Matthews of St. Francis I, managed by Purple Door, LLC, is a senior living facility in St. Francis, WI, and it offers several care types, like assisted living and memory care, for people needing different health services, and it's part of the larger Adava Care group, which provides a setting called Adava Care of Saint Francis I. The staff develop personalized care plans by working with doctors and other health professionals, which helps each resident receive care for specific needs, like incontinence care, non-ambulatory care, medication management, diabetic care, and Alzheimer's Care, and residents have access to a registered nurse at all times. The facility assists people with daily living tasks such as bathing and grooming, and respite care is available for those staying short term. Residents can have their own pets, like cats and dogs, and they can pick between one- or two-bedroom layouts, each featuring wheelchair accessible showers and tubs for safety. The community encourages social and mental engagement by offering fitness centers, TV lounges, a beauty salon, indoor and outdoor common areas, a fireplace in some social rooms, outdoor patio gardens, social and educational events, and spiritual activities to help everyone stay active and connected.
Matthews of St. Francis I focuses on keeping residents comfortable with housekeeping, laundry, and dry-cleaning handled by the staff every week, and the kitchens offer nutrition-focused meals, approved by a certified dietitian, with vegetarian options and meal plans for special dietary needs. There are services meant to help people move from their homes into senior living, and residents can set up a tour so they can see the facilities, meet staff and other residents, and get a feel for the community. There's complimentary transportation for outings and appointments, plus parking for those who drive, with help available for anyone who needs to get around, whether that's in the community van or with the use of canes, walkers, or wheelchairs. Residents can get beautician services, and the staff helps with medication management and health checks. Ancillary services like geriatric psychiatry are also offered. The facility aims to help everyone stay as independent as possible, while support is always near if someone needs it, and there are umbrellas, canes, and other parts on hand to help with daily routines. The Matthews of St. Francis I community welcomes both long-term and short-term stays and provides a careful balance of privacy, comfort, and support tailored to every resident's needs.