Sodalis Elder Living Temple I

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Sodalis Elder Living Temple I

Sodalis Elder Living Temple I

2728 Cottonwood Lane, Temple, TX 76502

For more information about senior living options: (844) 490-3973

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Assisted Living Board and Care Home Memory Care Respite Care

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    Overall Review

    Pros

    • pro The staff at The Mercy House went above and beyond to help with the move-in process.
    • pro Sodalis Temple provides a safe and engaging environment for residents with Alzheimer's.
    • pro The staff at Sodalis are warm, friendly, and attentive to residents' needs.
    • pro The intimate design of Sodalis-Temple creates a homey atmosphere for residents.
    • pro Sodalis-Temple has a caring and compassionate staff who treat residents like family.
    • pro Residents at Sodalis-Temple are provided with comfort, dignity, and friendship in their final years.
    • pro The care at Sodalis is good with no problems reported.

    Cons

    • pro The Mercy House was too small and not the right place for their loved one.
    • pro Mercy House had unhappy residents and a depressing atmosphere.
    • pro The floor plan at a particular community was closed off and awkward.
    • pro Sodalis Memory Care is very pricey and does not cover medication costs for veterans.
    • pro Sodalis does not listen to dietary restrictions for diabetic residents.
    • pro There are no activities at Sodalis, causing boredom for residents.

    Review

    When searching for the perfect assisted living facility for a loved one, it's important to consider multiple factors such as size, staff friendliness, amenities, and overall atmosphere. In reviews of The Mercy House, it was clear that some families were not impressed with the small size and shared rooms. One reviewer mentioned that they knew a shared room wouldn't work for their mother. However, another family had a positive experience with The Mercy House, rating it highly across the board and noting that the staff went above and beyond during the move-in process.

    The community at Mercy House seemed to be a major deciding factor for some reviewers. One family felt that none of the residents looked happy during their tour and described the place as "down-trotting." They were put off by the fact that there were only two bathrooms for nine shared rooms. On the other hand, another reviewer mentioned that their sister liked it there and had a smooth transition due to helpful staff who physically assisted her with moving in.

    Price also played a role in choosing an assisted living facility. One reviewer found another community to be just fine but ultimately decided against it due to cost considerations. Additionally, Sodalis Memory Care was noted as being pricey by one reviewer whose father-in-law resided there. They also expressed concerns about the food not being suitable for his diabetic condition.

    When reviewing Sodalis Temple, many positive aspects were highlighted by families with loved ones at the facility. One individual praised how engaged and caring the staff members were towards residents. They emphasized that Sodalis had a homey feel and that each house had an intimate environment where social interaction could flourish. Safety was also mentioned as being a priority at Sodalis Temple, with measures in place to prevent residents from wandering outside.

    The importance of compassionate care was emphasized by several reviewers when discussing their experiences at Sodalis Temple. The staff was described as patient, compassionate, and upbeat towards residents, even in challenging situations. One family expressed gratitude for the care their father received in his final years, highlighting the staff's ability to handle difficult behaviors while maintaining a positive attitude.

    Despite the positive aspects mentioned, one reviewer did acknowledge that Sodalis Temple was costly. They also raised concerns about the lack of activities available for residents and mentioned that their father-in-law often felt bored.

    Overall, it's clear that families value an assisted living facility that provides a comfortable and engaging environment for their loved ones. Factors such as size, staff friendliness, safety measures, and compassionate care play significant roles in the decision-making process. While cost considerations are important, families ultimately want to ensure their loved ones receive the best possible care and quality of life in their chosen community.

    Features

    Housing

    • 16 resident community capacity 16 resident community capacity

    Types of Care

    • Assisted Living Assisted Living
    • Board and Care Home Board and Care Home
    • Memory Care Memory Care
    • Respite Care Respite Care

    Pets

    • Cats allowed Cats allowed
    • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

    Amenities

    • Activities off-site Activities off-site
    • Activities on-site Activities on-site
    • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
    • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
    • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
    • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
    • Dining room Dining room
    • Fully furnished Fully furnished
    • Garden Garden
    • Ground floor units Ground floor units
    • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
    • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
    • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
    • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
    • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
    • Outdoor space Outdoor space
    • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
    • Telephone Telephone
    • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
    • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet Wi-Fi/high-speed internet

    Care Services

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

    Dining

    • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
    • Guest meals Guest meals
    • Kosher Kosher
    • Meals provided Meals provided
    • Room service Room service
    • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
    • Special dining programs Special dining programs
    • Vegetarian Vegetarian

    Activities

    • Art classes Art classes
    • Catholic services Catholic services
    • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
    • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
    • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
    • Happy hour Happy hour
    • Live dance or theater performances Live dance or theater performances
    • Live musical performances Live musical performances
    • Live well programs Live well programs
    • Mormon/LDS services Mormon/LDS services
    • Protestant services Protestant services
    • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
    • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest

    Description

    Sodalis Elder Living Temple I in Temple, TX is an assisted living community that offers a variety of care options including board and care home, memory care, and respite care. Residents can enjoy a wide range of amenities such as activities on-site, air-conditioning, cable or satellite TV, devotional services both on-site and off-site, dining room, fully furnished accommodations, a beautiful garden, ground floor units for easy accessibility, and housekeeping services. The community also provides indoor common areas for socializing and relaxation, move-in coordination to ensure a smooth transition for new residents, outdoor common areas for enjoying the fresh air and outdoor space. Additionally, Sodalis Elder Living Temple I offers respite or short term stays for those in need.

