Salem Crossing sits just a mile from St. Vincent Salem Hospital and about five miles northwest of downtown Salem, and folks living there have private or semi-private suites with large floor plans, cable TV, phones, WiFi access, and views of the landscaped grounds, which are nice to look at, and every suite's got its own emergency response system. The place stays open around the clock with caring staff and therapists who know how to look after older adults and they work with each person to figure out exactly what help is needed, including things like nursing care, help with daily tasks, medication management, and rehabilitation services, and there's support for long-term care or short stays, which can be helpful if a family member needs a break. Salem Crossing has something called Auguste's Cottage Memory Care, which is in a secure, cozy part of the community made just for folks who need memory support, and they use research-based programs, reminiscence, and plenty of daily activities to help maintain independence and wellness for people living with dementia or Alzheimer's. There's also the Moving Forward Rehabilitation program for folks coming back from surgery, a stroke, or hospital stay, and people can get physical therapy, wound care, screenings, wheelchair and mobility training, or just help getting stronger before heading back home.
It's a home-like place with common areas where people can watch TV, join a musical group, play games like Nintendo Wii bowling, create arts and crafts, or go to story time and educational programs like lectures. There's a dining room where residents get all their meals served three times a day, and if they want, there's also room service. Housekeeping and laundry are included, so folks don't have to worry there, and there's help with linen changes and dry cleaning too. Salem Crossing has outdoor patios and gardens for fresh air and gathering, a courtyard, and an elegant family lounge for visits. Parking's available for residents and their guests so people can come and go, and transportation is provided for errands and medical appointments. For spiritual needs, they offer in-house religious services. Every care plan is set up for the person's own needs, and the staff work as a team with doctors, nurses, therapists, and social workers. They also have special care for those at the end of life with hospice or palliative care that includes medical and emotional support. Short-term respite care lets caregivers get a break while making sure their loved one is safe and looked after, and rehabilitation can be repeated as needed. Tours are welcome for families who want to see how things are, and the focus stays on being a safe, friendly place where people and their families feel supported. Salem Crossing is licensed under number 14-000223-1.
