Hickory Creek at Columbus is a senior community in Indiana that offers different types of care including assisted living, independent living, memory care, home care, and skilled nursing. The building has safety features like sprinkler systems, accessible design for wheelchairs, and is fully equipped to help prevent accidents, which makes moving around easier for everyone. Residents have access to washers and dryers, cable TV, Wi-Fi, and guest parking, so visitors don't need to worry about where to park. The property includes a game room, dining room, a fitness center, and a salon/barbershop, along with kitchens or kitchenettes and regular housekeeping and maintenance. Staff help residents with bathing, toileting, dressing, grooming, and eating if someone's not able to do these things alone, and they give extra help for walking and using wheelchairs. Laundry and dry cleaning are available and personal care assistants work with each resident based on their written care plan.
The staff includes registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, certified nursing assistants, and a care team with an administrator named Emily Russell. Hickory Creek at Columbus offers medical services like podiatry, wound care, medication support, therapy for speech, physical abilities, and occupational skills, and provides help with overall health management to prevent problems like pressure sores. Residents can get influenza and pneumococcal vaccinations here and benefit from programs that focus on their general health and wellness. The center runs many activities, including social gatherings, arts and crafts, educational programs, and exercises. People can take part in family or resident councils where everyone can share their thoughts about the community. There are transportation services for medical appointments or outings in town, and the facility sets up scheduled tours for those wanting to explore.
Long-term care, short-term rehab following things like a stroke or surgery, skilled nursing, hospice, and respite care are all available, with support for both the resident and their families. Teams often include doctors, nurses, aides, social workers, and even spiritual and bereavement counselors, especially for those needing extra comfort or end-of-life support. The exclusive Road to Recovery program helps new residents set recovery goals in the first 72 hours, aiming for the best possible outcome with a team approach toward rehabilitation, wound care, and mobility. The place isn't attached to a hospital but accepts Medicare and Medicaid and has Medicaid specialists for those who need financial help. Out of 38 certified beds, the usual occupancy is around 30, which means it's not overcrowded and residents receive personal attention. The facility is managed by American Senior Communities and is part of a larger group of care homes, but operates as a non-profit and works with the Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce.
Hickory Creek at Columbus is designed to be homelike, cheerful, and peaceful, with rooms and shared spaces set up to be both secure and comfortable. Meals are provided with full dining services, and housekeeping keeps things tidy. The staff's main goal is to help residents keep their dignity and self-respect, making sure care is done according to each person's needs and professional standards. The focus always stays on health, comfort, and safety for all who live here.
