Shawano Older Americans Club

Shawano Older Americans Club is an assisted living facility in Shawano, WI, with 16 assisted living units and 16 senior apartments, and the place is designed for adults who need help with daily life, including people with physical and cognitive disabilities, Alzheimer's, and related conditions. The organization is a non-profit, licensed by state or local government, and focuses on offering long-term care and adult day services for seniors, with trained staff on call all day and night, and these staff members help with bathing, dressing, personal care, and mealtime help, as well as medication management, behavioral support, memory care, and continence management. The facility opens on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, has various programs for advanced aged adults, those with developmental disabilities, and people struggling with mental or emotional issues, plus they provide respite care for caregivers, which gives families a break when needed. The rooms include single bedrooms, shared apartments, studios, and private or semi-private options, and all have safety features like grab bars, pull cords, and non-slip flooring, along with television, furnished spaces, and help for people who need assistance with mobility or feeding. The community offers several amenities, from a large dining area, community cooking section, and on-site catering for parties or picnics, to wellness and therapy centers, movie nights, walking paths, exercise and fitness classes, a games room, arts and crafts room, and even a hair salon; plus, there are scheduled activities, outings, entertainment, social events, and special programs tailored for those with dementia. There's 24/7 security, HD flat screen TVs, computers with internet, an on-site pharmacy, emergency alert systems, monthly physician checks, and a licensed nurse available at all hours. They also maintain all apartment appliances and fixtures, allow for flexible visiting hours, provide transportation for outings or doctor visits, and welcome pets. The facility supports independence by offering care as needs change, provides personalized plans, prepares meals with special diets in mind, and gives housekeeping, laundry, bathroom cleaning, and help with moves, all while ensuring a homey and close-knit feel since only 16 residents can live there at a time. Communal and rest areas are always supervised, and the grounds are landscaped, with outdoor patios and spaces for both relaxation and socializing, and families often feel peace of mind knowing loved ones are cared for here, especially because the focus stays on maintaining comfort, safety, and dignity as each person ages in place.