1. Staff - “Leaders and Pioneers…Locally Owned and Operated”
   1. Healthcare Coordinator is a Registered Nurse
   2. Resident Care Coordinator (Monday – Friday)
   3. Residential Assistants 24/7*; Trained for emergencies
   4. Administrator/Owner Since we started in 1990
       
      
2. Care - “Choices of Complete and Comprehensive Program”
   1. The right amount of care… resident’s current and changing needs
   2. Long-Term, Respite, Hospice and Dementia Friendly Services
   3. Four levels of “Care Options A- D” custom fit to individual residents
   4. Whirlpool “therapy” and private showers for complete hygiene
   5. Chair exercise, stationary bicycle and walking activities for wellness
   6. Staff hours adjusted to census and ISP* orders
   7. All staff are involved with Quality Assurance Program
   8. Regular outings with Admin/Owner “Safaris ”
   9. All staff are involved with activities programming – GRO*
       
3. House Design - “Short distance to dining room & bathroom”
   1. The right amount of space… resident choice of unit size and design
   2. Emergency Staff Calling system &Wanderguard connected to staff paging
   3. Units circled around “Home and Family Like” space
   4. We are not a sprawling apartment complex with required walking
   5. Built into hill… safe place during tornado
   6. All units exit on ground level for safety
   7. Multiple common spaces accommodate variety of planned activities
   8. The right size, not too big and not too small “Ask us why”
       
      
4. Location - “Centrally located and a Natural part of the community”
   1. Close to everything with good sidewalks to shops and services
   2. Front lounge allows viewing Ripon activities (parades, Dickens of a Christmas, etc)
   3. Friends and Family have easy access when shopping downtown
   4. Senior Center across the street
   5. Transportation systems at front door
   6. Integrated with various age groups and volunteers
       
      
5. Training - “Four State approved Modules plus more”
   1. Resident related, Need assessment and ISP (Individual Service Plan)
   2. Universal precautions
   3. Dietary needs, planning, serving and sanitation
   4. Medications training, plus nurse supervised
   5. Plus, Staff always in training on the job… answers from our nurses
   6. Ask us about the importance of a nurse with healthcare
       
      
6. Admissions - “Activated POA* is Acceptable”
   1. Discharging from Hospital is okay if POA is activated
   2. Same day notice/discharge from Hospital okay (Respite Plan)
   3. Guardianship placements are accepted
   4. Dementia Friendly services available
   5. Less Restrictive, Simple and Immediate
   6. Family can view website from any state www.americanhouses.net
   7. Call or email an inquiry to sahinc@charter.net
       
      
7. Licensed CBRF and “Certified Independent Apartments”
   1. Focused on Long-Term Care “Balance between Care & Space”
   2. Full private bathroom, kitchenette, lockable door
   3. Private bathrooms facilitate infection control
   4. Not trying to be an apartment complex, nursing home or hospital
   5. Different than the typical CBRF* or group home setting
   6. Quality Care in a “Family Like”Homey setting with privacy

   
   

8. WHEDA* - “Affordable Choices Since 1990”
   1. Special fixed low interest loans stabilize facility costs
   2. Regulated revenue cap helps assure best value to seniors
   3. Professional Asset management group (over $3 billion)
   4. Rates are very competitive in town, across state and country
   5. Standing behind us and supporting our efforts since 1990
   6. For All senior Americans, Religions and Financial means
       
      
9. Dietary Program – “Separate handout available, specific to the food”
   1. Just ask for a copy of our Dietary Program 2006
      
   2. Resident input welcomed by our Chef
      

To make the best informed decision, for yourself or loved one, please make notes and call or email Nancy Trotter for a free consultation.