Saint Anne Communities at Bishop Luers, located at 5610 Noll Avenue and also with a campus on Randallia Drive in Fort Wayne, Indiana, offers a wide range of care for seniors, especially those with dementia, Alzheimer's, and other memory issues, and the facility is actually licensed by the state to provide memory care which makes a difference for families who want some peace of mind about rules and safety, and you'll see they've got care services like medication monitoring, daily living help, weight management, and specialized programs such as color-coded rooms and sensory therapies that really help with memory struggles or confusion and make things a little less scary for people who might be easily upset or overwhelmed. The community can serve at least 67 seniors specifically needing dementia care, and it's got a total dementia care unit with up to 105 beds, while those who need assisted living or even independent living will find other options here, too, because they've got a continuum of care that stretches from independent living right through to skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and even adult day services, so folks can stay in one place for different needs as they age instead of having to move elsewhere.
You'll find that Saint Anne Communities at Bishop Luers focuses not just on care and safety, but also on providing a comfortable environment where seniors are encouraged to be as independent as they can manage, and that means meeting people where they're at, with help for transfers, bathing, dressing, and medication, but doing so in a way that keeps them active and supported, and they've even got brain games, activities designed for memory support, pet therapy, and daily schedules to help residents feel settled and less anxious, plus there are group and resident-organized activities, movie nights, walking paths, devotional services, and on-site or off-site outings so people stay connected and occupied. The facility's administrator, Kathy Retzios, oversees both the independent and assisted living services, and the site offers health care and medical services-things like incontinence care, diabetes diets, mental wellness support, and speech therapy-while the memory care programs pay close attention to reducing frustration and fostering some peace and comfort for those wandering in their minds a bit more each day.
The living arrangements cover a variety of needs, with options like shared quarters, studios, and one-bedroom units, all with emergency alert systems, furnished rooms, and amenities such as a kitchenette, cable or satellite TV, library, salon, and common areas for families or friends to visit, while the grounds include a garden, greenhouse, and walking paths to get outside when the weather is right. There's always someone on staff around the clock and they've got a 24-hour call system, non-ambulatory care for those less mobile, and housekeeper services like cleaning, laundry, dusting, vacuuming, and escorting folks to activities or meals, and meals themselves are supervised by a dietitian and can be tailored for allergies or diabetes, with snacks always available and a restaurant-style dining room so it doesn't feel institutional.
Safety's a focus, with 24-hour secured premises, help with transfers, bathing, and dressing, and ongoing supervision to support those with cognitive or memory impairments, and there are systems in every room for emergencies along with high-definition TVs, access to Wi-Fi, scheduled reminders, and personal monitoring to keep track of everyone. There's even transportation for groceries and medical appointments, and for those considering cost, the community says its fees can be lower than full-time nursing home care, though it isn't certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and won't take Medicare for care services, but might accept Medicaid for some fees. The community, which was once the Catholic Charities Villa of the Woods, is part of the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend's ministry work, and offers both employment for caregivers and help for families who need support with long-term care, and you can see it tries to care well for seniors and offer them dignity, comfort, and a bit of independence for as long as possible, with everything from scheduled bathroom reminders to sensory programs to help meet the challenges of aging and memory loss.
