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Maxine Branham Finding quality care and genuine comfort with Symphony at Oaklawn
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or the staff members of Symphony at Oaklawn, working with seniors goes beyond managing their day-to-day needs. In this community, residents receive individualized care and support services that allow them to feel at home. One such individual who leads a happy life at the residence is 90-year-old Maxine Branham, who has lived there since Oct. 1, 2012. Maxine first learned about the facility when her late husband Bill needed care for Dementia and a broken hip. After his passing, she began experiencing mobility issues and decided to sell her house and move into Symphony at Oaklawn. Since Maxine is mostly self-sufficient, she continues to do her own laundry, clean her own apartment and spends her days as she pleases. “It’s a wonderful place to be,” she says. “Everyone who works here is friendly, and if you need anything, they’ll be happy to do it for you.”
Thanks to Life Enrichment Director Carolyn Schumacher, occupants can experience outstanding social activities in addition to the attentive care. Happy hour takes place Monday through Friday and often features live music, allowing residents to socialize and be entertained before dinner. Residents also get to experience outings to the casino and Churchill Downs, where Maxine says they’re always welcomed on Millionaires Row. To accommodate different needs, Symphony at Oaklawn offers two different programs: personal care and In the Moment® Memory Support. Personal care offers residents as much or as little help as they need – whether an individual is mostly independent or needs assistance around the clock. The memory support program features innovative Dementia care practices that offer a scheduled rhythm while embracing spontaneous moments. Symphony at Oaklawn currently has 56 occupants in the personal care unit and 24 in the memory care unit. Residents in
It’s an ideal place, especially if you’re 90 and you’re near the end of the road, you may as well enjoy yourself.” — Maxine Branham both programs benefit from the care of Symphony at Oaklawn’s full-time medical director and nursing staff. Access to a psychiatrist, dentist, podiatrist and other specialized medical providers are also included. Common rooms in the building – which include seating areas, activity rooms, a library and cafe – are flooded with natural light. The atmosphere of Symphony at Oaklawn is vibrant and upbeat. It’s easy to see why residents find joy and satisfaction in living there. Birthdays are celebrated, cocktails are served and everyone is treated with dignity and respect. “I didn’t expect to stay for seven years, but I love it,” Maxine says. For those who may be hesitant about assisted living, Maxine attests to the quality of care and enjoyment she has experienced at Symphony at Oaklawn. “I’m very well contented,” she says. “It’s an ideal place, especially if you’re 90 and you’re near the end of the road, you may as well enjoy yourself.”
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