Questions about Bella Vista
What ongoing training does the staff receive in dementia care?
We do not specialize in memory care but we do have a secured part of our community.
Describe the overall population of assisted living residents at Bella Vista. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?
Our residents average age is 83 years old. Our minimum age on the RCAC side of the building is 62 and on the CBRF the minimum age is 55. The residents love music, games, happy hours and bingo!
What programs or activities does Bella Vista offer to enrich residents' well-being?
We have morning exercise classes, scheduled music, happy hours, religious services, interactive games and arts and crafts.
What places are near Bella Vista or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?
We have a beautiful park across the street on the shore of Lake Winnebago!! Lots of walking trails, a free zoo and a beautiful playground for the grandkids!
What transportation services does Bella Vista offer to assisted living residents?
We have weekly shopping trip outings as well as other outing throughout the month to various points of interest in the Fox Valley.
What makes the chef or dining program at Bella Vista exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?
Bella Vista has a restaurant style dining program in which the residents can choose from four different options for lunch and four different options for dinner. We also provide a continental breakfast.
What safety features or security measures does Bella Vista offer to assisted living residents?
We provide pendants for each resident in which they can use to call caregivers 24/7.
How does Bella Vista keep residents' families informed about their loved ones?
We provide updates via email and depending on the situation, phone calls or in person meetings are requested.
What is the care staff-to-resident ratio at Bella Vista during daytime and nighttime hours?
We staff to the resident's needs.
If Bella Vista accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
Bella Vista accepts dogs and cats under 25 pounds. They are able to enjoy a fenced in area in the front of the building and the park across the street!
Describe the overall population of independent living residents at Bella Vista. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?
The average age is 83. They are an active group with various interests. They love music, happy hours, enjoying the park across the street, shopping, any kind of game as well as numerous other activities that take place daily.
What places are nearby for independent living residents to enjoy?
Menominee Park is across the street from us which offers a wide variety of different activities including fishing, boating, a free zoo, pickleball courts and numerous community events. The downtown YMCA is less than a mile away as well as our beautiful downtown Oshkosh!
What are some recent off-site events that the community activity director at Bella Vista has organized?
They often go out to eat at various local restaurants. They recently went to the Nutcracker in the Castle at the Paine Art Museum.
What transportation services does Bella Vista offer to independent living residents?
Independent residents can also take advantage of the weekly shopping trips as well as other outings.
What makes the chef or dining program at Bella Vista exceptional? What kind of menu can independent living residents expect?
Bella Vista has a restaurant style dining program in which the residents can choose from four different options for lunch and four different options for dinner. We also provide a continental breakfast.
What common areas are available for independent living residents?
Bella Vista offers a beautiful library, a pub, a beautiful dining room, a fitness center as well as other common areas.
What safety features or security measures does Bella Vista offer to independent living residents?
We provide pendants for each resident in which they can use to call caregivers 24/7.
If Bella Vista accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
Bella Vista accepts dogs and cats under 25 pounds. They are able to enjoy a fenced in area in the front of the building and the park across the street!
Does Bella Vista work with an agency or registry to provide nursing and medical assistance as needed?
Yes.
How many staffers are on duty in the daytime and overnight?
Four during the day and 2 at night.
What safety features or security measures does Bella Vista provide to protect residents who wander?
Bella Vista has a secured part of our community that alerts the caregivers when a door has been opened without proper authority; however, we are not a memory care specific community.
What programs or activities does Bella Vista offer to keep residents engaged? How does the staff engage residents' long-term memories?
The activities department offers a wide variety of programs that help engage the residents.
Who assesses residents' health and cognitive functioning? How often is that assessment repeated?
Our Health and Wellness Director who is an RN assesses residents' health and cognitive functioning as well as the caregivers who care for them.
What techniques does Bella Vista use to support memory care residents during mealtimes?
Bella Vista provides reminders of meal times as well as offering assistance to the dining room. They help with prompting as well as feeding if necessary.
How does Bella Vista keep residents' families informed about their loved ones' health?
We provide email updates as well as phone and in person meetings.
Describe the neighborhood around Bella Vista. Is it located in a residential neighborhood, a business district, a rural setting, or other type of locale?
Bella Vista is in an older neighborhood in Oshkosh and right across the street from Menominee Park and Lake Winnebago.
Is Bella Vista affiliated with a hospital if more care is needed?
Yes.