
The Hickman
Offers Assisted Living, Independent Living, and Memory Care
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November 20, 2013
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Questions about The Hickman
What ongoing training does the staff receive in dementia care?
Monthly training specific to dementia care.
What programs or activities does The Hickman offer to enrich residents' well-being?
Daily exercise classes, onsite PT/OT with Bayada, care is close at hand when needed, live life at your own pace, vibrant, varied programming each day, healthy meals made from scratch, comfortable suites, sunny porches and inviting spaces for relaxing or socializing, pampering at the salon, everything you need for convenient daily living is provided.
What places are near The Hickman or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?
The Hickman is a short walk to West Chester Meeting and Friends School. West Chester University, award winning health systems, historic sites, nature trails, restaurants, theaters and specialty boutiques are close by.
What transportation services does The Hickman offer to assisted living residents?
Transportation provided to doctors appointments, shopping trips and dining out.
What makes the chef or dining program at The Hickman exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?
We are starting our own vegetable and herb garden. Meals are made from scratch daily.
What safety features or security measures does The Hickman offer to assisted living residents?
Emergency call pendants with fall detection. 24/7 staffing.
How does The Hickman keep residents' families informed about their loved ones?
Community software is currently being implemented.
If The Hickman accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
Yes! We love animals but the resident must be able to care for their pet.
What ongoing senior care training does the staff receive?
Monthly training for all staff.
How many staffers are on duty in the daytime and overnight?
6 during the day and evening. 2 over night with additional support a walkie talkie call away.
What safety features or security measures does The Hickman provide to protect residents who wander?
We have a secure memory care neighborhood. First available to current residents.
What programs or activities does The Hickman offer to keep residents engaged? How does the staff engage residents' long-term memories?
Our memory care neighborhood has activities all day long!
Who assesses residents' health and cognitive functioning? How often is that assessment repeated?
Program Manager, care staff and floor LPN.
Describe the neighborhood around The Hickman. Is it located in a residential neighborhood, a business district, a rural setting, or other type of locale?
Tree lined neighborhood. The secure memory care garden faces an elementary school playground and has its own walking patch and raised gardens.
Is The Hickman affiliated with a hospital if more care is needed?
No, but we are a few blocks away from Chester County Hospital and other award health care systems.
Costs for The Hickman
Services and Amenities of The Hickman
Costs
- Rent Plus Care Fees
- Entry Fee
- Assisted Living Starting At: $4740/month
- Independent Living Starting At: $4740/month
- Memory Care Starting At: $6240/month
Room and housing options
- 1-bedroom apartments
- Companion Suites: We Do Offer Companion Suites.
- Studio Apartments
General
- Resident Capacity: 125
- Pets: Small Pets Allowed.
Licenses
- State Licenses: 140930
About The Hickman
The Hickman is located on a beautiful campus and is within walking distance of restaurants, boutiques, the YMCA, the downtown area, and the university. Our environment is warm and home-like and our residents become family.
- Weekly Housekeeping
- Laundry for Linens and Personal Items
- Parking for Residents
- Wifi, Cable, Phone Included
- Kitchenette Option
- Salon
- Library
- Arts and Crafts Studio
- Pottery Kiln
- Exercise Room
- Outdoor Space
- Garden
- Patio
- Spacious Grounds for Walking
- Gift Shop
- Intergenerational Activities
- Music
- Games
- Exercise Classes
- Lectures and Discussions
- Monthly Happy Hour
- Book Club
- Activity Groups
- Card Groups
- Offsite Events, Trips, Shopping
- Religious Services
- 2 Music Therapists on Staff
- Physical Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Speech Therapy
- Pet Therapy
- Visiting Physicians
- Mobile Labs
- Pet Friendly
- Respite Available
What Makes Us Special
The Hickman is a nonprofit personal care community that provides excellent care in a homelike environment. Founded in 1891, we are a small privately-run Quaker community with residents from varied backgrounds and religious affiliations.
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