Keeping Residents Safe
Everyone wants and needs to feel safe in their home. Living at Community Village is no exception which is why our staff constantly monitors the safety of residents.
- Each living unit is equipped with an Emergency Call System
- Medications are packaged in dated blister cards. Every dose administered is electronically charted for a constant double-check on quality and safety
- Resident Care Technicians are always the first line of resident safety and are able to provide an initial exam to determine whether medical transport is needed. MMR service is typically less than 10 minutes away with EMTs who are able to connect to the hospital emergency room when needed.
- Our staff is trained in CPR and in the use of an AED (available on site) to assist in emergency situations before EMTs arrive
- Exit doors are alarmed, including the main entrance where an elopement alert system (Wander Guard) is used. This system provides a turn-key solution for residents who are inclined to wander beyond our facility. Service for this system is provided at a modest fee
- Staff are always prepared to assist residents when they face challenges with daily life
- Our Activities Director plans regular exercises, games, and special events that help to keep muscles and joints pliable and usable
Skilled Personnel
Community Village employs sufficient Resident Care Technicians to adhere to state staffing requirements. A full-time nurse is available on-site and will attend to needs within the facility.
Medical Services Available On-Site
- Medical Doctor. Residents are welcome to continue with their own doctor; however, physicians visit our facility monthly and as needed. Residents are able to designated them as their primary care physician.
- Home Health Services. Offered by the service provider of resident’s choosing.
- Mobile Xray. Provides ultrasounds, xrays, and various imaging needs.
- Mobile Lab Services. Provides full range of lab tests.
- Podiatry Care. Foot care available.
- Hospice Care. Offered by several agencies. Provides appropriate services for end-of-life care for residents who wish to remain at Community Village.
Contracted Medical Services Provided Off-Site
- Great Lakes PACE Program. Provides rehab, physical therapy, and all other medical services for low income participants who elect PACE to replace Medicaid as their primary health insurer.
- Kalamazoo Long Term Care Pharmacy. Community Village has selected Kalamazoo Pharmacy as our sole pharmacy provider. This relationship grants access to their med carts, computers, and multiple support services which allow our staff to administer medications with maximum accuracy.
