Positive Alternative Living Services

Positive Alternative Living Services in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, runs assisted living and memory care communities that are on the small side, with places ranging from four up to twelve assisted living units in facilities like AURORA RESIDENTIAL ALTERNATIVES #041, VALLEY VIEW, SILVERLEAF OF AUGUSTA, and others such as PALMER PLACE and CRJS, so the setting feels more like a home than a big institution, which some people find a comfort, especially as the staff can give more personal attention to each person, which helps seniors who need extra support with things like bathing, dressing, transferring, and regular medication, and the whole place aims for a simple, familiar, and supportive environment. The rooms come as furnished studios or one-bedroom spaces with useful features like non-slip flooring, large closets, emergency call systems, and plenty of access to daylight, so getting around is a bit easier for anyone with mobility problems, and there's always a staff member awake at all hours and ready to help with anything from toileting assistance to medication management, or just a snack. There's memory care for folks who deal with dementia or Alzheimer's, and the design of some rooms uses color-coding to help with memory, plus they put together daily routines and activities, including special programs like mental games, arts and crafts, bingo, faith-based services, and more, and the kitchens serve up regular meals, even custom diets like for diabetes, and they'll adjust menus as the doctor orders. The facility allows pets with some restrictions, so some residents can have their little companions around for comfort, and family members are encouraged to be part of life at the community with visits and support meetings, and staff handle housekeeping and laundry so folks don't have to worry about chores. Safety stands out, too, since the building uses around-the-clock security systems and emergency response buttons in the rooms and in common areas, so if anybody needs help, they get it fast. The grounds have gardens, walking paths, and outdoor spaces for some fresh air, and there's a dining room where residents eat together, which helps people make friends and talk with neighbors, plus a café, library rooms, a beauty barbershop, and common lobbies for relaxing or playing cards. Every resident has a health plan worked out with staff, and on-site caretakers coordinate visits from outside doctors or therapists, some places offer occupational therapy or rehabilitation, and they'll help with pharmacy needs, diabetes management, and health checks. For transportation needs, the staff or arranged rides help residents get to appointments around Eau Claire, where several hospitals like Sacred Heart Hospital and Luther Hospital sit nearby, and stores, churches, and pharmacies aren't far away either. The cost for assisted living here runs about $3,847 per month, which is lower than the Wisconsin average, and they make sure all utilities are included, so the bill's predictable. Some apartments include washer and dryer access, Wi-Fi, and phone service, and every place tries to give a homey, modest touch, not fancy, but warm, with staff ready to help with whatever comes up, whether it's moving in, daily care, memory issues, or plain companionship, because staying active and supported seems to be a common goal here, with a focus on comfort and community for seniors who need an extra hand.