
Discovery Commons at Spring Creek
Offers Assisted Living and Memory Care
Reviews of Discovery Commons at Spring Creek
Assisted Living Reviews for Discovery Commons at Spring Creek
October 15, 2020
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
August 27, 2019
I visited this facility
August 20, 2019
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
July 09, 2019
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
June 25, 2018
I visited this facility
November 02, 2016
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
November 19, 2015
I am a friend or relative of resident
August 31, 2015
I am/was a resident of this facility
July 20, 2015
I visited this facility
June 15, 2015
I am a friend or relative of a resident
July 03, 2014
I am a friend or relative of resident
June 18, 2014
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April 18, 2014
I am a friend or relative of resident
June 07, 2013
I visited this facility
April 24, 2012
I visited this facility
November 23, 2011
I visited this facility
Memory Care Reviews for Discovery Commons at Spring Creek
February 18, 2019
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
January 28, 2019
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Questions about Discovery Commons at Spring Creek
What ongoing training does the staff receive in dementia care?
Our staff at Discovery Commons receives on-going training throughout the course of the year. We are always looking for ways to increase our ability to care for and respond to our residents in the utmost way.
What programs or activities does Discovery Commons at Spring Creek offer to enrich residents' well-being?
Discovery Commons offers countless activities to stimulate the mind and invigorate the body! Activities include: Trivia, Worship Services, Dance Exercise Club, Wi Bowling Club, Si N' Talk, The Price is Right, BINGO, Skip-BO, Card Sharks, Movies and MUCH...MUCH MORE!
What places are near Discovery Commons at Spring Creek or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?
Several parks and a recreation center. However, Discovery offers multiple outings and provides transportation services for our residents.
What transportation services does Discovery Commons at Spring Creek offer to assisted living residents?
Discovery Commons offers transportation services to local grocery stores, doctor appointments and also other schedule appointments.
What makes the chef or dining program at Discovery Commons at Spring Creek exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?
Discovery Commons is honored to have Chef Llessie White overseeing our dining services program. Chef White was nominated for the Award of Excellence for all Discovery Senior Living chef's and attended the Living Banquet of Excellence in Florida in March of 2019. Chef White is passionate about food and creating a healthy, delicious dining experience daily for our residents.
What safety features or security measures does Discovery Commons at Spring Creek offer to assisted living residents?
Professional team available 24 hours a day, Emergency call response system and a highly trained staff that is receives ongoing training to ensure resident care and security.
How does Discovery Commons at Spring Creek keep residents' families informed about their loved ones?
At Discovery Commons, we believe that ongoing communication and family involvement is the key to a successful relationship.
If Discovery Commons at Spring Creek accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
At Discovery Commons, we realize your pets aren't merely animals, they are family! We welcome your pets into our community provided they can be cared for by our residents. We have a large courtyard and plenty of walking space around the community so they can get plenty of exercise.
What ongoing senior care training does the staff receive?
Discovery Commons believes that you should never stop learning so we provide continual ongoing training for all our staff. We provide in-house training, we bring in healthcare professionals for outside the community and we also routinely send our staff to our corporate office for on-going training.
What safety features or security measures does Discovery Commons at Spring Creek provide to protect residents who wander?
Our memory community is a safe, secured community that prevents residents from exiting our community. We also provide other security measures that allow us to monitor and respond to any circumstance.
What programs or activities does Discovery Commons at Spring Creek offer to keep residents engaged? How does the staff engage residents' long-term memories?
At Discovery Commons, we offer an array of activities to our residents that include: Bible Study & Worship, Movies, Ball Toss, Adult Coloring, Exercise Classes, Manicures, Massages, Artistic Expressions and MUCH MORE!
Who assesses residents' health and cognitive functioning? How often is that assessment repeated?
We perform a physical and cognitive assessment on every resident prior to move in at Discovery Commons. We also conduct another assessment 30 days after move in and an assessment every 6 months unless there is a change of condition (in which we do an assessment any time there is a change in condition).
What techniques does Discovery Commons at Spring Creek use to support memory care residents during mealtimes?
