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Welcome to Country Manor Memory Care!
Welcome to Country Manor, the Memory Care Community that truly feels like home! If you are searching for a community
that offers individualized care, stimulating activities, peaceful outdoor space, delicious dining, security, and caregivers who are
the next best thing to family, then you have found it! Available for tours seven days a week, we welcome visitors to experience
what it is about Country Manor that makes us special.
At Country Manor, we specialize in Memory Care, our program expert will spend in-depth time learning about and getting
to know each resident in order to create specialized programs that best serve each individual. While some might love bird
watching or playing cards, others might find daily walks or devotionals more soothing. Whatever it is, our goal is to make our
residents’ interests a part of their daily lives at Country Manor.
There is no need to worry about daily tasks such as housekeeping and meal preparations. We have it covered! Our staff will
tend to all cleaning and laundry service, and our kitchen will see to it that meals are nutritious and delicious. Dining is a real
treat in our community with home cooked meals made from scratch and friends and caregivers sharing the table. Picnicking is
always an option in our beautifully manicured courtyard. You will feel more like you’re enjoying a day at the park.
Walking paths, flower beds, bird feeders, a pond, a fire pit, and a gazebo all grace our courtyard, adding to the country feeling
of our community. Residents feel like they live in a neighborhood with houses and other yards nearby. Sitting on one of our
porches, they can enjoy the serenity of the outdoors.
At Country Manor, we understand that your concerns, when searching for the right community for your loved one, can
be overwhelming. We want to lift that burden for you by providing the safest, most loving and welcoming home possible as
your loved one deals with memory loss. Providing small neighborhoods of residents with caregivers in place to assist and
care for each resident ensures that social, mental, and physical needs are met at all times and that residents can truly feel at
home here with us.
Making Country Manor your home is a reward for a life well lived. Let someone else do the chores. It’s time to do
what you want to do. Join a community where the spirit of family values and neighborliness thrives.
Assisted Living Monthly Service Fees
Room Type
Monthly Rate
Daily Equivalent
Companion Suite
$3900
$128
Private Suite
$4350
$143
Deluxe Suite
$4850
$160
Our Assisted Living monthly fee includes:
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24-hour Licensed Caregivers
Daily Personal Care
Nursing Supervision
Medication Administration
Bathing and Dressing Assistance
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Nutritious, Family-style Meals
Specialized Programming
Secured building and courtyard
Weekly Housekeeping and Laundry
Utilities, Including Cable Television
Community Fee
An initial, one-time non-refundable community fee of $2,000 will be assessed at the time of move in. The community fee is used
for continued education for our caregivers, resident activities and events, and capital improvements to our property.
Incontinence Care Management
Many individuals living with dementia have incontinence which is managed by an individualized care program focused
on frequent verbal reminders, personal assistance, and the help of incontinence care products. Country Manor will provide
all of the products and assistance needed to insure that your loved one's personal hygiene needs are being met. This charge will
be assessed for any resident unable to independently care for their incontinence needs.
Incontinence Care Fee: $250/month
Respite Care
When available, Country Manor also offers short-term stays. Our overnight stays include all services and are ideal for
providing care after a hospital stay, while family is out of town or just as a way to "try out" our community. We also offer a
daily respite for caregivers who need a safe environment for their loved one throughout the day.
Overnight Respite Stay $150/night
Daytime Respite $50/day
Residents are responsible for extras such as:
• Personal toiletry items
• Dietary supplements
• Beauty/Barber Shop services
Frequently Asked Questions
Do people with Alzheimer’s need a special kind of care residence? Yes, a person with Alzheimer’s or related
dementias benefit from an environment that is reassuring and familiar, yet safe and secure. At Country Manor, 24-hour
staff ensures that residents receive help with meals, medications, bathing, dressing and grooming, in a structured
routine that provides direction throughout the day.
How is Country Manor different from other memory care options? Country Manor has the look and feel of a
family home, not an institution. Our community was specially designed to meet certain needs: to be able to walk on
continuous pathways, to spend time outdoors, to be in surroundings that feel like home, and to be engaged in
everyday activities. In addition, staff is trained to manage behavior through creative intervention and communication
tools, encourage participation in activities, and reminisce with our residents. Each of our smaller neighborhoods has
familiar features, such as a residential style kitchen, living room, and dining room. The rooms are comfortable and
beautiful; resident suites are personalized with photos and other belongings from home. We offer affordable, personalized
care and a high staff-to-resident ratio.