    The community provides various care services to support residents' daily needs including assistance with activities of daily living, ambulatory care to aid mobility, assistance with bathing and dressing, transfers assistance when needed, coordination with healthcare providers for seamless medical care management. There are also specialized care services available such as diabetes diet and diabetic care for those with specific dietary requirements. Incontinence care is provided to promote comfort and dignity among residents. Meal preparation and service are offered along with medication management to ensure residents' nutritional needs are met. Transportation arrangement is available for medical appointments if needed.

    Dining at Sodalis Elder Living Temple I includes options such as guest meals for visiting family or friends, kosher meals for those who require it, meals provided by the community itself either in a communal dining area or through room service. Special dietary restrictions can be accommodated to meet individual preferences or health needs. Special dining programs are organized within the community to enhance social interactions between residents while enjoying delicious meals. Vegetarian options are also available.

    Residents can engage in various activities including Catholic services on-site or participate in community-sponsored activities outside the community premises. Devotional activities offsite are organized regularly while devotional activities on-site are also offered. Happy hour gatherings provide an opportunity for socializing and relaxation. Live dance or theater performances and live musical performances bring entertainment and joy to residents' lives. The community also emphasizes wellness with its Live Well programs and offers religious services such as Mormon/LDS or Protestant services on-site. Scheduled daily activities ensure that there is always something engaging for residents to participate in. A visiting chaplain or priest provides spiritual support.

    Located in Temple, TX, Sodalis Elder Living Temple I benefits from being surrounded by various amenities nearby. There are 3 cafes, parks, pharmacies, and places of worship nearby for convenience and recreation. Additionally, the community has easy access to medical care with 26 physicians and 10 hospitals nearby. With 42 restaurants in close proximity, residents have plenty of options for dining out or exploring different cuisines.

    Overall, Sodalis Elder Living Temple I provides a supportive and comfortable environment where residents can receive personalized care while enjoying a range of amenities and engaging in meaningful activities.

    Nearby Places of Interest

    This part of Temple, Texas offers a convenient location with easy access to pharmacies, hospitals, physicians, parks, restaurants, cafes, places of worship, and a theater. The area is well-equipped with healthcare facilities such as Scott & White Pharmacy and King's Daughters Hospital for any medical needs. There are also various dining options nearby including Wings Pizza N Things and Mexicano Grill 2 for enjoyable meals. Additionally, residents can relax and enjoy the outdoors at parks like Oak Creek Park and Jaycee Park. With its diverse amenities and services available within close proximity, this neighborhood provides a comfortable and convenient living environment suitable for seniors.

    Pharmacies

    • Scott & White Pharmacy (0.1 miles)
    • King's Daughters Pharmacy (0.3 miles)
    • Baylor Scott & White Pharmacy #226 (0.4 miles)
    • CVS Pharmacy (0.8 miles)
    • Walgreens (0.9 miles)
    • CVS Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
    • Scott & White Pharmacy (1.3 miles)

    Hospitals

    • King's Daughters Hospital (0.3 miles)
    • Children (0.4 miles)
    • Scott & White Memorial Hosp (0.5 miles)
    • Scott And White Labor And Delivery (1 miles)
    • Scott & White North Tower (1 miles)
    • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center (1.1 miles)
    • Scott And White Oncology Radiation (1.1 miles)

    Physicians

    • Rodeo Dental & Orthodontics (0.3 miles)
    • Elizabeth Mattson Elizabeth Mattson MD (0.3 miles)
    • Hardin Carlton E II, MD (0.3 miles)
    • Women's Center At King's (0.3 miles)
    • Balbo Hearing Clinic (0.4 miles)
    • Eye Center Of Central Texas (0.4 miles)
    • The Children's Hospital at Scott and White (0.4 miles)

    Parks

    • Oak Creek Park (0.4 miles)
    • Jaycee Park (0.6 miles)
    • Colquitt Park (0.7 miles)

    Restaurants

    • Wings Pizza N Things (0.4 miles)
    • Mexicano Grill 2 (0.6 miles)
    • Denny's (0.7 miles)
    • Sonic Drive-In (0.7 miles)
    • Whataburger (0.7 miles)
    • Jason's Deli (0.7 miles)
    • Wendy's (0.8 miles)

    Cafes

    • Panera Bread (0.9 miles)
    • Shipley Do-Nuts (1.3 miles)
    • Starbucks (3.4 miles)

    Places of Worship

    • Hindu Temple of Central Texas (1.1 miles)
    • Feed My Sheep (2.4 miles)

    Theaters

    • Cinemark (1.3 miles)

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