Prairie View in Fayette, Iowa, serves adults, seniors, and even some young adults who need help with daily life, mental health, or substance use. Prairie View is a private nonprofit facility run by Prairie View Management Inc. and offers residential care for up to 90 people in a home-like setting, where folks can get assisted living, long-term care, or specialized treatment. Staff work around the clock, helping with bathing, dressing, medication, and health needs, all while offering different kinds of therapy-like activity therapy, behavior modification, and cognitive behavioral therapy-to support personal growth and stability. The facility takes care of those with serious mental illness, dual diagnosis for mental health and substance use, and even people who come through the court system, veterans, and those with brain injuries or eating disorders, always aiming to keep everyone safe and cared for. Rooms come fully furnished, with choices for private or shared suites, each including air conditioning, cable TV, high-speed internet, telephones, kitchenettes, and private bathrooms, which is real convenient for folks who want some independence but still need help. Meals here use organic ingredients and are made by a chef with options for allergies or any special diets, plus you can eat any time thanks to restaurant-style dining.
Prairie View has group therapy, support groups, coping skill workshops, and supervised activities every day-people can join movie nights, music events, arts and crafts, or even help run their own activities, which helps with feeling like part of a community and staying busy. For exercise, there's a fitness room, walking trails outside, and a wellness room, so people can use the sauna or just relax. Staff help with transportation to medical appointments and handle housekeeping, laundry, maintenance, and all those chores, making life much easier for residents. There's always a 24-hour call system if someone needs help, plus visits from doctors and psychiatrists right on site. Prairie View stays flexible to meet each person's needs, updating care plans over time and encouraging skill building for daily living or managing emotions. Smoking's allowed only in certain spots, and the building's wheelchair accessible. Prairie View doesn't take Medicare except in special cases, but it accepts Medicaid, private insurance, VA funds, county money, and self-pay, with financial assistance possibly available. The main goal is to give people a stable, safe place with the support they need, trying to help everyone feel at home, keep their independence, and build a better everyday life, all in a simple, honest way.
