Shalom Care, LLC in Lansing, Michigan operates as a residential care home, focusing on everyday health oversight for adults who need varying levels of supervision. The community accommodates residents under 60, manages special diets, and supports individuals with diabetes controlled by oral medication. Care staff are trained to recognize and manage mild dementia symptoms, coordinating closely with outside physicians when more advanced intervention is required.
Around-the-clock staffing is in place, including awake night-shift personnel and 24-hour on-site security. All employees undergo background checks, and the residence accepts individuals with psychiatric diagnoses who remain medically stable. Direct assistance is available for bathing, dressing, and toileting, with partial help offered at mealtime for those who need it. Transfer support ranges from standby supervision to a one-person assist, and mobility devices such as walkers are accommodated.
Living quarters can be furnished and may include cable television service. Regular housekeeping keeps private and shared areas orderly, while scheduled laundry helps residents maintain a consistent wardrobe. Not every room offers the same features, so prospective residents should confirm specific amenities during a visit.
Meals follow a set menu prepared to meet common dietary guidelines, and staff can modify textures or ingredients to align with physician-ordered diet plans. Between scheduled meals, snacks are available to help residents maintain stable energy levels and blood sugar control.
Additional conveniences include designated outdoor areas for smoking and community-arranged transportation for medical appointments and errands.