We provide a simple, quiet and non-distracting place to eat meals (too much noise and clutter can disrupt a person’s appetite and discourage them from eating). We offer easy choices, softer foods and we also sit and eat with our residents.
How does Discovery Commons at Spring Creek keep residents' families informed about their loved ones' health?
We encourage family members to be actively involved in their loved ones lives. For those that aren't able to be as involved, provide continual and on-going communication with them regarding their loved ones.
Describe the neighborhood around Discovery Commons at Spring Creek. Is it located in a residential neighborhood, a business district, a rural setting, or other type of locale?
Discovery Commons is ideally located in north Garland bordering Richardson, Plano and Rowlett. We are nestled in a beautiful community surrounded by residential family homes and near Cecil Winters Park and Spring Creek Elementary School.
Is Discovery Commons at Spring Creek affiliated with a hospital if more care is needed?
At Discovery Commons, we encourage you to exercise your right to choose any hospital for the care of your loved one. We are centrally located near several hospitals that include Methodist Richardson Medical Center and Baylor Medical Center at Plano.
Costs for Discovery Commons at Spring Creek
Services and Amenities of Discovery Commons at Spring Creek
Costs
- All Inclusive Rent
- Assisted Living Starting At: $2745/month
- Memory Care Starting At: $2895/month
Room and housing options
- 1-bedroom apartments
- Companion Suites: We Do Offer Companion Suites.
- Studio Apartments
Dining options
- In Room Kitchenette
- Dining Room Shared Meals
- Room Service For Meals
Features
- Beauty Barber Shop
- Resident Transportation
- Party Space
- Garden And Patio
Cleaning services
- Laundry For Linens
- Housekeeping
- Laundry For Clothing
Health services
- Nurse On Staff: Yes
Activities
- Offsite Activities
- Religious Services
- Fitness Room
Financial guidance
- Va Benefits Consultation
Languages
- English
General
- Resident Capacity: 108
- Pets: Yes
Types of care
- Walking Wheelchair Assistance
Licenses
- State Licenses: 103872
About Discovery Commons at Spring Creek
Discover the exceptional senior living lifestyle that is Discovery Commons. Located throughout Florida, Maryland and Texas, our world-class senior living communities feature Grande Clubhouses with resort-style amenities and luxurious apartment homes combined with uniquely remarkable team members providing concierge-level services and advanced health and wellness programs for discerning seniors seeking an enriched lifestyle.
Our focus on personalized care and attention is the foundation of all we do. Offering seniors multiple lifestyle choices from personal care, assisted living and memory care, Discovery Commons aims to provide a seamless transition to aging in place by delivering enriched lifestyles to keep our residents living happier, longer. Our communities feature a Grande Clubhouse with the best of resort-style amenities and services for the lifestyle you are looking for. Stay active with a full calendar of recreation and events, card and game rooms, pools, fitness and wellness centers, dining services, housekeeping, transportation and more.
Assisted Living
If you or your loved one are in need of assistance with daily living activities, then assisted living is the right lifestyle option for you. Not only do residents enjoy the luxuries of a host of included features such as three gourmet meals in our “Sensations” dining rooms, a full calendar of daily activities and events, concierge services, weekly housekeeping and complimentary scheduled transportation, they also receive personalized care services such as showering or bathing assistance, medication management, continence management, glucose and insulin management and personal laundry. All of these services are supported by our 24-hour professional health and wellness staff, our on-site Medical Director and on-site Medicare-certified home health agency.
Memory Care
At Discovery Commons, we understand the challenges people with dementia face. When your loved one enters our memory care community, our goal is to guide them along a journey of discovery in all they do. Our nurses and certified nurse assistants, with ongoing education and specialized training in caring for memory diseases, chart a course of exploration for them that touches on various important aspects of life. Our program is designed to rebuild and preserve that which their affliction has taken from them. From quality meals to personalized care and attention, you can rest easy knowing your family members are in the best hands, receiving the best care. You have our word on it.
What Makes Us Special
Discovery Commons is offering new residents a great way to help manage their budget with our 3-year rent-lock guarantee. That’s right, no rent increase for 36 months! Rent protection makes it easier than ever to make the choice to live an exceptional lifestyle at the area’s most comprehensive senior living community of its type.
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