Parklane West Healthcare Center sits on landscaped grounds with walking paths and an outdoor courtyard where residents can spend time outdoors or visit with friends and family, and they keep things wheelchair accessible so everyone can get around easily, and there's resident parking if you drive or have visitors stop by, plus you're close to buslines if you use public transportation, and when you need to get somewhere special, there's complimentary transportation or an option to use transportation services for an extra cost. The apartments are roomy and well set-up, with private bathrooms, many furnished, and utilities included, and the showers are wheelchair accessible, which can help if mobility changes over time, and they've even stacked in helpful touches like laundry rooms with washers and dryers available at no charge, and regular housekeeping and linen services, so keeping things neat and comfortable is one less thing to think about. They've focused on meals and dining with nutritious choices planned by chefs, served up restaurant-style with table linens and wait staff, and they play music while you eat, which can make the mealtime feel a little warmer, and if anyone needs a bit of extra help at mealtime, there's dining assistance, too, which is useful if hands aren't as steady as they used to be. The staff there handle medication management and give personal assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, and hygiene, even offering incontinence support, from reminders and bathroom scheduling to hands-on help as needed, and there's always help with mobility for moving safely about the grounds and in-between activities so fewer falls happen and folks aren't left by themselves when they need a hand.
The place offers a mix of independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and it's a continuing care retirement community, which means you can get different care options in the same place if your needs change over time, so folks can move from one area to another without leaving familiar surroundings and friends, and they don't make you pay an entrance fee or tie you down with a long-term contract, since it's a rental. They keep doctors, nurses, and other healthcare workers around to answer questions and monitor residents' health, and there's a 24-hour emergency call system in case something happens at any hour, and they've got security on campus as well. The skilled nursing and rehabilitation programs bring in therapies for speech, physical movement, and daily skills, and they set up personal therapy plans using both hands-on training and newer high-tech equipment, always working with each person to tailor the recovery or maintenance plan as needed, whether for short-term rehab or longer-term care. They also support folks with counseling, therapy, education, and vocational rehab, and they can help with disability screening, assistive tech, and advocate for disability-related concerns when needed. There is child care, bereavement and grief support, caregiver and family support, and benefits navigation, which is handy if you're not sure what's available to help cover care.
Around campus, there are things to do every day, from classes in the B-Fit fitness program like Tai chi, yoga, and dancing, to games like bridge and pinochle in the activities room, organized outings into the wider community, group parties, movies, and live music, and they've got both indoor and outdoor common spaces for socializing, whether you like to talk, read in the library, or just watch folks come and go. There's also a beauty salon and barbershop right on campus, and devotional services both onsite and offsite for spiritual needs. Cultural, social, educational, and recreational activities bring people together, and if someone needs a break or is recovering, respite care and hospice services are both provided.
Apartments and campus are always kept as clean as possible, and staff members work to be caring, knowledgeable, and available when folks need something, even right at the start of care, and people coming for a short visit or a longer stay should find help with whatever they need, no matter how small, whether that's arranging meals, getting medication reminders, or even just finding a nice place to sit and watch the day go by. If you're looking for memory care, skilled nursing, or help with daily living, or if you want to join organized activities or outings, Parklane West tries to focus on the simple things, like being safe, comfortable, and keeping up a good quality of life for everyone living there. The place holds a four-star quality care score from Medicare.gov, and they aim to work with each person, their families, and healthcare providers to make care plans that fit just right, updating them when needs change. There's also someone available to help resolve complaints if something comes up, and you can even take a virtual tour if you want a look before planning a visit.
