpet, cable TV access, individual climate controls and mini-blinds in windows. All utilities except telephone service are taken care of at our community.
Our main building boasts a beautiful atrium with interior balconies and lounges so residents can enjoy the outdoors - with the comforts of indoors - even in winter. A well-stocked library, TV lounge, coffee nook and movie theatre with big-screen TV are more areas where residents can enjoy camaraderie or just sit and reflect on life.
Musically inclined residents can gather around the grand piano and play their hearts out while others take a spin on the community's dance floor. Our large activities center provides areas for residents to gather to challenge their neighbors or family to card and board games. An on-site salon/barbershop, three restaurant-style meals served daily in our tastefully decorated dining room and wellness, walking, balance and exercise classes keep our residents looking and feeling healthy all year long.
Our pet-friendly community also offers housekeeping and laundry services, courtesy transportation to local shops, restaurants and medical appointments and access to the church or religious services.
Community Features
- 24-hour staffing
- Three restaurant-style meals and snacks served daily
- Large, elegant dining room with private dining available
- Social, educational and recreational activities
- Housekeeping and laundry services
- Onsite beauty salon and barber
- Scheduled courtesy transportation
- Well-stocked library
- Onsite therapy services
- Lounge area with a big-screen TV
- Activity center with games and billiards
- Religious services
- Dance floor and grand piano
- Gift shop
- Daily newspaper delivery available
- Maintenance staff
- on duty
- Small pets welcome
- Separate Memory Care Wing
Assisted Living and Memory Care Support Services
- 24- hour staffing
- Care plans tailored to individual needs
- Regular personal assessments
- Medication administration
- Medication management
- Special nutritional counseling
- Escort and transfer assistance*
- Additional housekeeping & laundry
- Bathing, dressing, and grooming assistance
- Incontinence care
- Standby shower assistance
- Early stage or mild dementia care
- Exercise programs
- Wellness, walking, balance & exercise classes
- Recreation & entertainment programming
- Access to choice of home health agencies
- 24-hour access to licensed nurses *Assisted Living only
Respite Care and Support Services
Whether you are a patient recovering from a recent hospital stay or caregiver who needs a much-deserved break, the Respite Care program may be just the solution you need. Our program, based on availability and individual community services offered, provides a positive, vibrant environment for senior adults who may need some level of temporary support or monitoring in the absence of their normal caregivers through short-term stays, depending on individual needs. Through our Respite Care program, we can assist residents in regaining wellness and independence. Respite Care residents enjoy a temporary, spacious apartment with access to all of a community's services, amenities, and features.
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