This is a very common response when the subject of a senior living community is brought up. Many people feel this way.
However, the key is for your Mother to move when she is more independent and able to enjoy everything Miramont Pointe has to offer. Waiting too long to make this decision often means a decision is made in a crisis mode. We have found that seniors who make this choice earlier, get to do just that – make a choice about their senior community – rather than family making a snap decision in an emergency situation.
Finally, once the move has taken place, the majority of our residents are relieved and happy with their decision. Most say, "I wish I had moved sooner," because they have more time for themselves, family, and less responsibility and stress without a house, yard, cooking, cleaning, or more.
We have a move-in coordinator on staff who conducts a new resident orientation. He also works with residents to answer questions and helps residents get settled. Additionally, a resident "Welcoming Committee" greets new residents and invites them to the dining room, activities, outings, and more.
Miramont Pointe’s Independent Living has a residential care license, which allows us to a la carte health care services to our Independent Living. This program is wonderful for individuals who have some health care needs, including medication assistance, bathing assistance, companionship, and more, but who aren’t ready for a traditional assisted living community.
This fiscally responsible approach lets residents pay for health care services they need when they need them. Beyond the expanded services available in Independent Living, we have an Assisted Living and Memory Care Center in our community.
Miramont Pointe is compatible with most long term care insurance policies, even in Independent Living, since it is licensed resident care. Your father may draw his benefits when he meets the activity of daily living requirements established in his policy.
Our executive director is an expert on long term care insurance and would be more than happy to review the policy with you.
Our staff is available to everyone 24-hours a day, seven days a week. We also offer emergency pendants and pull cords in the apartments. For example, in the event of an emergency in Independent Living, a care staff from the Assisted Living will respond, not a security guard or front desk staff. Someone trained to assess and handle the situation responds to the call for help.
Additionally, we have a nurse on call or on staff 24-hours a day, seven days a week. Our nurses work with all our residents and their families, including those in Independent Living, offering our families peace of mind.
The decision to move to a senior living community is enormous, and for many it can be stressful and overwhelming. There are steps you can take to ensure your parents' transition is smooth, comfortable, and seamless. To begin, many have an unrealistic stereotype of senior living communities – the old vision of a "nursing home" no longer exists.
Communities like Miramont Pointe are a place for people to thrive, grow, experience new adventures, make new friends, and more, while enjoying the privacy and comfort of their own apartment home. What you can do to help your parents – whether their move is in a month or longer – is to make a future plan.
In touring Miramont Pointe, your goal isn’t to push them into a move; it is to help them make a future plan. You can encourage their decision by showing your support and being actively involved in the educational process. Tour communities with them, plan their furniture placement in the apartment, experience the dining program, and talk with residents and staff. Once your parents see Miramont Pointe is not a "nursing home," they will feel much more at ease with this decision.
Each small step you take towards their future plan is a step in the right direction.
Our goal is to have every resident at Miramont Pointe enjoy each day with the maximum independence and the highest quality of life, health and well-being. With an array of services available in independent living, assisted living and memory care, your needs will be met, today and into the future.
Your family and friends are always welcome. Staying in touch with family and friends is something we strongly support. They can visit whenever they would like; a private dining room for celebrations and a guest suite for overnight visitors may be requested.
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