Centennial Pointe Senior Living sits over on 3440 Hedley Rd. in Springfield, Illinois, real close to Curran Township, and they've got a good mix of services for seniors, you know, different needs and all, so folks can have independent living if they're still active and want their own space, plus assisted living for those who could use help with things like bathing, dressing, and medication, and then there's memory care for people dealing with Alzheimer's or similar problems, and they even do home care if someone wants to stay at their own place, they'll send trained aides over for companionship and some non-medical help, and there's adult daycare for folks who need a safe, engaging space during the day, which can help caregivers out a lot, and respite care's available too, could be for a day or up to a month or however long, with extra support after someone's had surgery or been hurt, and they take pride in offering personalized care plans tailored to each person's preferences, so everyone's got choices when it comes to suite layouts and making their spot feel like home, and for memory care, they've got neighborhoods with sixteen suites and a big central common spot, plus unique programming like the Best Friends™ Approach which focuses on compassion and special skills for those with memory issues, so every resident's got access to 24/7 staff for anything needed, from daily care like getting dressed or moving around to big things like medication management and emergency calls.
Now, Centennial Pointe's building has all sorts of areas where folks can spend time, indoor and outdoor, like beautifully landscaped walking paths, a secure enclosed courtyard, and fireplaces in the shared rooms where people often gather, and there's a piano and organ for music, a TV lounge, meeting rooms, computer room, beauty salon, an arts and crafts center, a café and bistro, and even live entertainment that comes in from time to time, so you won't find many folks feeling bored, and you get free Wi-Fi as well as free parking-either for residents or guests, making visiting easier, and pets are welcome too, which is a comfort for many.
Dining is a big part of life there, and they offer restaurant-style meals prepared by chefs and meal planners so things taste good and meet dietary needs, with gluten-free, low-sugar, and low-sodium options, and there's a private dining room for special events or if someone wants a quieter meal with guests, and since they've won the Best Meals and Dining award, along with recognition for being among the most friendly in senior living, families can know folks usually enjoy the food and the atmosphere, and the kitchen also prepares guest meals so visitors can eat with their loved ones.
Faith and spirituality matter to a lot of people, so they've made room for onsite devotional services and they even organize trips for offsite worship, which some residents might like, and there's always a schedule full of social, physical, educational, and volunteer activities for building friendships and keeping minds sharp, plus a fitness center, wellness center, and therapy options like speech, strength training, and reminiscence therapy, with balance and nutrition consultations available if needed, and chores like laundry and housekeeping are taken care of so residents can focus on hobbies and spending time together.
The place is known for being cheerful and welcoming, with staff who've received recognition for their kindness and care, and there's always a team led by an executive director, currently Bonnie Keddy, making sure operations and services run smoothly day and night, and the community's part of Americare which is private and locally run, so decisions happen close to home, and folks like that. The community scores around 4.0 out of 8 reviews, which is respectable for a larger place, so people seem to appreciate the support and the activities, and the flexibility in care lets folks change what they need as life goes on.
