Q.	Describe what you mean by “Assisted Living.”
A.	Our Assisted Living is designed for older adults who value gracious living but no longer choose to live alone or who may need some assistance with their activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and medication reminders. The emphasis at The Gardens is on wellness and helping residents to be as independent as possible by providing a customized plan of assistance based on each resident’s particular needs.
Q.	Is The Gardens part of a corporate chain or privately owned?
A.	The Gardens is family owned and operated. The Bainum family has earned a reputation for providing quality healthcare for seniors over the past 40 years.
Q.	What types of accommodations are available at The Gardens?
A.	The Gardens offers lovely suites and apartments, most with kitchenettes. The common spaces are comfortable and homey - definitely a place residents will be proud to call “home.” (Suites and apartments are furnished in our Special Care Center.)
Q.	Do you have a licensed Nurse on duty?
A.	Yes, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Q.	Can The Gardens care for residents who use wheelchairs or walkers?
A.	Yes. The Gardens has been carefully designed to care for residents who use wheelchairs, walkers, and other ambulatory assistance devices. We provide as much assistance as needed in order to enable participation in all aspects of community life.
Q.	When help or assistance are needed, who will be providing that assistance?
A.	The answer depends on what your need is at that moment. It could be a nurse, caregiver, or hostess. We do assure you that the person who helps you will be well trained and will be able to provide just the help you need.
Q.	Does The Gardens have a Registered Physical Therapist on staff? What about a Registered Occupational Therapist and a Speech Pathologist?
A.	Yes, we have all three services available. In fact, we offer residents a complete Geriatric Rehabilitation Team.
Q.	Do you provide medications?
A.	You may bring your own medications, have them delivered by your pharmacy, or you may purchase them from our pharmacy.
Q.	Can special dietary requests be accommodated?
A.	Vegetarian meals or special diets as ordered by physicians are easily available upon request.
Q.	Are there regular activities for residents at The Gardens?
A.	Yes. We place a high priority on offering a variety of stimulating activities such as cooking classes, arts and crafts, lectures on current events, special them parties, and outings around town and into the countryside - these are just some of the activities we offer on a regular basis.
Q.	What’s the massage program all about?
A.	A Massage Therapist offers complimentary massages to our residents on a regular basis. Our residents love this hands-on program that has proven in some instances to reduce the need for medication.
Q.	Does The Gardens have a special program for persons with Alzheimer’s or related conditions?
A.	Our Special Care Center is located on the patio level and has been designed and planned for those with Alzheimer’s and related memory impairments.
Q.	Do you allow pets to live at The Gardens?
A.	Yes. Cats pending a pet interview with owner and pet.
Q.	Do you provide transportation?
A.	Yes, scheduled van transportation to Fair Oaks Mall, local grocery stores, community events, and local medical offices is just one of the many services offered at The Gardens.
Q.	Is this a smoke free community?
A.	Yes, all suites and apartments, all common public areas, and staff work areas are smoke free. Smoking is permitted in designated areas only.
Q.	Does The Gardens offer short-term “respite” care?
A.	Yes. For families needing care for their loved ones by the day or by the week, The Gardens offers a wide variety of activities and the opportunity for companionship in our day care and vacation care programs, which are designed to meet your particular needs and schedule.
Q.	Are payments to The Gardens tax deductible?
A.	In January 1997, under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, (also known as the “Kennedy Kassebaum Act”) the cost of maintenance or personal care services that are required by an individual who is unable to perform at least two activities of daily living or who suffers from severe cognitive impairment and who requires supervision to protect self and others from threats to health and safety, may be tax deductible if such services are provided pursuant to a plan of care prescribed by a licensed health care practitioner. We suggest all residents consult with their own tax advisor before making any longer term care decisions based on the possible tax deductibility of assisted living costs.
If you have more questions, please call or visit us any day of the week and we will be happy to discuss any other questions or concerns you may have.

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