What ongoing training does the staff receive in dementia care?

Arlington Place staff attend mandatory bi-weekly training in-services in addition to routine online training courses and one-on-one delegations.

Describe the overall population of assisted living residents at Arlington Place of Oelwein. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?

Arlington Place residents are kept busy with 6+ social and recreational activities each day, ranging from cards to crafts, outings and culinary experiences. Arlington Place at Oelwein is home to a wide variety of individuals, ranging in age from 65-100.

What programs or activities does Arlington Place of Oelwein offer to enrich residents' well-being?

Arlington Place at Oelwein is proud to offer speech therapy, physical therapy and occupational therapy in-house five days a week with Northern Iowa Therapy. Arlington Place residents are also able to participate in Live 2 B Healthy exercise classes three days a week at no additional cost! Arlington Place's Memory Care residents benefit from weekly Music Speaks visits, engaging the residents in music therapy sessions.

What places are near Arlington Place of Oelwein or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?

Arlington Place is quietly placed on the west side of Oelwein near a beautiful nature trail where deer and squirrels are common visitors. Arlington Place is within minutes of the downtown area where shopping and business resources are located.

What transportation services does Arlington Place of Oelwein offer to assisted living residents?

Arlington Place at Oelwein offers free scheduled transportation to and from appointments, parties, shopping, events and more.

What makes the chef or dining program at Arlington Place of Oelwein exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?

Arlington Place at Oelwein boasts an experienced culinary team offering made-to-order breakfast matched with daily lunch and dinner specials. In addition Arlington Place residents have a salad bar and soup of the day with each meal. Residents and guests also have the option to order from the Anytime Menu containing sandwiches, soups and all the comforts of home.

What safety features or security measures does Arlington Place of Oelwein offer to assisted living residents?

Arlington Place at Oelwein residents all have an emergency call pendant to easily reach nursing staff within minutes! Entrances and exits are all equipped with a silent alarm for residents and guests to come and go discreetly, while still notifying staff.

How does Arlington Place of Oelwein keep residents' families informed about their loved ones?

Arlington Place at Oelwein's Health Care Coordinator is available 24/7 for resident concerns and family questions. Family members are able to subscribe to weekly email updates about community events and information articles. Arlington Place publishes a monthly newsletter to keep residents and community members up to date on the latest happenings.

What is the care staff-to-resident ratio at Arlington Place of Oelwein during daytime and nighttime hours?

Arlington Place at Oelwein takes great pride in quality care for residents. During day time hours, Arlington Place has 3 Resident Assistants to care for 35 residents. During those same hours, the Health Care Coordinator, is also in the building working on assessments, medications and ensuring residents are receiving the best care. During nighttime hours, we staff 2 Resident Assistants.

If Arlington Place of Oelwein accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?

Arlington Place at Oelwein is proud to be a pet-friendly community! With a sidewalk trail around the entire perimeter of the building, talking any furry friends for a walk is a breeze at Arlington Place!

What ongoing senior care training does the staff receive?

Staff at Arlington Place attend bi-weekly, mandatory, in-service training, in addition to completing online education sessions.

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

Arlington Place at Oelwein staffs two Resident Assistants during daytime and evening hours with one Resident Assistant is on staff overnight. The Health Care Coordinator is on-call nights, evenings and weekends for direction and assistance.

What safety features or security measures does Arlington Place of Oelwein provide to protect residents who wander?

Arlington Place at Oelwein's silent alarm system allows all Assisted Living points of entry to be monitored by staff for visitors and residents who may be disoriented. Arlington Place has other monitoring options available for those who need increased supervision.

What programs or activities does Arlington Place of Oelwein offer to keep residents engaged? How does the staff engage residents' long-term memories?

Arlington Place at Oelwein's Life Enrichment Coordinator plans a variety of daily activities geared towards Memory Care residents ranging from hands-on Busy Boxes to adult coloring and Bingo, spa treatments and music therapy.

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

Arlington Place's Registered Nurse, the Health Care Coordinator, completes assessments on residents prior to move-in and every 90 days or when a change in condition is noted. Once an assessment is completed, the Health Care Coordinator notifies the family members to update them on a residents health.

What techniques does Arlington Place of Oelwein use to support memory care residents during mealtimes?

Memory Care residents are served on red dinnerware, making food easier to see, while using picture menus to make ordering a favorite food even easier. Staff are trained in hand-over-hand techniques to aid in the feeding process for occasional assistance.

How does Arlington Place of Oelwein keep residents' families informed about their loved ones' health?

Arlington Place at Oelwein has a Health Care Coordinator on staff that is available 24/7 for resident concerns and family questions. Anytime there is a change of condition/ medication or concern, the Health Care Coordinator notifies the family to update them on their loved one.

Describe the neighborhood around Arlington Place of Oelwein. Is it located in a residential neighborhood, a business district, a rural setting, or other type of locale?

Arlington Place at Oelwein is quietly tucked away of the west side of town near a wooded walking trail in a residential area.

Is Arlington Place of Oelwein affiliated with a hospital if more care is needed?

Arlington Place at Oelwein works directly with all local hospitals and primary care providers to ensure proper care and treatment are provided for residents, even when they travel outside the walls of Arlington Place.

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What You Should Know About Arlington Place of Oelwein

Arlington Place Oelwein strives to meet the needs of residents through comprehensive and quality assisted living services that promote independent and active lifestyles. Compassionate and empathetic caregivers provide warm and respectful assistance with daily tasks like dressing, bathing and personal grooming to help improve quality of life and give a sense of purpose. Housekeeping and laundry services take away the burden of household chores, freeing up time to take advantage of first-class amenities and activities. Wireless emergency pendants allow seniors to call for help at the touch of a button. Residents can treat themselves to a new look with a visit to the on-site beauty salon. Fitness programs designed specifically for seniors help residents build strength and improve circulation. There is ample opportunity for social engagement with games of bingo, Yahtzee, dominoes and scrabble and movie matinees and happy hours.

What Arlington Place of Oelwein Offers

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