Fritz House is a care home in Paulding, Ohio, at 451 McDonald Pike, and holds up to six residents, though it has 28 senior apartments and living units with studio, one-bedroom, and semi-private rooms to choose from, and you'll find they allow pets, which can mean a lot to some folks. The place offers assisted living and memory care for Alzheimer's and dementia, along with independent living and nursing home services, and there's help for all sorts of daily needs like bathing, dressing, and eating if you need it, and they'll help folks move from bed to wheelchair or with transferring, and there's care for those with Parkinson's disease too. People get monthly check-ups with a doctor at their Wellness Center, and there's a nurse on staff and on-call, and the staff help manage medication, insulin monitoring for diabetes, and continence too, plus staff stays alert and available all day and night. Safety comes up quite a bit at Fritz House, since there's 24/7 security, panic buttons in the rooms, keypad entry doors, all units with safety features, and regular falls management checks. There's housekeeping, laundry, apartment maintenance, and all the utilities are paid, so you don't fuss with repairs or bills, and meals are made for residents, with pureed or special meals for clinical needs like high blood pressure and diabetes, plus snacks and meal help for those who need reminders or support, and chef-inspired foods served in the spacious dining hall.
Life's made easier with free transportation to doctor visits and errands, and sometimes to faith-based places, and there's a traveling barber or stylist for haircuts. Residents can use a computer area, a library room, game rooms, and enjoy walking paths outside or sit on the outdoor patios, and since Fritz House likes to keep days busy, they plan all sorts of events and outings, music therapy, pet visits, arts and crafts, fitness classes, and tabletop games. There's even a movie theater, reading room, steam room, fitness area, chapel services, and a beauty shop or on-site salon and parlor. The staff help organize all sorts of gatherings for families, and there's a communal kitchen and cooking section for creative activities and special catering if there's an occasion. The place allows families to have flexible visiting hours and offers some personal touches through concierge services. For folks worried about big moves, they'll offer respite care, so you can try out the place or stay as needed, and if you ever want to visit and take a look, you can arrange a tour to meet the staff and other residents.
Fritz House's care plan can be adjusted to fit what each person needs after an assessment, and they also cover health monitoring, physical therapy, rehabilitation, and even specialized therapies for Parkinson's. The atmosphere is home-like, as it's a small group home setting, but you've still got a lot of common areas to visit and chat or participate in devotional and group activities. They accept payment options such as private pay, long-term care insurance, and Veterans Aid and Attendance, and assisted living rates start at $3,000 a month, though this could change depending on care, room, or extra services. The Ohio Department of Health governs their license, and they support seniors who want a safe, social, and supportive environment with lots of activities and health services all under one roof, whether a person needs simple help around the house or more daily care due to memory or medical concerns.
