Hickory Adult Family Home sits in a quiet neighborhood in Jefferson, Wisconsin, and provides a simple, comfortable place for seniors who need help with daily life, whether that's all the time or just for a little while. The home holds three licensed beds and lets residents pick from semi-private or private rooms, both furnished and set up to feel like home. Staff help with everyday tasks like bathing, dressing, moving around, and keeping up with medications, and a nurse is on staff with other medical professionals who visit when needed to help make sure everyone gets the care they need. The care team pays special attention to people living with memory loss or dementia by offering memory-enhancing activities and keeping plans tailored to each person's needs. It also offers respite care to give families a break when needed, and residents who use wheelchairs or have trouble walking can get help moving around. There's someone on duty day and night for extra peace of mind.
Residents can join in on community activities, scheduled social events like movie nights, and use simple outdoor features like walking paths and gardens when the weather's nice. Meals are provided, with special attention given to dietary needs, whether someone has diabetes, allergies, or other restrictions, and everyone eats together in the dining room at planned times, with snacks available. Laundry and housekeeping services keep things clean, and there are amenities like cable TV, Wi-Fi, and telephone access in each room. Pets are usually welcome if they're part of someone's well-being, and transportation is available for medical appointments or to visit the doctor. The home pays close attention to health and safety, using a simple emergency alert system and working with local health care providers when needed. State and local agencies regularly check on the home to make sure it meets rules for safety and senior care. Hickory Adult Family Home doesn't accept Medicare unless it gets special certification, but it gives families in Jefferson County a steady place for long-term care, memory care, or a break when full-time caregivers need one, all in a smaller, homelike setting.
