Homestead Health Center Inc

Homestead Health Center Inc sits in a quiet part of southwest Wichita and provides both assisted living and skilled nursing care in a not-for-profit setting, certified for Medicare and Medicaid, with 45 total beds and a special 10-bed unit for skilled rehabilitation short stays, and they've got a tradition tied to the American Baptist Church Central Region, which shows in the way they look out for people through various cause-based programs like animal welfare, climate action, and charity support. The staff help with personal care-things like bathing, dressing, and moving around-and give medication support and regular nursing care, plus there's 24-hour supervision, a 24-hour call system for emergencies, and 12-16 hours of on-site nursing each day. Residents get meals three times a day, including restaurant-style dining and special diets for diabetes, with food made onsite and help for anybody who needs it, and private or semi-private rooms come fully furnished with private bathrooms, kitchenettes, telephone, Wi-Fi, and cable TV. Housekeeping, linen services, laundry, dry cleaning, and maintenance are included, so people don't have to worry about those chores, and they provide transportation for trips and appointments, along with community-run transport when needed. The facility offers a wide range of healthcare options like rehabilitation, wound care, occupational therapy, podiatry, and regular vaccines for flu and pneumonia, along with special mental wellness programs and a patient-centered approach that focuses on comfort and dignity for everyone. There are common areas-like a dining room, small library, garden patio, fitness and wellness center, salon and barbershop, computer room, a game and activities room, and a courtyard-so residents can be with others or have some quiet time, and the building's got safety features like sprinkler systems and accessible spaces for people who use wheelchairs or need extra support. Activities at Homestead run from arts and crafts to fitness, health classes, community programs, and regular outings, plus there's a focus on social connections with volunteer opportunities and church-outreach events. The rates in 2024 range from $7,500 to $9,500 a month for a private room and $6,500 to $8,500 a month for a semi-private room, with both short-term respite care and long-term stays available, plus options for those with Alzheimer's or other memory needs. Care partners, nurses, and assistants stay involved with each resident, aiming to create a homelike place where folks feel respected and looked after, and anyone considering long-term care insurance can talk with staff about how it might help cover costs.