What is residential care?
Residential care is for the senior who needs assistance with daily life tasks, such as bathing and medication management. The concept behind residential care is to maintain a person's independence for as long as possible. Living options range from private apartments to shared living quarters and take the form of an independent living arrangement, only with the added benefit of nursing care.

How does care for the memory-impaired differ?
The Daybreak Neighborhood at The Birches is designed specifically for those with memory-impairing illnesses such as Alzheimer's Disease. A simple straight configuration allows residents the freedom to explore inside and outdoors without the risk of becoming lost or disoriented. These residents also receive assistance with daily activities, 3 meals a day, housekeeping and linen services plus special programs and therapies.

What type of social and recreational activities do you have available?
Our full-time Activities Director and staff provide a wide range of social, recreational, religious and cultural activities within the community. Group outings such as shopping trips, dining out, local community entertainment and trips are part of the monthly recreational calendar.

Are there any VA benefits available for veterans, their spouses or widows?
VA benefits are available for those who require residential care. Please contact us directly for more information.

Tell me about the common areas at The Birches.
The Birches has many common areas throughout the community. It is our goal that you think of these areas as an extension of your apartment‚ and part of your home. Common areas in The Birches include a beauty salon, fitness center, movie theater, lounges, game room, activity room, computer room and library.

What safety and security measures are in place at The Birches?
Each apartment comes with an emergency pull cord. In the case of an emergency, residents can pull their cord and be assured that help is on the way. Our community is staffed by caregivers 24 hours a day.