Apple Valley Place of Charles City sits in a scenic area and offers different types of care, so people can find the services they need as they get older, and they've got a good sized building with 42 licensed beds, which makes it feel like a close-knit place, and folks can choose between independent living, assisted living, or memory care all under one roof, which is handy for couples or friends who might need different kinds of support. The staff stand by all day and night, ready to help with things like bathing, dressing, and remembering medicine, and they've got special programs for people with memory problems like dementia or Alzheimer's, which is important because those folks sometimes feel lost or confused, so the community set up safe neighborhood areas and activities that help people feel comfortable and less worried.
There's a variety of rooms and units, some with kitchenettes, and they've kept things accessible, with no pets allowed, but with easy access for folks with handicaps, and they've also made sure the Wi-Fi and TV service is available in many parts of the building. The caregivers help with just the right amount of assistance so residents can stay independent as much as possible, and if people only need short-term help, like after leaving the hospital or when family needs a break, they do respite care as well. The community supports people not just physically, but also with social, spiritual, and emotional needs by offering arts, crafts, music, planned outings, and games, which can really help folks stay sharp and maintain friendships.
Apple Valley Place of Charles City gives transportation for shopping and outings, regular housekeeping, maintenance, laundry, and linen services, which means residents don't have to worry about those chores, and there are meal plans with communal dining, room service, and guest meals for visitors, so mealtimes can feel more like home, and they offer religious services, which many residents find comforting. Amenities inside include a lounge, a fitness area, a salon, and even garden spaces where residents can enjoy horticultural activities, and having cable TV in the common areas encourages folks to gather and connect. The memory care neighborhood is designed to reduce wandering and confusion for people with Alzheimer's, and the entire place aims to let people keep their dignity and individuality, with compassionate staff helping out every step of the way for as long as needed.
The community is licensed under the state license S0083 and certified to provide assisted living, independent living, and memory care options, including a Medicare-certified home health care service. There's skilled nursing and hospice care available, and general adult daycare if people need extra support during the day. The entry fee is $1,000, and services are tailored to each resident's needs, with many activities and amenities aimed at keeping folks active, happy, and connected as they age, making for a setting that feels caring and comfortable, even as needs change.
