Elkader Care Center, over at 116 Reimer Street SW in Elkader, Iowa, sits as a senior living community that brings together long-term care, short-term skilled rehabilitation, and assisted living all in one spot, and you'll find a variety of apartment floor plans within their Kingston Court Assisted Living right next door, which gives people a chance to choose what suits them best, and you notice right off the bat they have apartment-style living that lets residents personalize their homes and come and go freely. Staff here are known for being kind and caring, and they focus on each resident's needs by doing assessments during move-in, again after thirty days, and then every three months to see if something's changed that should be reflected in the service plan. You've got long-term nursing care for folks who need more daily help, plus skilled rehabilitation after surgeries or illness with physical, occupational, and speech therapy available, and they're all working together to help residents regain independence or hold on to as much as they can.
People in assisted or independent living at Elkader Care Center get two chef-inspired meals a day, and there are options for laundry, with weekly linen service for assisted living and every other week for independent, plus housekeeping is offered weekly or every other week depending on the level of care. Apartments have individually controlled thermostats, an emergency call system, a small fridge, microwave, sink, a separate living room and bedroom, and a handicap accessible bathroom with a shower, which makes things easier when you want some privacy but also need safety features in place if you're moving slower than you used to. There's a hair care salon on site, laundry rooms with washers and dryers, and common spaces where you can sit with friends or family. Residents get to join in life enrichment and social programs, and the place puts out an activity calendar and a newsletter to help everyone keep track of what's coming up.
People who need more care have access to skilled nursing at the care center and can get whirlpool therapy as well, and when someone's health takes a turn, hospice and terminal care are available so folks can stay comfortable when things get harder. Security systems are part of the building for peace of mind, and every service-whether meals, laundry, or the range of activities-aims to support a homelike feeling where everyone's allowed to stay as active or independent as they can. Staff can help with chores when needed, and personal care plans change based on each person's needs over time. Residents' rooms feel private and homelike, and the community says they want to bring comfort and make life better for everyone living there, keeping connections strong between their team, residents, and families who visit.
