2020 South Central Directory

available. For a socially iso- lated senior, a move to a CBRF can provide uplifting experiences that foster new friendships and relationships. Residents find companion- ship in socializing with others who are in a similar stage of life. Individuals also find that with supportive staff and cer- tain adaptations, they can continue to do the same activ- ities they have always enjoyed. For a long-time gar- dener, a raised flower bed can allow someone to continue their love of gardening. For someone who has enjoyed staying fit, participating in a chair-exercise group class or balance class will help them continue with their routine and abilities. Good nutrition, medication management, health monitor- ing, safety and security are other common reasons some people move to a CBRF. Caregivers in CBRFs are commonly referred to as Resident Assistants. They are trained in a variety of areas including standard precau- tions, when someone is occu- pationally exposed to blood, body fluids or other moist body substances; fire safety- including regulations and policies associated with the facilities fire procedures; first aid and procedures to allevi- ate choking; and medication administration and manage- ment of prescribed and over- the counter medications. All

monthly fee; some expenses added). Financial assistance for CBRF living may come in the form of Family Care funds. These funds are administered by each county’s Aging & Disability Resource Center. In order to become eligible for funding, you must apply with the Aging & Disability Resource Center in the county in which the facility you desire to live in is located, not necessarily the county in which you live. Simply put, CBRFs special- ize in providing care and ser- vices to people who need support with routine activi- ties of daily living so that they can stay as independent as possible and continue to enjoy interests, hobbies, good nutrition, social pursuits and much more. Article submitted by Beth Johnson, Presales Director for Oakwood Village, a non-profit Continuing Care Retirement Community with two campuses in Madison, WI.

employees at a CBRF receive training in resident rights. Critical to those explor- ing CBRF options is the ability of the program to handle residents with dementia-care needs. Some CBRFs are designated as dementia-specific care areas. Others may offer respite care or short-term stays for individuals with and without dementia. CBRF’s differ in terms of pricing structures. It is criti- cal to understand whether the program being explored has an all-inclusive fee, (room, board and personal cares included in the cost) or an a-la-carte fee struc- ture, (a fee for rent plus ser- vices), or a modified fee program, (rent and some services included in the C OMMUNITY B ASED R ESIDENTIAL F ACILITIES

County index

Columbia................30 Dane ......................32 Dodge....................42 Grant ....................44 Green ....................45 Iowa ......................46

Jefferson ................46 Juneau ..................48 Lafayette ..............48 Richland................48 Rock ......................49 Sauk ......................51

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