Question 1

What programs or activities does Kenmore Senior Living offer to enrich residents' well-being?

Accepted Answer

Daily Exercise, Movie Night, Dominos, Crosswords, Wine & Cheese Social, Happy Hour, Walking Club, Wood Art, Trivia, Bingo, Brain Teasers, Journal Club, Travel Club, Spiritual Hour, Paint & Sip Art Class, News & Coffee, Men's Club, Baking, Gardening, Trips & Outings, Men's Group, and Food Socials. We offer a multitude of programs that delight the masses. From intellectually stimulating to the silly, our comprehensive activities program encompasses it all. Church services, concerts, magicians, current events, movie nights.....you name it, we've got it.

Question 2

If Kenmore Senior Living accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?

Accepted Answer

Kenmore Senior Living is pet-friendly and has designated pet areas for convenience. We love our furry friends at Kenmore Senior Living and are considered one of the best pet friendly assisted living communities in the surrounding county. WE LOVE OUR PETS! We have an abundance of outdoor areas for our animal companions on all sides of the building.

Question 3

What ongoing senior care training does the staff receive?

Accepted Answer

We believe training, initially and ongoing is key to providing the best possible care. All staff is trained upon day one of hire, and inservices are held regularly on a variety of topics such as dementia, pressure injuries, diabetes education, and more. We make the learning environment a fun and hands-on experience.

Question 4

What places are near Kenmore Senior Living or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?

Accepted Answer

Kenmore Town Square is close by with Diva Espresso and Seaplane Kitchen & Bar.  Safeway, Ostrom's Drug & Gifts, and Rite Aid are close by within walking distance.

Question 5

How does Kenmore Senior Living keep residents' families informed about their loved ones' health?

Accepted Answer

The Care Conference, scheduled every 90 days, is the most formal communication with families regarding a loved one’s health. However, Pacifica Senior Living maintains an up-to-date Facebook and distributes a monthly newsletter with a wealth of information regarding the community and its residents.

Question 6

What safety features or security measures does Kenmore Senior Living provide to protect residents who wander?

Accepted Answer

We want to ensure the highest level of independence for our individuals that may have a tendency to wander. A secure area is provided for those that need the additional safety measure. We also employ wander guards that will provide an audible alarm to alert staff that the person may be 'on the move'.

Question 7

What ongoing training does the staff receive in dementia care?

Accepted Answer

Dementia care training starts at orientation and continues throughout the staffs’ tenure.  Onboarding includes 26 hours of Dementia and Assisted Living care training with 3 – 5 days of hands-on training.  Ongoing training is comprised of computer-based learning (8 additional hours per year); hands-on live classroom training (4 hours per year); and monthly in-service events led by the registered nurse, executive director, or a third party vendor.

Question 8

How many staffers are on duty in the daytime and overnight?

Accepted Answer

During the day, our staff includes a registered nurse, a med tech, three caregivers, an activities director, and other ancillary staff, such as kitchen, maintenance, and administration personnel.  Our overnight staff is comprised of a med tech, two caregivers, and a registered nurse on-call.

Question 9

Describe the neighborhood around Kenmore Senior Living. Is it located in a residential neighborhood, a business district, a rural setting, or other type of locale?

Accepted Answer

Kenmore Senior Living is situated in a small professional campus tucked inside a primarily residential neighborhood in a small town, which affords the best of both suburban and rural settings.

Question 10

What makes the chef or dining program at Kenmore Senior Living exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?

Accepted Answer

Dining is a delight at Kenmore Senior Living.  Chef Anthony and staff prepare 3 fresh and nutritious meals daily.  The menu is diverse and residents have choices.  Our dining room is restaurant-style seating and looks out to the courtyard.

Question 11

What is the care staff-to-resident ratio at Kenmore Senior Living during daytime and nighttime hours?

Accepted Answer

We staff based on care level, so this fluctuates depending on care needs of our residents at any given time. We are staff 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our highly trained nurse manager is on site a minimum of 40 hours per week.

Question 12

What safety features or security measures does Kenmore Senior Living offer to assisted living residents?

Accepted Answer

Safety is of great importance to us. From ensuring our grounds are well kept and stumble free, our main areas are kept free of clutter and in good repair. Life alert pendants are available. Pull cords and safety pendants are also available to those that need them. We also offer a secure environment for those prone to wandering.

Question 13

What transportation services does Kenmore Senior Living offer to assisted living residents?

Accepted Answer

Kenmore Senior Living has a bus that transports residents to local shopping, outings and scheduled appointments. We have a comfortable and reliable van that provides transportation to and from physician offices, post office, financial institutions, as well as scenic drives and rides to the beach, activities nightlife and restaurants nearby.

Question 14

What programs or activities does Kenmore Senior Living offer to keep residents engaged? How does the staff engage residents' long-term memories?

Accepted Answer

Kenmore Senior Living offers a robust activities program staffed by an activities director and an activities assistant.  Group activities including, but limited to, exercise, gardening, movies, baking, putting golf, and singing are scheduled seven days a week from 9:30am through 6:00pm.  Additionally, individual one-on-one activities, such as manicures and jewelry making, are ongoing throughout the day.  Long-term memories are engaged through activities specific for long-term stimulation and reminiscing with memory books.  Other activities include, but are not limited to, live music, dance groups, birthday parties, dance parties, ice cream parties, and holiday parties.

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

Each resident is assessed by the registered nurse every 90 days.  After the resident has had his/her assessment, a care conference is scheduled with the family/Power of Attorney and resident to meet with the executive director, registered nurse, and activities director.

Question 16

What techniques does Kenmore Senior Living use to support memory care residents during mealtimes?

Accepted Answer

As Kenmore Senior Living practices individual person-centered care, techniques vary per resident and are meant to be independent appropriate.  Techniques may include reminders, cueing, mechanically enhanced foods, hand-under-hand assistance, or a total assist with feeding.

Question 17

Is Kenmore Senior Living affiliated with a hospital if more care is needed?

Accepted Answer

Although Kenmore Senior Living does not have a corporate affiliation with a hospital, our community works closely with all local hospitals.

Question 18

Describe the overall population of assisted living residents at Kenmore Senior Living. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?

Accepted Answer

Kenmore Senior Living is a community offering a vibrant, engaging, and active lifestyle.  The average age is 82.  Residents enjoy our patio area and our beautiful courtyard with a gazebo.  They can sit and visit or stroll along the walking path.

Question 19

How does Kenmore Senior Living keep residents' families informed about their loved ones?

Accepted Answer

Communication is key! We hold regular care conferences in a more formal setting, and we call, email, text and utilize social media to keep family and friends in the loop about all the fun we are having here. Residents' families are called and informed on a regular basis to go over the care plan and when a need arises.

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