Westhaven Enhanced Assisted Living Residence sits in a quiet community with 16 beds, so you get a homelike setting that's smaller than many places. George Scala and Kristen Batchelder own Westhaven, and they also own two other New York facilities. The building has private and semi-private rooms, some on the second floor reached only by stairs for those on Supplemental Security Income. Every room comes fully furnished, with cable TV, telephone, Wi-Fi, and wheelchair accessible showers, so you don't have to worry about bringing much or setting things up. Residents get meals cooked for them, including vegetarian and diabetic options, with nutrition managed by a registered dietician, and there's help for those with trouble eating or who have trouble with incontinence or diabetes. There's always a nurse or healthcare staff on-site, including licensed practical nurses, home health aides, and an activities coordinator, so someone's around day and night to help with bathing, dressing, transfers, or medication.
People who live at Westhaven get help matching their needs, whether that's simple reminders or more hands-on assistance. There's 24-hour monitoring and emergency response systems all through the building, plus safety bars and handrails for steady walking and getting around. The main dining area opens up into a big common space where you can talk, play games, join group activities, or just watch television if that's what you enjoy. Around the grounds, you'll see outdoor gardens and patios where residents can relax outside or just look at the flowers, and staff often organize community activities both indoors and outdoors-including music, arts and crafts, and exercise. There's a professional beautician on site for haircuts or barber visits, so you always have a way to freshen up. Group transportation is arranged for medical appointments or planned outings, plus help with getting to and from appointments if you need it. There's regular housekeeping, laundry, and linen service, so you won't have to keep track of chores.
Westhaven runs specialized memory care programs for people with Alzheimer's or dementia. They keep these memory care residents in secure areas and offer programs with memory-enhancing activities, as well as 24-hour supervision for extra peace of mind. They also provide short-term or respite care if someone needs temporary help, or if a caregiver needs a break. The staff offers move-in coordination, hands-on nursing care, case management, physical and occupational therapy, and will work with any visiting healthcare providers the resident needs. Adult Home licensure and enhanced assisted living status mean Westhaven supports people who want to stay as independent as possible, while still having help around if they need it, including help with diabetes and incontinence care.
On Sundays or special days, there are spiritual and religious services in house and community-sponsored events, plus personal support for those who want it. Westhaven puts an emphasis on maintaining a supportive, peaceful place where adults with different needs can keep as much independence as possible, but still have people around who care and help with everyday life. Meals are in the main dining area, which opens right into the space where folks can spend time with others or take part in scheduled or spontaneous activities. Everything's arranged to make life easier for people who need help with daily living, but still want to enjoy their own routines in a safe and friendly setting.
