Dorchester Senior Center

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Features

Housing

• 6 resident community capacity

Types of Care

• Assisted Living

Amenities

• Cable or satellite TV
• Dining room
• Fully furnished
• Garden
• Housekeeping services
• Move-in coordination
• Outdoor space
• Telephone
• Wi-Fi/high-speed internet

Care Services

• 24-hour supervision
• Activities of daily living assistance
• Assistance with bathing
• Assistance with dressing
• Assistance with transfers
• Coordination with health care providers
• Diabetes diet
• Meal preparation and service
• Medication management
• Special dietary restrictions
• Transportation arrangement (medical)
• Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

• Diabetes diet
• Special dietary restrictions

Activities

• Community-sponsored activities
• Scheduled daily activities

Description

The Dorchester Senior Center in Dolton, IL is a fully furnished assisted living community that offers a range of amenities and care services to meet the needs of its residents. The community features a dining room where nutritious meals are prepared and served, taking into account any special dietary restrictions. Housekeeping services ensure that the living spaces are always clean and comfortable.

Residents can enjoy the outdoor space and garden, providing a serene environment for relaxation and socialization. The center also provides Wi-Fi/high-speed internet access, allowing residents to stay connected with their loved ones or engage in online activities.

When it comes to care services, the Dorchester Senior Center offers assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and transfers. Medication management is provided to ensure that residents receive their medications on time and as prescribed. Coordination with health care providers is available to ensure seamless communication between the community and medical professionals.

The center also offers transportation arrangements for medical appointments, ensuring that residents can conveniently access necessary healthcare services. In addition to these services, there are nearby cafes, parks, pharmacies, restaurants, places of worship, hospitals, and physicians' offices providing easy access to various amenities in the surrounding area.

To keep residents engaged and active, scheduled daily activities are organized within the community. This includes a variety of social events and recreational programs designed to promote overall well-being.

Overall, the Dorchester Senior Center provides a comfortable and supportive environment for seniors in need of assistance with daily tasks while also offering amenities and activities to enhance their quality of life.

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