The Lodge at Stephens Lake delivers Assisted Living, Independent Living, and a secure Memory Care program. The clinical team is prepared for residents who wander in the morning or evening, pose an elopement risk, show combative or other behavioral issues, stay up all night, or need wound care, oxygen, or specialized diets. Staff manage diabetics whether they are on oral medications, injections, or a sliding-scale regimen and are equipped to serve adults under 60 when appropriate. Support extends to residents living with advanced dementia, with care plans adjusted to the progression of the condition.
A registered nurse or licensed practical nurse is on site, and a nurse is on call around the clock. Caregivers remain awake overnight, doors are alarmed, the rear grounds are fenced, and rooms are equipped with pull cords and PERS devices for rapid response. Background checks are standard for all employees, and an activity director oversees daily programming. On-site podiatry, dental visits, and a fully equipped therapy room reduce the need for off-site travel. Residents can receive full assistance with bathing, dressing, eating, and toileting. Transfer help ranges from standby supervision to two-person lifts, and both walkers and wheelchairs are accommodated.
Apartments vary in size and layout; many include private bathrooms, kitchenettes, independent temperature controls, cable access, and in-unit laundry. Residents may paint or decorate their rooms, and weekly housekeeping is standard, with scheduled community laundry provided if a unit lacks its own machines. Independent Living residents receive the same apartment options, routine housekeeping, and one daily meal. Not every unit contains all listed features, so prospective residents should confirm availability during a tour.
Meals feature a daily set menu with the option to order alternatives, and snacks are available at any time. Room service can be arranged, and a private dining room is reserved for family gatherings or special events. The culinary team accommodates mechanical-chopped, puréed, thickened-liquid, vegetarian, vegan, and other physician-ordered diets, coordinating closely with nursing staff to meet nutritional and blood-sugar targets.
Residents benefit from on-site parking, wheelchair-accessible common spaces, and concierge-arranged transportation for appointments or shopping. Amenities include a barber and beauty shop, movie room, library, high-speed internet access, communal gardens, and scheduled religious services, along with a variety of special-interest clubs. Pets are allowed. It's a good idea to check with the community during your visit to see if your pet will be allowed.