Milton Home

The Milton Home sits on the banks of the St. Joseph River and has been around since 1951, carrying forward the mission of Robert P. and Clara I. Milton to give older adults a safe supportive environment, and the community keeps that focus today by offering a range of care options. Folks can choose from independent living for a hassle-free lifestyle, assisted living with as much help as needed for daily tasks like bathing or managing medicine, and skilled nursing for those who need ongoing medical attention, especially for complex needs, wounds, or after surgeries. There's memory care with programs for people with dementia, where staff make sure things are calm and safe to help preserve dignity and prevent wandering. For short stays, there's respite care ranging from a couple of days to two weeks, letting caregivers take a break, and the community also provides rehabilitation, including cardiac, orthopedic, and stroke recovery, so residents can regain strength before heading home. Residents can live in private rooms or apartments, many with river views, and some have kitchenettes or are big enough for couples. The building, known for its historical charm, is getting updated while keeping its original look, and there's pet-friendly space, handicap access, a salon and barber shop, a library, and even balanced dining choices. For those staying long-term, the community helps with everything from dressing and showering to activities and staying involved with hobbies or social events, and there's always someone there for medication or help in the middle of the night. The Milton Home has different payment plans, Medicaid waivers, and a choice of floor plans, which folks can tour in person if they want, and services include home care too, so residents can get care from trained aides without moving out, plus their therapy team develops rehab plans tailored for every person, with physical, occupational, speech and IV therapy as needed, and a certified nurse manages complicated wounds. The place aims to make the environment homelike and welcoming, with artwork inspired by hotels, free Wi-Fi and cable TV, and scenic vantages along the St. Joe River to enjoy from spacious rooms that are cleaned and kept tidy by staff. Sterling Healthcare Management runs the Milton Home today, and as a life plan community, they work to keep improving so residents feel comfortable, secure, and looked after, with support for both physical and emotional needs.