The Leach Home sits at 714 N. 4th St. in Wahpeton, North Dakota, and has offered basic care services in a warm, home-like setting since 1965, and with 39 basic care beds there are private rooms and choices for private or shared baths, so each resident can have some personal space, with the building having individually controlled heating and air conditioning to keep folks comfortable, and all the utilities are included-things like basic cable TV and Wi-Fi are already taken care of, so residents don't have to worry about those bills. The staff is licensed and on duty 24 hours a day and can help with health needs like diabetic care, incontinence care, and non-ambulatory care, and there's a consulting dietician to help people keep healthy, plus, the kitchen makes three home-cooked, family-style meals a day, always with three snacks, and special diets are available if needed. The memory care unit is set up for residents needing extra safety, with secured outdoor areas and Wander Guard Bracelets for those who might be at risk of wandering, and the staff offers individualized care in these cases.
You'll see plenty of things to do, since there are daily planned activities, a billiard area with a pool table and games, and lots of indoor and outdoor common spaces to sit or visit, and there's a full calendar with things going on every day, plus weekly Protestant and Catholic services, with offsite activities happening too-bi-weekly shopping trips are arranged with the handicapped-accessible van, and that van also takes folks to medical appointments. Housekeeping and laundry services are provided regularly, so residents don't have to fuss with those chores, and for personal care, the on-site beauty and barber shop is open to everyone.
The Leach Home welcomes residents for both longer stays and short-term stays, including after surgery when someone just needs a little extra help getting back on their feet, and respite care is available if a caregiver needs a break. An emergency call system is always up and running to help people feel secure. The staff is known for being kind and helpful, and there's always someone available, day or night.
Residents can take part in activities meant to keep them active, engaged, and social, and the large screen TV is there for movie nights or group watching. Some folks choose to spend time in the secured outside sitting areas, relaxing or visiting, while others prefer indoor spaces that are easy to get around in, whether using a wheelchair or walker. Special attention goes to making the place accessible, and the facility uses English for communication. There's a strong sense of community, with basic care and memory care services, but no nursing facility beds or assisted living beds-so the focus stays on basic care, memory care, and respite or short-term help. The Leach Home has been a steady place in Wahpeton for many years, offering professional care in a simple, homelike setting.
