Caring Alternatives focuses on both in-home care services and assisted living for seniors, where they really try to keep everyone as independent as possible, and the caregivers there get specific training so they know how to help with daily tasks, whether that's in a person's home or in one of their assisted living buildings. They've got two main assisted living places in the greater Milwaukee area, with Caring Alternatives of Muskego having 34 beds and 30 units, and Caring Alternatives of Oak Creek having 52 beds and 45 units, and they handle things like FHA finance and HUD's LEAN program with groups like Walker & Dunlop, since they build and sponsor these assisted living properties themselves, plus Ms. Wendy Sievert is the Executive Administrator.
They try to keep care consistent and always have staff available, including nurses and LPNs, and you'll find amenities like dining services and laundry, with daily support for meals, medication, and help with bathing or dressing, and they go out of their way for families too by focusing on regular communication. They offer care for folks who have leg ulcers or need hospice, along with respite care if family caregivers need a break, and they make rooms available for both singles and couples, with private units that include their own bathrooms, climate controls, cable TV, and a phone jack.
The setting in Muskego has a warm, home-like feeling with scenic views from a big patio that looks out at the woods, and safety gets attention with delayed egress doors and a wireless call system, so residents can get help quickly when it's needed, and for some relaxation, there's a whirlpool spa room and a full-service beauty salon. Residents can use the library with wireless internet, join activities like Arts & Crafts, Board Games, Sing A Long, Movie Nights, and more, or go to the activity room for specialized therapy, and the main dining area is where folks gather for meals, while families can book a private dining room for special events or small get-togethers.
Those living there can keep a good deal of independence but have help when needed, with a variety of community-based options, including memory care communities that offer a secure place for those with Alzheimer's or dementia, and staff are trained for these situations, even using alert systems for wandering. The community also has several inviting spaces, like cozy living rooms and gathering rooms with fireplaces, and you'll see four two-room suites for couples or for those who want extra space.
Caring Alternatives operates in Muskego, Wisconsin, on Pioneer Dr., and has a website at caringalternatives.net for more information, with driving directions if needed. They aren't BBB accredited, but they do work hard to provide a blend of practical senior care and thoughtful support, whether that's through long-term care, guidance for families, or the daily routines that help keep seniors comfortable, active, and as independent as possible.
