Question 1

What transportation services does American House St. Anthony's offer to assisted living residents?

Accepted Answer

St. Anthony's Senior Living provides transportation to medical appointments, as well as frequent out-trips to nearby shopping and attractions.

Question 2

What places are near American House St. Anthony's or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?

Accepted Answer

St. Anthony's Senior Living is part of the Brookside neighborhood with its quaint shops and outstanding restaurants.

Question 3

What programs or activities does American House St. Anthony's offer to enrich residents' well-being?

Accepted Answer

St. Anthony's offer many programs and activities designed to enrich the well-being of residents. Physical, Occupational, and Speech therapy are available on site, as well as a visiting physician, podiatrist, and dentist. Exercise classes are held daily.

Question 4

What safety features or security measures does American House St. Anthony's offer to assisted living residents?

Accepted Answer

St. Anthony's Senior Living is a gated community with security cameras throughout the campus. Our staff are on-site 24 hours per day.

Question 5

What makes the chef or dining program at American House St. Anthony's exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?

Accepted Answer

The menu offerings across all levels of care are the same. Luxurious menus, as well as everyday favorites, are available. Residents may choose from nine different entrees per day, as well as a variety of soups, salads, and side dishes.

Question 6

Describe the overall population of assisted living residents at American House St. Anthony's. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?

Accepted Answer

Assisted Living residents at St. Anthony's Senior Living enjoy a wide variety of activities that are based on what they like to do. Some favorites are bingo and Current Events. The average age of our residents is 85.

Question 7

What ongoing senior care training does the staff receive?

Accepted Answer

All staff receive on-going training on a monthly basis. Staff who work with residents who have Alzheimer's or other dementias receive specialized training from a Certified Dementia Practitioner.

Question 8

How does American House St. Anthony's keep residents' families informed about their loved ones?

Accepted Answer

St. Anthony's Senior Living has monthly family meetings. Subscriptions to the weekly resident letter are also available to families.

Question 9

If American House St. Anthony's accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?

Accepted Answer

St. Anthony's Senior Living accepts cats and dogs. There is a dog park just steps away from Assisted Living.

Question 10

Describe the overall population of independent living residents at American House St. Anthony's. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?

Accepted Answer

Independent Living residents at St. Anthony's Senior Living range in age from upper 60 years to upper 90 years young! Our residents represent a wide range of age and come from diverse backgrounds. Residents love attending daily Mass and Happy Hour, as well as using the Life Enrichment Studio for stimulating activities such as beginner oil painting and discussion groups.

Question 11

What places are nearby for independent living residents to enjoy?

Accepted Answer

St. Anthony's Senior Living is part of the Brookside neighborhood with its quaint shops and outstanding restaurants.

Question 12

What transportation services does American House St. Anthony's offer to independent living residents?

Accepted Answer

St. Anthony's Senior Living provides transportation to medical appointments, as well as frequent out-trips to nearby shopping and attractions.

Question 13

What safety features or security measures does American House St. Anthony's offer to independent living residents?

Accepted Answer

St. Anthony's Senior Living is a gated community with security cameras throughout the campus. Our staff are on-site 24 hours per day.

Question 14

What makes the chef or dining program at American House St. Anthony's exceptional? What kind of menu can independent living residents expect?

Accepted Answer

Luxurious menus, as well as everyday favorites, are available. Residents may choose from nine different entrees per day, as well as a variety of soups, salads, and side dishes.

Question 15

What common areas are available for independent living residents?

Accepted Answer

Residents enjoy the use of the Life Enrichment Studio, St. Elizabeth's Bistro, St. Peter's Pub, St. Anthony Chapel, St. Thomas More Fitness Center, All Saints' Salon, Visitation Gardens, and the

Question 16

If American House St. Anthony's accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?

Accepted Answer

St. Anthony's Senior Living accepts cats and dogs. There is a dog park just steps away from the front door.

Question 17

Does American House St. Anthony's work with an agency or registry to provide nursing and medical assistance as needed?

Accepted Answer

St. Anthony's Senior Living can provide a list of available nursing and medical service agencies that residents or families may contact to provide services.

Question 18

What ongoing training does the staff receive in dementia care?

Accepted Answer

Specialized training is provided on a monthly basis for those who provide service and care to residents with Alzheimer's and other dementias.

Question 19

Who assesses residents' health and cognitive functioning? How often is that assessment repeated?

Accepted Answer

The Health and Wellness Director (RN) assesses the residents' health and cognitive function on an on-going basis. Formal assessments are done on an as-needed basis with a minimum of every six months.

Question 20

What programs or activities does American House St. Anthony's offer to keep residents engaged? How does the staff engage residents' long-term memories?

Accepted Answer

Memory care appropriate activities are provided by both nursing and activity staff on an on-going basis throughout the day. Exercise is provided on a daily basis, as well as reminisence groups.

Question 21

What techniques does American House St. Anthony's use to support memory care residents during mealtimes?

Accepted Answer

St. Anthony's Senior Living utilizes family-style dining where staff eat with residents, encouraging their participation in mealtime. Special utensils are available for residents who need them. Food is always available for those residents who are not interested in eating at regular mealtimes. For residents who need physical assistance with eating, staff use the hand-over-hand technique.

Question 22

How does American House St. Anthony's keep residents' families informed about their loved ones' health?

Accepted Answer

Staff call families on a regular basis to give updates. Families may opt in to receive pictures of their loved ones participating in activities.

Question 23

Describe the neighborhood around American House St. Anthony's. Is it located in a residential neighborhood, a business district, a rural setting, or other type of locale?

Accepted Answer

St. Anthony's Senior Living is located at 68th and Troost in the Brookside neighborhood. The west side of Troost is primarily businesses and the east side of Troost is lined with the park-like setting of Forest HIlls.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What transportation services does American House St. Anthony's offer to assisted living residents?

What places are near American House St. Anthony's or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?

What programs or activities does American House St. Anthony's offer to enrich residents' well-being?

What safety features or security measures does American House St. Anthony's offer to assisted living residents?

What makes the chef or dining program at American House St. Anthony's exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?

Describe the overall population of assisted living residents at American House St. Anthony's. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?

What ongoing senior care training does the staff receive?

How does American House St. Anthony's keep residents' families informed about their loved ones?

If American House St. Anthony's accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?

Describe the overall population of independent living residents at American House St. Anthony's. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?

What places are nearby for independent living residents to enjoy?

What transportation services does American House St. Anthony's offer to independent living residents?

What safety features or security measures does American House St. Anthony's offer to independent living residents?

What makes the chef or dining program at American House St. Anthony's exceptional? What kind of menu can independent living residents expect?

What common areas are available for independent living residents?

If American House St. Anthony's accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?

Does American House St. Anthony's work with an agency or registry to provide nursing and medical assistance as needed?

What ongoing training does the staff receive in dementia care?

Who assesses residents' health and cognitive functioning? How often is that assessment repeated?

What programs or activities does American House St. Anthony's offer to keep residents engaged? How does the staff engage residents' long-term memories?

What techniques does American House St. Anthony's use to support memory care residents during mealtimes?

How does American House St. Anthony's keep residents' families informed about their loved ones' health?

Describe the neighborhood around American House St. Anthony's. Is it located in a residential neighborhood, a business district, a rural setting, or other type of locale?

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