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How does St. Paul's Senior Homes & Services define Independent Living? The Independent Living environment at St. Paul's is designed for residents seeking a comprehensive package of household management services. Private resident apartments are available in various sizes and include semi-monthly housekeeping and weekly linen service. Independent Living Residents also receive three meals per day as part of the basic package. Other options such as in-room telephone, cable service and underground parking are also available. How does St. Paul's Independent Living differ from its Assisted Living? Independent Living Residents must be able to dress, groom and bathe themselves without any assistance from staff. All medications, prescribed or otherwise, must be self-administered without intervention or supervision from St. Paul's nursing staff. Aside from household conveniences, are there other benefits available to the Independent Living Resident? Many Independent Living Residents are able to benefit greatly from the companionship and camaraderie offered by fellow Residents. At St. Paul's, every Resident is encouraged to become a willing and active member of our community by participating in a variety of planning activities both on and off-site. How can Residents take advantage of St. Paul's location? St. Paul's Manor and St. Paul's Villa are conveniently located in the uptown of San Diego with a wide-range of amenities nearby. Located only a few blocks from Balboa Park, Residents can enjoy some of San Diego's finest museums and the world famous San Diego Zoo. Also, access to Downtown San Diego with its abundance of restaurants and shopping is only minutes away via bus or taxi. Residents will also find a number of medical facilities and private physician's offices within walking distance of each campus. Does St. Paul's offer a safe and secure environment for its Independent Living Residents? Both St. Paul's Manor and Villa are staffed 24/7 including on-site security personnel. As an added safety feature, each apartment is equipped with an emergency response system, which will alert staff that immediate attention is required. Does St. Paul's offer other on-site services for its Residents? Residents can take advantage of an on-site barber and beauty salon, a well-stocked library and an interfaith chapel. Roman Catholic, Episcopalian, Interdenominational and Jewish Residents can attend regular weekly services. How does St. Paul's oversee the well-being of its Independent Living Residents? In order to ensure the safety and well being of our community, each resident is asked to sign-out when leaving the premises and sign-in upon their return. Residents are requested to alert staff if they plan not to be in attendance during the evening meal. If a Resident is absent during the evening meal and did not sign-out, St. Paul's staff is then alerted that a Resident is absent and did not sign-out. Does St. Paul's offer Independent Living apartments and related services at a reasonable price? As a non-profit organization, St Paul's Senior Homes & Services is dedicated and able to provide the highest quality facilities, health care and programs consistent with affordable cost.
Does St. Paul's Senior Homes & Services have Assisted Living services? Assisted Living takes place at St. Paul's Villa, a full-service retirement community. This service is provided 24-hours a day by professional, licensed staff that give special care to Residents who need daily assistance, including use of a walker. What are some of the basic features of an Assisted Living package offered by St. Paul's Senior Homes & Services? Personalized assistance may include daily grooming, dressing and bathing twice a week. One of St Paul's certified nursing staff will also dispense all prescribed medication in accordance with your doctor's direction. In addition, St. Paul's provides housekeeping and laundry service on a monthly basis. Will the staff at St. Paul's know if the needs of the Resident are continually being met and when it might be appropriate to suggest that the resident require additional assistance and care? At St. Paul's, the caregivers are always looking out for the best interest and comfort of the Residents. Any noticeable change in behavior or level of ability is quickly reported and addressed. If additional care is required, St. Paul's staff will contact the Resident and their family to discuss a course of action. Does St. Paul's provide any level of assistance or transportation options to accommodate for doctor's appointments? Transportation to doctor's appointments is provided on scheduled days with St. Paul's bus or through volunteer drivers. If a Resident schedules an appointment at a different time than the St. Paul's schedule, they will need to take advantage of the excellent city bus lines that pass St Paul's Villa or the city taxi service. Are there any restrictions imposed on the Assisted Living Resident regarding their
ability to participate in activities, both on and off-site at Whenever possible, every resident at St. Paul's is encouraged to remain active and involved within our community. Assisted Living Residents do enjoy being off-site with their families. They also participate in off-site activities as a part of St. Paul's regular activities programs, which always include staff in attendance. Does St. Paul's accommodate the use of walkers and wheelchairs for its Residents? St. Paul's Villa accommodates walkers on the Assisted Living floor and common areas. Wheelchairs are only accommodated at the Villa if Residents can transport themselves in and out of the chair and get around on their own. The John A. McColl Family Health Center, our Skilled Nursing community accepts wheelchairs without conditions. Since St. Paul's welcomes Residents with a wide variety of religious backgrounds, how are the spiritual needs of its Residents addressed? Over the years, St. Paul's Senior Homes & Services has become a resource to San Diego's senior population, regardless of religious affiliation. Currently, St. Paul's offers weekly religious services for Roman Catholic, Episcopalian, Interdenominational and Jewish Residents. Church leaders from each of these groups will make themselves available at the Resident's request. St. Paul's also has an Interdenominational Chaplain on staff that understands the needs of the senior population and is sensitive to the uniqueness of an interfaith community. Are Residents allowed to furnish their living spaces with a small microwave oven and/or a refrigerator? Yes, Residents may bring an apartment-size refrigerator and a small microwave oven. However, Residents are highly encouraged to attend meals in the main dining room for socialization and total nutrition. May a Resident move in with their pet, and if so, are there any restrictions? Due to the congregate living style and many common spaces at St. Paul's, most pets could not be accommodated. However, the administrator can make an assessment on a case-by-case basis. Does St. Paul's provide special meals for their Residents? St. Paul's offers a wide variety of well-balanced meals that are nutritionally sound and well received by the Residents. While it is not economically feasible to customize every meal, St Paul's will often offer certain food types to its Residents that coincide with national and religious holidays.
