Schowalter Villa

Schowalter Villa has provided senior care since 1961 and sits on a seamless campus that connects to Hesston College and Dyck Arboretum of the Plains with features like the "Journey of Life" walkway. The place has a range of care from independent living to assisted living, skilled nursing, home care, respite care, and adult day services, and residents can choose between neighborhoods like Arbor Vista cottages, Lake Vista patio homes, Lakeside Village suites, and Hickory Homes apartments, plus several duplexes, four plexes, and six plexes for independent living. The campus has safety and accessibility features, staff are available 24 hours a day, and licensed nurses provide weekly visits and 24-hour nursing care for those who need it, including people living with Alzheimer's disease and other types of dementia. Schowalter Villa offers specialized care plans and personalized health services, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy in an award-winning health care area. Residents will find amenities that make day-to-day life easier and more comfortable, like meals provided, indoor common spaces, beauty shops, pool tables, a woodworking shop, a Wellness Center Library with computers and internet, and an on-site chaplain. There are walking paths indoors and outside, reflexology services, and access to the Hesston Wellness Center, complete with a heated pool, hot tub, and gym. Meals help with the cost and effort of food prep, and residents can also enjoy activities to keep moving and social, like group fitness, water aerobics, pottery, woodworking, Bible study, art, lectures, games, and cultural or educational events. The "Main Street" area has places like an ice cream parlor, a bank, and a gift shop for daily needs and treats. Schowalter Villa keeps residents active with creative arts events and supports spiritual well-being with regular programs and Bible studies; the intergenerational center, housing the Hesston Community Childcare Center, helps create community between seniors and children, and living next to Hesston College fosters lifelong learning. Refund plans are available, including options such as 80% of the entrance fee with a 50% refund, declining balance to 0%, and a rental plan. The payment options include private pay, social security, veteran's benefits, and commercial insurance, and there are various fees for community, respite, buy-in, and types of care. Living arrangements range from studios and one-bedrooms to semi-private and two-bedroom spaces. Schowalter Villa has a Christian focus and provides dedicated spaces for therapy, recreation, and gatherings, as well as facility rentals for private events. Staff assist with daily living needs, movement, and emergencies, and the community focuses on safety, comfort, and quality of life for people aged 55 and over who want retirement living, nursing care, or anything in between. It's a good idea to schedule a tour to see the rooms, staff, and activity firsthand.