What are the qualifications to live at Country Manor? Residents must be able to cooperate with provided care,
attend meals in the dining room and be socially compatible. Before moving in, an assessment determines how needs
can be met. Routine follow-ups assure that the services are adjusted when needs change.
What services are included in the monthly rate? The monthly rate includes all meals and snacks, 24-hour
specially-trained staff, medication supervision and assistance, personal care assistance, utilities, maintenance,
housekeeping and laundry. Other services may be available to assist your loved ones individualized needs. In
addition, Country Manor offers a strong support program for families, which includes a resource library, places for
family gatherings and planned events throughout the year.
How long is someone able to live at Country Manor? When a resident is no longer living safely or with dignity,
we will help find more appropriate placement. However, even ill residents may stay with 24-hour support, such as
Hospice and Home Health Services.
Is there a lease or buy-in fee? No. Rent is simply month-to-month, though a community fee is required.
A thirty-day notice is typically required at the time of move-out.
Is there government help to pay for Country Manor? At this time, Country Manor is not a Medicaid or
Medicare provider. However, if your loved one is a veteran or was married to a veteran there may be some assistance
available through the VA. Also, most long term care insurance policies now cover Assisted Living, and costs may be
tax deductible under the Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act. The Country Manor staff will assist you
in determining eligibility and making necessary referrals.
How do I know when it’s time to move someone into Country Manor? Each person and situation is unique.
In general, when you begin to worry about safety, medication, nutrition, depression, or isolation issues... these are
clues that more help is needed.
While these questions are most common, we will be happy to answer any more that you may have.
Please feel free to contact us!
900 West 46th Street • Davenport, IA 52806 • Phone: (563) 391-1111 • Fax: (563) 391-6267 • www.countrymanormc.com
What is Different about Country Manor?
When it comes to Assisted Living, there are a lot of choices in our community. Here at Country Manor Memory
Care we pride ourselves in being the leading provider of care for residents with memory impairments. Below you
will find a few things that set us apart from others…and why it matters.
The warm, familiar, home-like environment is not the typical institutional memory unit setting. Our walls are
decorated with accents reminiscent of the past, that often stimulate conversation and memories all the while reducing
stress, minimizing confusion, and making family visits much more enjoyable.
All inclusive rate schedules mean NO level of care or hidden fees. Our affordable rates include fully
furnished rooms, home cooked meals and snacks, utilities, medication administration, and all of the personal care
your loved one needs. So unlike some other providers, you will never need a calculator to figure out your bill.
Our park-like, secure courtyard provides therapeutic access to nature and sunshine; meandering walkways,
flowerbeds, birdfeeders, a serene water feature and a charming gazebo, all which lift the spirit and maximize physical
health.
Life enrichment program is second to none. Our experienced Life enrichment coordinator has combined
reassuring daily routines, one-on-one reminiscing, validation therapy and exclusive memory care curriculum to
bring moments of joy to our residents seven days a week.
Small, family-style dining rooms create an intimate setting that enhances both appetite and the dining experience.
Residents are served their favorite meals in an environment that promotes socialization and community, not an
overwhelming cafeteria
Our interior circular corridors encourage walking. Not only are they barrier-free, they’re strategically
designed to channel energy along the way. We also have secure hand-rails to promote safety while maintaining
independence.
Our residential neighborhood location is quiet, safe and family-friendly. While out of the way of busy traffic,
we are still close enough to shopping and entertainment destinations to stay connected to the community.
Central bathrooms are easily accessible and when coupled with personal supervision and a specialized
incontinence care program have been proven significant in assuring health and safety.
We are the only area provider who is exclusively devoted to Memory Care, so our staff is dedicated, trained and
focused on the special needs and dignity of those with Alzheimer’s and other related dementias all day, every day.
Commitment, Attitude, Respect, and Experience guide how we provide CARE in everything that we do.
How do you know if it’s time to make a change in your loved one’s living situation?
The decision to move your aging parents out of the family home is a complex one -- both emotionally and practically.
It requires a delicate balancing act between your parents' safety and their emotional stake in staying put. Each of these
is important, and helping your parents make the right decision (while remembering that as long as they are of sound
mind, it's ultimately their decision) requires care and planning.
Key Questions to Ask
Each family is different, and the decision to move is an intensely personal one. But asking yourself (and in many
cases, asking your parents) some of the following questions can help all of you navigate this difficult terrain.
