Northside Elder Estate sits at 808 N 3rd Ave in Stratford, WI and is a small, private senior living facility built for people who need more support than they can get living at home alone, but don't need a full nursing home with doctors around the clock, and they call it a Community Based Residential Facility, or CBRF, which really means that it's a place for up to six people to get care in a home-like setting where you can have your own room, bring your favorite things from home to decorate, and enjoy a bit of quiet on peaceful grounds, or maybe spend time in the garden or common rooms when you want some company. Northside Elder Estate offers help with daily needs like dressing, bathing, bathroom help, and getting in and out of the shower, and caregivers are there all hours of the day and night, so you never have to wait long if you need something, and the staff go through special training and have to keep to strict state licensing rules so the care is safe and dependable. Meals are cooked at the facility and fit special diets for things like high blood pressure or diabetes, and you get three of these every day so you don't have to worry about planning or cooking, but you still get the comfort of a home-cooked meal.
They provide different levels of care, like assisted living for people who need some regular help, memory care for those with dementia or Alzheimer's, companion care for folks who just need some company, respite care for short stays, and hospice care when it's near the end of life, and they have a security system plus locked areas so those who might wander and get lost will stay safe, which is pretty important for residents with memory problems. The place plans daily programs, movie nights, music and creative sessions, fitness and wellness schedules, and brings in music and pet therapy, and if you want to go out, they can set up and help with rides to the doctor, stores, or even faith-based activities. Some of the comforts in the building include things like a book room, game areas, areas to relax or get your hair done, and even a sauna and jacuzzi, which is more than most small places offer, and they've got both indoor common rooms for social time and quiet places if you want some peace.
They do their best to help everyone stay as independent as possible, but make sure there's support when it's needed, and keep families in the loop with tours for anyone who's interested in learning about life there. Special programs and activities run for residents living with cognitive challenges to help them stay engaged, and the outdoor spaces and activities are meant to keep people enjoying fresh air and movement when the weather is good. Safety and health are always in mind, but the place tries to keep things friendly, personal, and comfortable, never too big or crowded, and the caregivers focus on giving good attentive support to maintain a balanced life for each resident.