What type of care does St. Paul's Senior Homes & Services provide at its skilled nursing facility? St. Paul's skilled nursing facility offers a level of professional care that is designed for individuals who require 24-hour supervision and frequent assistance with various daily living activities. Trained, professional staff are available to provide physical, occupational or speech therapy for any individual requiring rehabilitation services. Does a skilled nursing facility offer a different type of care than an assisted living residence? Yes. A skilled nursing facility offers a much more comprehensive program of care in comparison to what is typically offered in an assisted living residence. Due to the complexity and range of medical conditions encountered in a skilled nursing facility, the professional care providers must be certified and licensed by the state. Where Is St. Paul's skilled nursing facility located? St. Paul's skilled nursing facility is more commonly known as the John A. McColl Family Health Center and is located at 235 Nutmeg Street in San Diego. Being one of St. Paul's nonprofit retirement facilities, how does the John A. McColl Family Health Center compare with other skilled nursing facilities that are profit based? As part of a successful nonprofit organization, the John A. McColl Family Health Center, consistent with the corporate mission, is able to deliver quality services at an affordable price without the overriding need to realize a profit for its owners. All income received in excess of operational expenses is used to benefit the quality of life for all St. Paul's residents. Does the John A. McColl Family Health Center accept Residents that are incontinent? Yes. The John A. McColl Family Health Center provides care for Residents with incontinence as an optional level of service. Are there any items that St. Paul's offers on a rental basis to its Residents at the John A. McColl Family Health Center? Residents may request to rent a wheelchair, geriatric chair or television during their stay. Optional telephone service is also available for each Resident. How does St. Paul's encourage the involvement of family in the Resident's care and overall well-being? St. Paul's recognizes that the involvement of family members, along with regular visits, can contribute greatly towards the improved health and well-being of its residents. Staff at the John A. McColl Family Health Center will coordinate meetings with family members to discuss the changing needs of the Resident and how it will affect the level of care being provided. Family members can also take advantage of a support group sponsored by St. Paul's. How does an individual's religious affiliation affect their application for admission? Every retirement and care facility affiliated with St. Paul's Senior Homes & Services is a non-denominational community. The John A. McColl Family Health Center accepts applications and admissions without regard to race, creed, religion, age or national origin. Are there any non-medical services available at the John A. McColl Family Health Center? Yes. Residents can take advantage of a beauty salon/barber shop, which offers reasonably priced services on a regular basis. Also located within the John A. McColl Family Health Center is an interfaith chapel which is available to all Residents regardless of faith. Does St. Paul's skilled nursing facility cater to Residents with special dietary needs? Yes. The John A. McColl Family Health Center offers an array of dietary choices that can be selected according to a physician's specification or to accommodate other personal dietary requirements. Do Residents at The John A. McColl Family Health Center have a choice regarding the source of their prescription medications? Yes. Residents are offered the choice of having their prescription medication orders filled through a licensed on-site pharmacy or through an outside source of their own choice. Can St. Paul's provide direct-billing to a Resident's insurance provider? St. Paul's can provide direct-billing for Resident's covered through Medicare. However, Residents that are covered through private insurance companies or HMOs must submit claims directly to their insurance provider and request reimbursement.