Have there been any accidents recently, or close calls? Who responded? How long did it take?
Are the activities of daily living – tasks such as eating, dressing, bathing, and going to the bathroom – getting
harder? If the answer is yes, are you able to get in-home help for your parents with personal care or with chores like
shopping, cooking, or laundry?
Are your parents becoming socially isolated? Lack of companionship can leave elderly people more vulnerable
to heart problems and other health conditions. If your parents no longer see friends or visit with neighbors, moving
to a place where they would be around other people could actually be a lifesaver.
Is the house clean and well cared for, and are basic home-maintenance tasks getting taken care of?
If not: Are your parents open to getting more in-home help? Can you or they afford it? Do you know where to find
it? And are you able to oversee it?
Can someone check in on your parents on a regular basis? If a family member, friend, or neighbor isn't nearby
and available to do this, are your parents willing to consider a home-safety alarm system or daily calling service?
What's the plan for a worst-case scenario? If there's a fire, earthquake, flood, or other disaster, is someone
nearby prepared to assist your parents?
Is your parent clean and well-groomed? If your father has always been known for his crisply ironed shirts but
starts looking disheveled, that may be a clue it's time for another level of support.
What's in the refrigerator? Is the freezer full of TV dinners and the vegetable drawer empty? Has the milk gone
sour? A quick look can tell you whether your parents are eating well or whether they'll do better someplace where
trained staff could make sure they're getting balanced meals.
How are the pets doing? What about the plants? Your parents' ability to take care of other living things may
offer clues to their ability to manage their own care.
How did your parents weather their most recent illness (for example, a flu or bad cold)? Is your mom able and
willing to seek medical care when needed, or did last winter’s cold develop into untreated bronchitis?
What does the doctor think? Call if possible or at their next appointment, talk to the doctor privately so that
you may speak freely. A great way to do this is to make arrangements ahead of time to spend a few moments with the
doctor while your parent is busy with routine procedures provided by a nurse, such as having vital signs checked. The
doctor may share your concerns about your parents’ safety at home but may also be able to alleviate them. Sometimes
your closeness to the issue can exaggerate your worries, and a little professional distance (and expertise) is just what’s
needed to clarify the picture.
How often do your parents get out – especially in the winter? Are they spending days without leaving the house
because they can no longer drive or are afraid to take the bus alone? While many elders fear being “locked away” in
a retirement home, many such residences offer regular outings that may actually keep your parents more mobile and
active, not less.
How are your parents doing compared with this time last year? A holiday can be a good time to reflect on the
previous year and take note of any significant changes. A marked decline from one year to the next may mean it’s time
to start looking -- and planning -- for a more supportive environment.
How are you doing? While this decision is not primarily about you, your own exhaustion can be a good gauge
of a decline in your parents’ ability to care for themselves. If your parents’ need for care is cutting into your ability to
spend time with your own family, interfering with your job, or just plain wearing you out, that may be a sign that it’s
time to start looking at other options.
Are your parents happy? Safety is crucial, of course, but so is your parents’ emotional well-being. If they’re
riddled with anxieties or increasingly lonely, then that may tip the scales toward a move that may not be 100 percent
necessary at this point for health and safety reasons. On the other hand, if your parents have a full life, close neighborhood
and community connections, or simply enjoy being at home, it’s worth exhausting every option before pushing them
to move out of the home they love.
How do others think your parent is faring? Sometimes it helps to get a second opinion, either from a family
friend or relative or from a professional geriatric care manager who visits your parent’s home and does an informal
evaluation. While parents may initially resist the notion of a “total stranger” checking them out, this one may be
worth insisting on (offer to pay for it as a gift). You may be surprised to find your parent is willing to share doubts or
vulnerabilities with a sympathetic, experienced stranger that he’s unable to admit to his own children.
What do your parents want? This may be the most important question of all -- and you may be surprised by
the answer. While an initial response may be a knee-jerk “I’ll cross that bridge when I come to it,” many older people
harbor the same fears for their current and future safety and security that their children do, even if pride keeps them
from voicing them. Take the time to sit down with your parents, draw out their concerns, and find out what they fear
most about moving out. Ask what they want to change about their life, rather than launching into your worries for
them or what you think they ought to do. At this stage of development, people need to be able to control what they
can. They are also in the process of reviewing their life and thinking of the legacy they wish to leave. Understanding
and respecting these priorities may give you and your parents all the information needed to make the right decision
for the whole family.