Diamond Willow of Detroit Lake provides a unique assisted living experience focused on person-centered care, designed to meet the diverse needs of seniors in a home-like setting. The care model at Diamond Willow is distinctly individualized, ensuring that every resident receives services and support tailored to their specific preferences and requirements. Residents benefit from all-inclusive care that encompasses assistance with daily living activities, medication administration, feeding support, and continence care. Through thoughtfully developed, individualized care plans, each resident's unique needs and routines are carefully accommodated.
A key aspect of life at Diamond Willow of Detroit Lake is the availability of an integrated care team, which includes direct care staff, an onsite leadership team, and registered nurses who work collaboratively to deliver consistent and compassionate care. This model enables residents to receive attention and support in a positive, healthy atmosphere that fosters comfort and dignity. The emphasis on smaller, intimate community settings is another hallmark of Diamond Willow. Each suite is purposefully designed to house only 8-16 residents, enabling a calm, close-knit environment where staff can truly get to know each individual. With these smaller communities, the atmosphere remains serene and homelike, helping residents feel genuinely valued and at ease.
Staff at Diamond Willow of Detroit Lake are present around the clock, with industry-leading staffing ratios of one staff member for every five residents during awake hours and one to thirteen overnight. This ensures that every resident receives prompt assistance and personal attention whenever needed. The staff are specially trained in both memory care and personal care, supporting the needs of residents at various stages of aging, including those with cognitive impairments. The care delivered here is designed to be flexible and adaptive, bridging the gap between traditional assisted living and the level of support often found in nursing homes.
To enhance residents’ quality of life, Diamond Willow of Detroit Lake also coordinates closely with other care professionals, such as hospice providers and specialists in physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Additional services, including weekly salon visits and easy-to-use virtual visit technology, help residents remain engaged and connected with loved ones, further contributing to their well-being and comfort. The emphasis on stability is evident: as residents’ care needs change, Diamond Willow’s approach allows them to remain in their own suite, minimizing the need for disruptive moves and preserving their sense of home and belonging.
At the heart of the Diamond Willow philosophy is a deep respect for each individual. CORE values—Commitment, Adaptability, Respect, and Ethics—shape every aspect of care and interaction within the community. These principles drive a culture where dignity is preserved and every resident is treated as a valued member of the community. By blending attentive care, individualized support, and a serene environment, Diamond Willow of Detroit Lake truly creates a place where seniors can thrive throughout their later years, receiving the care and respect they deserve in a setting that feels like home.