Hil Menomonee River sits in Milwaukee as a small Community Based Residential Facility, sometimes called a CBRF, that offers assisted living and memory care services for up to seven residents, mostly adults with developmental disabilities or those dealing with emotional or mental health challenges, and it's one of several related facilities like HIL Regent and HIL Andrew CBRF under the same provider's umbrella, all regulated by Wisconsin's Department of Social Services, with Hil Menomonee River specifically holding certification ID 9703. The community isn't wheelchair or handicapped accessible and takes in residents needing support for daily living, with beds in studio, companion, semi-private, or shared room layouts, all furnished and with their own telephone connections. It provides an Adult Family Home model with three to four beds in a home-like environment, and the staff offers help with medication, bathing, dressing, continence, hygiene, and getting around the building, while also keeping up with regular health checks, falls management, and scheduled bathroom reminders, and a nurse is always on call.
Living here, residents eat home-cooked meals every day with support for a wide range of dietary needs, like diabetic-friendly, allergy-sensitive, or modified menus for people with dementia, plus snacks are around all day for whenever someone wants them, and the dining room is open with all-day dining options. The care team, who speak English and sometimes other languages, works around the clock, and they check on residents at all hours with an emergency alert system in place in each room to help keep everyone safe, and there's a 24-hour security system, too. Residents get help moving around the community and with tasks like dressing and using the bathroom, plus there's access to hairstylists, as well as routines for laundry, housekeeping, and move-in support when someone new comes in. They support social connections with group activities like arts and crafts, movie nights in the community theater, fitness classes, music and animal therapy, and scheduled trips outside the facility, which means days can be as busy or as quiet as you want.
The community has gardens, walking paths, a wellness room, a barber or salon, recreation spaces, a reading room, a bistro, and even a fitness center, plus there's a sauna and a hot tub for those who want a bit more comfort, and the high-definition TVs in shared spaces offer another way to unwind and relax. Family involvement gets encouraged with monthly parties and holiday get-togethers, and the staff keeps care plans current and allows residents to have a say in their daily routines. Transportation is available for grocery trips and errands, and the staff can help set up faith-based services if needed. Rehabilitation services and respite care are also available when extra care or a short term stay is needed, and support can be provided for clinical conditions, including coordination with outside healthcare providers. Room layouts come in studio, semi-private, and companion units, and they're furnished to make the move-in process easier. Everyone's care gets tailored to their own choices and needs, and the facility works to make sure people feel engaged and safe without being overwhelmed.
