Autumn Light Home

Autumn Light Home in Verona, WI, sits in a quiet neighborhood and helps seniors who can't stay alone at home anymore but don't need full-on nursing care, and what you get here is a smaller, close-knit 8-bed care home with friendly staff who know how to work with older adults, even those with memory loss from things like dementia or Alzheimer's, so there's a real focus on routines, security, and watching out for people's safety-especially when it comes to stopping someone from wandering if they get confused. Each resident gets a fully furnished bedroom that's either private or semi-private with an individual bathroom, so you've got privacy and help when you need it, along with wheelchair-accessible showers and tubs for those who want to keep their independence but sometimes need a hand with showering, clothing, bathroom use, or grooming, and the staff can be available around the clock if needed. The place feels more like a home than an institution, staying cozy and clean, and they let people have pets, permit smoking, and offer Wi-Fi for those who want to keep in touch online, plus there's a garden outside and common areas indoors for activities or relaxing. You'll find planned schedules with music, movies, reading, games, exercise, and therapy options like pet therapy or music sessions, so everyone can join in or just rest if they'd rather, and for people who get bored, there's even a barber or parlor, health room, sauna, and transportation options for errands, doctor visits, or faith activities. There's help with meals, including special meal plans for diabetics or those watching their blood pressure, a kosher or vegetarian option is there, and you can get help with medication-from simple reminders to daily assistance, including insulin shots for diabetics or more complex needs if that comes up. This home's licensed for up to eight residents and keeps up with all Wisconsin state requirements, and you can always check with them or the state for a license number if you want to verify. They do adult day care, hospice care, respite or short-term stays for those who only need help for a bit, and care for folks with higher medical needs, including those who can't walk on their own or need two people to help transfer. The staff understand there are all stages of mobility and health needs, from active seniors to those who need a lot of care, so accommodations and help get tailored to what each person needs, and they've been doing this since 2007 at the 1003 Tamarack Way location, keeping things comfortable and supportive for the people who call Autumn Light Home their home.