Columbia Place Assisted Living sits in a two-story building and has 102 apartments, offering studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom options, so folks can have choices that fit their needs, and that includes 16 studio apartments meant just for memory care in the Expressions Memory Care neighborhood, which keeps residents with memory problems safe and supported. Meals get cooked on site and served in the dining room, with snacks through the day, and they pay close attention to any dietary restrictions which is a relief for lots of people. You'll see outdoor courtyards, walking paths, a neighborhood clubhouse, and a pool for those who enjoy some fresh air or want to chat with neighbors, and they also have indoor common spaces like lounges, a private dining room for family, and a beauty and barber shop. Each apartment has a private bathroom, kitchenette, personal heating and cooling, and emergency call systems, with accessible showers for anyone who uses a wheelchair.
There are six levels of care here, with plans that fit each person's needs, and there aren't any one-size-fits-all packages, so folks get care that matches their daily habits and health needs, making things smoother for everybody. The staff is on hand around the clock for personal care, and there's 12-16 hour nursing on-site with a nurse-on-call at all times, plus a full-time personal trainer for exercise and fall prevention. They also work with KP Cares, Housecall Providers, and other medical groups to make sure people get medical oversight, post-acute care services, rehab, hospice support, and home health care. PT/OT, dental hygiene, foot care, and medication management are provided through coordination with local specialists. Residents get help with bathing, dressing, medication management, and transfers as needed.
Memory care here uses a locked and secure courtyard, 24/7 staff, and alert systems to keep everyone safe, with specific programs for those with Alzheimer's or other memory issues, and a team that's trained to handle the unique needs that come with dementia. The community accepts both men and women and even allows pets, and there's pet therapy especially in the memory care neighborhood for comfort. They offer respite care for short stays, palliative and hospice care, and transitional services for folks leaving the hospital and not quite ready for home life.
You'll find a calendar full of activities led by an activities director, including daily exercise, music groups, cognitive activities to keep the mind sharp, support group meetings for residents and families, plus outings, happy hours, volunteer opportunities, and religious services right on site or nearby. Transportation is available for medical appointments, errands, and outings, making things less complicated for residents. Housekeeping, laundry, weekly linen changes, and meal service come with the apartments, and you'll notice that they publish a community newsletter to keep everyone informed about what's happening.
Columbia Place Assisted Living pays close attention to details that make life easier and safer-like elevators, secure community spaces, and a 24-hour call system-while keeping a focus on comfort and individual care, so people can find a balance between needing support and still having their independence. Staff and management stay available to answer questions and help new residents settle in, while the active resident council, various programs, and a steady stream of events give everyone a chance to stay active, social, and cared for in a community that values both independence and reliable support.
