Finnish-American Village

Finnish-American Village sits in a quiet, landscaped community and was founded in 1970 to serve senior members of the Finnish community, though adults aged 55 and older from any background are welcome, and it's a nonprofit place with a focus on care, support, and staying active. People can choose between independent living, assisted living, memory care, home care, or nursing home services here, and the options include studio apartments, assisted living suites in two sizes, and some low-income senior apartments. There're semi-private rooms, and some pets are allowed. The community is known for extended congregate care with added support and for names like Lepokoti-assisted living and the American-Finnish Nursing Home for skilled nursing care. Residents get help with bathing, dressing, grooming, medication, eating, and other daily activities from skilled staff, with 24-hour nursing supervision in many cases, and the place offers dementia and Alzheimer's care with specific programs for cognitive needs. You'll find a Finnish sauna, activity rooms, an exercise gym, creative arts, musical concerts, choirs, movies, and outings to local shops and attractions. The staff runs exercise classes, holiday celebrations, devotionals with communion, and inter-denominational services on site, so there are chances for spiritual and social life. They've got on-site skilled nursing, home health medical care, hospice, and in-home senior services for those needing help at home, and have a state-licensed Nurse Registry that provides a full range of services including live-in aides and homemaker companions. Care consultants give free advice, and there are financial help programs with information about Medicaid and Veterans Aid & Attendance benefits, to help some people manage costs for long-term care. You'll get everything but a telephone included in the fees, like cable TV, Wi-Fi, laundry and dry cleaning, scheduled housekeeping, linen service, building maintenance, and free transportation with minibuses that can take wheelchairs. Meals are made on site with a focus on good nutrition, there are barbers and beauty salons in the building, and residents can use the sauna and shower facilities, and there's always an urgent response system for emergencies. The American-Finnish Nursing Home is a Medicare and Medicaid-approved skilled nursing facility with more than 150 beds, physician oversight, and medication storage, providing high-level medical and rehab therapy, meeting federal quality standards. The grounds have gardens and quiet spaces, and apartments come with cable hookups, parking, and internet. Many services are à la carte, so residents can pick what they need, whether it's extra laundry, transportation, beauty care, or companion services. This community tries to encourage independence, dignity, and a sense of home, with licensed professionals overseeing health, wellness, and social care. Finnish-American Village offers tours for anyone who wants to see daily life, meals, and activities in person, and there's a simple contact form if you want to ask questions or get started.