Desert Haven Adult Care Home LLC sits in Phoenix, Arizona, near parks, pharmacies, grocery stores, restaurants, and the local fire department, and it's a small board and care home that takes up to five residents, offering both private and semi-private rooms, and some of the rooms come furnished while others are unfurnished for those wanting to bring their own things, with every room having a private bath and wheelchair accessible showers or tubs so folks with mobility needs don't have trouble getting around. There's cable TV and 5G internet in every room at no extra cost, and even though everything's been renovated to feel both homelike and a bit luxurious, the place keeps a cozy feel with two fireplaces and a big outdoor patio where people can sit and enjoy the weather. Those who have pets might like knowing that cats and dogs are allowed as long as they're within weight restrictions, and there's resident parking plus rides for errands or doctor visits, though the transportation comes with an extra charge.
There's around-the-clock care because caregivers stay awake and on duty 24 hours a day, and nurses, doctors, dentists, podiatrists, and a range of therapists (physical, occupational, speech) come in as needed, so folks can get medicine given out or managed, diabetic support, incontinence care, high acuity care, and help with almost any daily task or health need, and the staff's trained to deal with more complex health issues too, like memory support, Alzheimer's care, non-ambulatory needs, and even respite or hospice care for short or end-of-life stays. They cook the meals on site, with help for those needing vegetarian or kosher diets and special diabetic plans, and there's guidance on nutrition too, so everyone eats what's best for them.
Each day, the staff plans social and recreational activities plus onsite and offsite devotional services, a beautician comes for haircuts or styling, and there's space indoors and outdoors for gatherings or quiet time, and folks can join in physical therapy or rehab if they want, as well as memory care programs to reduce confusion or prevent wandering for those with dementia, and there's help and advice in planning future care. The place even did BinaxNOW COVID-19 rapid tests for residents and staff when needed, and they have this Wellness Garden project called Grant Project II, set up with help from an Arizona State University Seed Grant, where residents can get involved outdoors.
Desert Haven Adult Care Home LLC runs as a private nonprofit, aiming mostly to help seniors and some people with developmental disabilities build skills for daily life and get stability for work, even helping them find jobs that mean something to them, and while it doesn't stand out with one-of-a-kind features, it does give steady, hands-on care in a home-like environment, and folks can expect privacy, help with daily life, and support for both body and mind in a quieter, more personal setting.
