Jarman Center at 704 N Main St in Tuscola, Illinois, sits in a historic building that used to be Douglas County Hospital, and you'll see some of those old country details and small-town living touches around the halls, since they turned patient rooms into different apartments, like studios, one-bedrooms, and some with two or three bedrooms for folks who want more space, and you can spot the large rooms with plenty of chairs where people can sit together and chat, play cards, or just pass the time. The place has choices for independent living, assisted living, memory care, home care, respite care, and nursing home care, so people get help that matches what they need, whether that's help with bathing or getting dressed, remembering to take medicine, or just having someone check on them through the day or night, since there's staff 24/7 and also nurses on hand.
Residents in the independent living apartments have a bit more freedom, with a full-time activity director organizing trips, field outings, and all sorts of activities like bingo, crafts, music, educational games, and even a Butterfly Nursery where releasing Monarchs is a summer thing for folks to enjoy and watch, and if you bring a small pet, cats or dogs are both welcome, and sometimes visiting animals come by too, which people appreciate. For those who need more help, assisted living and memory care programs give support with daily activities and offer special memory-enhancing events for people dealing with Alzheimer's or dementia, including settings designed to reduce confusion and keep wandering to a minimum, and there's always someone nearby to help.
Skilled nursing care is ready for those with complex health issues, including rehab therapy, wound care, and other serious needs, and the building includes round-the-clock medical attention, plus a doctor on call, and you get care for both body and mind, since they've got psychiatry, counseling, and even pain management, and there's respite care for when caregivers need a break. Jarman Center's dining setup has three home-cooked meals served each day in a big shared dining room, with menu options adjusted for health reasons-think diabetic, low sodium, gluten-free, kosher, or vegetarian choices-while a private dining space beside the main one lets folks host family, guests, or small groups.
You'll find inside and outside spaces for relaxing, like a garden area, entertainment spots, and a big parking lot, with extras like an on-site beauty salon, free laundry facilities, in-room kitchenettes for making simple meals, in-suite cable TV and WiFi, and recreational rooms. Some special features include things like elevator access between floors, an emergency button system at no extra cost, housekeeping services, and on-site or visiting clergy holding religious programs. The Rotary club uses the main dining hall, and there's a steady connection to the wider community through regular events and outreach, which keeps everyone feeling plugged in and part of town.
Transportation for local trips is covered, and you don't have to worry over separate bills, with all utilities-except phone and upgraded cable-included in the rent, and you can pick from studio and one-bedroom layouts depending on what suits you best. The whole place keeps a no-smoking policy inside, and welcomes both men and women as residents. Jarman Center's care stretches much wider than many expect, with a wide list of services on the healthcare side through Jarman Memorial Hospital, Sarah A. Jarman Memorial Hospital, and SBL Health, including cancer care, surgery, women's health, physical and occupational therapy, dental and eye care, sleep center, cardiology, orthopedics, and kidney and lung care, as well as hospice, home care, and medical equipment.
People can use onsite fitness rooms and programs, get help with nutrition and exercise goals at Healthy Living Fitness Center, or take part in the Peace Meal Senior Nutrition Program, and there's prenatal and infant care classes for families through Oh Baby!. Activities run daily, both on-site and off, spanning everything from movie nights and spiritual gatherings to group workouts and crafts, and there's always someone around for help, conversation, or just to join a game or trip, which's kept Jarman Center a community of choice for seniors and their families for over 20 years. The building's story goes back to the Jarman family whose land and estate gave the site its mission for serving those in need, and you can see some of that caring attitude still today, whether folks are looking for long-term support, a short break with respite care, or a lively independent lifestyle with a good group of friends nearby.
