Q. Who lives at Prairie Pines?
A. People like you! People who have worked hard all their lives, who have planned for their retirement years and who want the very best for them. A typical resident may wish to be set free from the problems of home responsibilities, maintenance, cooking, cleaning and yard work; to be set free from the loneliness that can come from the living alone; to be set free from the fear of an accident or health problem that cannot receive prompt attention. Prairie Pines provides comfort, security and a fulfillment of lifestyle.
Q. Who is qualified to become a resident at Prairie Pines?
A. Prairie Pines welcomes the lease of rental units for persons who are 62 years of age or older. If it is a couple, on e of them must be at least 62 years of age, and no permanent residents may be under the age of 21. Residents must be in good health for their age. Since this is not a nursing facility, we cannot accept those who need daily nursing care. Prairie Pines is a retirement community for persons of retirement age who are ambulatory and in good physical and mental health for their age. If help is needed with such things as medication, dressing or bathing, it is provided to those in the Assisted Living Units.
Q. What is the main meal of the day that is included in the apartment rent?
A. The evening meal. Residents may choose from a varied menu, and the meal will be served in the beautiful central dining room by the dietary staff. A continental breakfast is available daily. The meal may be delivered on trays to your apartment in case of short-term illness for a minimal fee. Guest meals are also available at a reasonable cost. Assisted Living Units will have three meals per day.
Q. Why are Assisted Living Units Different?
A. The Assisted Living Units are designed primarily for residents who have need of some personal care, such as assistance in dressing, bathing, or medications and they are provided all three meals in the dining room.
Q. Are Pets permitted?
A. Prairie Pines welcomes pets. The size and nuisance factors will have to be taken into consideration, and there will be an additional deposit for possible pet damage.
Q. How often will the housekeepers come to my apartment?
A. Housekeeping of your apartment is done on a weekly basis. This includes vacuuming and cleaning the kitchen and bath floors. Housekeeping of the hallways and all common areas is also included. If additional personal housekeeping is desired (moving furniture, cleaning closets, etc.), it is available at a nominal cost.
Q. Which laundry services are included in my monthly fee?
A. Laundering of your flat linens (your sheets, pillowcases, towels and kitchen linens) is included in your monthly fee. This laundry service is done weekly, including pickup and delivery. Coin-operated washers and dryers are available for your personal use, or your personal laundry can be done for you at a nominal cost.
Q. Who pays for utility cost, repairs and maintenance?
A. All utilities, except telephone and cable television are included. Each apartment has its own individually controlled heating and air-conditioning. All maintenance is provided for interior and exterior; including appliances, lawns, landscaping, snow removal, mechanical systems, trash collection and pest control.
Q. What activities are available?
A. Social and leisure activities are available for your participation. These activities are tailored to the desires of the residents. There is a trained staff member responsible for coordinating and planning these activities. The mini-van will also be used occasionally for planned trips to nearby recreational, educational and cultural events. The van will also have a scheduled route to doctor’s offices, shopping centers, banks, etc. If transportation is needed for an unscheduled trip, it will be available at a nominal fee. Prairie Pines also has a Wellness Program and encourages all resident s to participate.