What benefit does St. Paul's Senior Day Program provide to its guests? St. Paul's Senior Day Program provides an opportunity for seniors to enjoy time away from home in an environment designed to meet a variety of needs. Guests can choose to spend their time participating in planned activities, visiting with the children from the Day Care Program, relaxing in a quiet setting or simply socializing with their peers. Why is St. Paul's referred to as an inter-generational care provider? St. Paul's is one of the first day care providers in Southern California to offer a unique program incorporating both children and seniors into selected activities. At certain times during the day, including lunch, Senior Day guests are invited to participate in planned activities that are designed to be fun and creative for both groups. Does St Paul's accept senior of all ages? Yes. Any senior citizen (62+) is invited to attend St. Paul's Senior Day Program. Exceptions may be made by the Senior Day Program Administrator for those seeking admission under the age of 62. What type of care do guests receive from St. Paul's Senior Day staff? While St. Paul's offers a choice of activities and settings, it is much more than a senior community center. A skilled staff is on hand to attend to the special physical needs of the guests and a full-time Activities Coordinator helps keep guests active and involved. Many of the programs offered are not only entertaining, but they are also specifically designed to stimulate seniors both physically and mentally. What are the hours of operation for the Senior Day Program? St. Paul's Senior Day facility, available from 7:30am to 6:00pm, is designed to accommodate a wide-array of schedules for both seniors and their caregivers. Does St. Paul's offer guests an option to attend for less than an entire day? Yes. Senior Day guests may attend on a part-time basis which is defined as 5 hours or under. Full-time guests are welcome to spend the entire day. Are meals part of the Senior Day Program? A nutritional lunch is included for Senior Day guests. Senior Day guests are also welcome to invite family members and friends to join them for lunch in St. Paul's Community Cafe. Lunches provided to outside guests can be charged and billed monthly. St. Paul's also offers breakfast and dinner options for any Senior Day guest on-site during early morning and evening hours. Are there any reasons that St. Paul's would not accept a guest into its Senior Day Program? Since St. Paul's Senior Day program was specifically designed to meet the specific needs associated with aging, there are only a few requirements that must be met by all candidates. These requirements include, but are not limited to, the ability to eat without assistance, no need for the use of a wheelchair, no history of excessive wandering, no problem with any form of incontinence, no infectious diseases and the ability to conduct oneself without aggressive behavior. What are some of the typical activities offered to Senior Day guests? In addition to the Inter-generational program, St. Paul's offers other activities designed to stimulate and entertain guests throughout the day. Senior Day guests might find themselves participating in an activity that includes cooking, light physical exercise or maybe simply playing a game. Also, being located only a few short blocks from Balboa Park provides Senior Day guests with access to San Diego's many museums and other well-known attractions. Lunch outings, musical programs, pet therapy and scenic bus tours round out the planned activity calendar.
What type of child care does St. Paul's provide? St. Paul's Child Care Services is licensed by the State of California to provide child care services for infants and preschool aged children. This includes children from 2 months through 5 years old. The Child Care program is managed and operated by St. Paul's Senior Homes & Services, which also offers a state-licensed Adult Day Care program for senior citizens. When are St. Paul's Child Care Services made available? St. Paul's Community Child Care Center is available Monday-Friday from 6:30am to 6:30pm. By offering over 10 hours of available coverage, St Paul's Child Care program can accommodate a wide range of schedules. The Center is located at 328 Maple Street in San Diego, which is only moments from the Downtown business district. What are the qualifications of St. Paul's Child Care staff? All teachers employed in the Child Care program have an academic background in Early Childhood Education in addition to CPR and First Aid Certification. Previous teaching experience in a licensed child care facility is also required. What is St. Paul's Inter-generational program? St. Paul's Senior Hones & Services offers a Senior Day Care program for senior citizens in addition to its Child Care Services. As an intergenerational care provider, St. Paul's is one of the first organizations of its kind in Southern California to develop an innovative program designed to enhance and enrich the lives of both seniors and children. Twice during the day, and at lunch time, seniors and children come together to participate in specific programs and activities proven to be entertaining and rewarding for both. Is lunch included as part of the Child Care program? Yes. A nutritious and well-balanced lunch is provided daily and is included as part of the program. Lunch is served in St Paul's Community Cafe located adjacent to the Community Child Care Center. Additional meals nay also be purchased by any parent who chooses to visit their child during lunch. What are basic principles of St. Paul's Child Care program? St. Paul's Child Care program offers a safe, caring and nurturing environment designed to stimulate the social, physical, intellectual and emotional growth of children. Age-specific activities are designed to promote values and morals in a nondenominational setting. Is St. Paul's Child Care program designed for families that are members of a specific religious denomination? No. St. Paul's Child Care Services is a member of St Paul's Senior Hones & Services which is a nonprofit organization serving the entire community of San Diego. What can parents expect if their child becomes ill during the day and requires
immediate attention?
St. Paul's staff will immediately notify a parent, or their designated contact, should a child become ill during the day and require care at home. Unlike most day care facilities, St. Paul's offers the added service of having a skilled, registered nurse on site during business hours. In order to ensure the well-being of the child, as well as other day care guests, parents are asked to return home with their child within one hour of notification. What is the cost for Child Care services? Child care service fees can vary and are based on age and length of stay. For more information, please contact St. Paul's directly. Child care pricing is available on our website at Child Care Services
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