What are you looking for in assisted living? Wedgewood South fits the bill

Assisted living brings the best of an independent home environment together with high-quality services unavailable at home. For seniors seeking an independent and vibrant lifestyle, while receiving the help they need with daily activities, assisted living is an excellent choice.Wedgewood South, a non-profit, faith-based assisted living facility, has a solid reputation for delivering the finest in assisted living care. Serving the community for 11 years, Wedgewood South is owned and operated by Lutheran Social Services (LSS), which purchased the facility in 2002. Wedgewood South takes great pride in delivering excellent customer service to residents and their families.As you begin your search for an assisted living community, it’s important to evaluate potential communities and how well they will match your  individual needs. Consider not only the things you can see, like the decor, but the things you can’t, like the evacuation plan and longevity of the staff. A community which is based on a general philosophy of care that treats residents with dignity and respect will provide the best choice of care and lifestyle.The Wedgewood South staff says the following are important considerations to make when evaluating assisted living facilities:• As you arrive at the residence, do you like its appearance? Did you receive a warm welcome? Is the decor attractive and homelike?• Is the community well-designed for your needs? Is the floor plan easy to navigate, with dining rooms and recreation areas close at hand?• Are there safety features built into the facility, such as a storm shelter? Would it be easy for you to evacuate the building in case of an emergency?• Is staff available to provide 24-hour assistance with activities of daily living if needed? What is the staff to resident ratio? Will I be working with the same staff members over time?• How is the food service? Are meals served in a homelike dining room? Do residents have input in menu planning?You are invited to visit Wedgewood South to tour the lovely assisted living home and get answers to these and any other questions you may have.At Wedgewood South, residents’ needs and desires always come

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