Sundale Senior Living
Frequently Asked Questions
Assisted Living & Senior Care F.A.Q
Assisted Living is a term that generally refers to a community where seniors (65+) are encouraged to continue living independent lives amongst friends while receiving assistance for daily activities on an as-needed basis. These daily activities include everything from bathing and dressing to daily chores and medication management. The best assisted living communities understand and pursue the proper balance between support and independence.
Depending on the facility, living in an assisted living community can cost anywhere from $2000-$5000+ monthly. The wide range exists because of factors such as location and the number and type of services offered. When researching prices for different communities, be sure to ask for a specific breakdown of what is included and what would need to be paid above the quoted price.
Pricing at Sundale Senior Living at The Lexington Center starts at $3,250 and varies based on a level of care assessment and on the floor plan you select.
• Enhanced social life (combating isolation or loneliness)
• Additional recreational opportunities
• Daily and weekly housekeeping and laundry duties
• Reliable transportation
• Increased peace of mind
• Safety and Security
• Improved parent/child relationship
Each community offers a different variety of services. It is very important to ask specific questions about all of the services that are offered in each community to get the biggest bang for the buck. Some communities offer an “all inclusive” rate that covers all/most care needs. Some communities have “hidden” fees or a sliding scale of sorts which can be misleading upon admission. Questions are important, ask for specifics. Most communities offer meals and snacks, housekeeping services, laundry services, activities and medication reminders and/or assistance. Some communities offer transportation, incontinent supplies, etc. Knowing the extent of all costs involved up front is one of the top questions that should be asked when researching a potential community.
Ask specific questions regarding safety precautions taken in each community. Assisted living offers 24/7 assistance with care, emergency call system when needed and communication with personal care physician. Most communities offer personal pendants for emergencies such as falls, immediate care when falls occur, such as emergency medical services and frequent check-ins with each resident every 2 hours at a minimum.
The Lexington Center staff are very friendly to everyone who comes in. You can tell immediately that they love the residents because they love what they do. There is always just “happy” noise in the atmosphere. The community has beautiful, Southern Plantation decor and architecture. The rooms are spacious and the common areas are beautiful as well with lots of windows and feels open with lots of sunshine!
It’s a really great place to work at. The staff are really joyful to work with everyone works as a team and gets along great with each other. The main reason I work there is because the residents are so happy there you can tell they really enjoy the community and how well thay are looked after by the nursing staff we all go the extra mile to make them feel right at home.
When I moved here, I didn’t know what to expect since I’d never lived anywhere but home. From the very start, I felt nothing but absolute concern and interest in my health and well-being. There has never been anytime that I’ve doubted I was in the right place.
The staff and administration at Sundale are simply outstanding. I feel so blessed to be here with such caring people.
I have been so impressed by the compassion and care the staff has for residents. The relationships are truly that of family. I can’t imagine a better place for late in life care.