Wayne Manor in Wooster, OH, offers assisted living and skilled nursing care for seniors who want help with daily living but still want some independence. Leslie Hess, the administrator, runs the facility, which has staff available 24 hours a day for emergencies, help with moving from bed to wheelchair, medication management, and insulin monitoring for diabetes. Wayne Manor provides care for seniors with high, medium, or low needs and has a secure memory care community for people with dementia, with special programs like reminiscence therapy and pet therapy to keep them engaged and safe.
The community has a mix of rooms like studios, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and semi-private, many with private bathrooms, kitchenettes, cable TV, phone, Wi-Fi, and staff help included. Meals are served restaurant-style three times a day in a community dining room, with snacks and dietary options for diabetics and other needs. There's a beauty salon, barber shop, library, business room, and spacious activity rooms for things like art, music, bingo, movie nights, exercise, and ice cream socials, so folks can stay busy, socialize, and make new friends.
Wayne Manor supports different payment options such as private pay, social security, veterans' benefits, and separates fees for community, respite, buy-in, and a second resident in a room. Residents can enjoy gardens, walking paths, indoor and outdoor sitting areas, and safety features like an emergency alert system and 24-hour call system. The staff assists with daily activities like dressing, bathing, and going to the bathroom, laundry, and housekeeping, while nurse practitioners and therapy staff provide medical care through scheduled visits and on-site physical, occupational, or speech therapy.
There's scheduled transportation for medical appointments and outings, a variety of fitness and wellness programs, and daily organized activities led by Life Enrichment Directors. The community also offers respite stays for short-term care, devotional activities, memory support, and secure environments for those prone to wandering. Housekeeping, linen, maintenance, and all utilities except cable and phone (for a fee) are included, making living a bit easier. The property sits in a quiet setting with plenty of common gathering spots and a range of organized group programs, aiming to give each resident personalized attention and support while making them feel comfortable and at home.
