Fairmount Assisted Living and Memory Care

There is no way to describe the 5 star service provided by Daver and the entire staff. Not only did they assist, thus making the difficult move in process to be smooth and pleasurable for my brother, they set up his room so he was surrounded by his comfort items.. I get photo updates and my heart is at ease knowing my brother is being so well cared for. Thank you all for your dedication to working with people who become compromised with age. Fairmount Assisted Living is the best.

When my son-in-law and I first visited Fairmount Assisted Living and Memory Care, we immediately saw that the owner, Mattie, Liihana, the manager, the staff, and caregivers had created an atmosphere with a template for all memory care facilities. While talking to Daver, the intake advisor in his office adjacent to the main care area, we heard much noise—clapping, laughing, and music. When we entered, we were astounded by the joyful atmosphere. In a huge activity/ dining area, “Wild Bill” and his guitar had about 35 residents smiling and clapping. All the residents were gathered in one huge room and almost every resident was there, in wheelchairs, on sofas, in chairs flanked by their walkers—all in semicircles facing “Wild Bill.” Fairmount’s focus on one building, and one large room, allows true socialization where there is a mixture of all types of personalities and of different ability levels. Dementia or no dementia, residents are human and need human interaction. “Lively”, “upbeat”, and “engaging” characterize Fairmount’s atmosphere. The multi-talented activities’ director, Victoria, manages to deliver varied activities throughout the day, with space for rest. Music and stimulating conversations dominate. The resident piano player/ singer and trivia emcee, Linda, is on-hand 4 days a week to engage the residents in banter and sharp repartee. “Wild Bill” comes every other week as do the banjo player/singer, and the piano-playing and singing duo, Peggy and John. Many other entertaining groups and individuals add to the spice. There is an in-house book club, where residents read aloud to the group in a huge room also used for a weekly water-color class. A writing group gathers at one of the large outside table to hash out ideas. And, always, arts and crafts, trivia, games, puzzles, and the favorite of all, bingo! Fairmount’s caregivers more that match the energy level of the activities. I am amazed daily by their non-stop routine. I’ve never seen one using a personal phone, treat a resident harshly, or fail to give the very best to each resident. They are fully knowledgeable about their charges and treat them with the greatest respect and patience. They, and, indeed, the entire staff are proud of Fairmount’s good reputation and proud of their work. My husband was extremely well cared for with his two assigned attendants, Blanca and Lorna. The same is true for the meal attendants who bring the food out to the residents and help them as needed. They are quick to respond to special requests. If a resident wants a cup of coffee at any time during the day, they get them one, just as they would have if they had been at home. Residents’ requests are always honored. All staff take their jobs very seriously. It shows in how purposefully they walk and communicate with others. The maintenance director, Jackie, manages to be in 3 places at one time and also tends to the feeding and watering of the animals. Besides the one building and one large common area, Fairmount also has another great architectural feature— a building design that maximizes light, nature- viewing, solitude, quiet, peace, and rest. The building is “U” shaped surrounding a beautiful courtyard with birds at their feeders, bunnies, chickens, roosters, and Penelope, the tortoise, and a beautiful wall-mounted waterfall whose soothing sound brings peace. All the windows that face the courtyard are huge and reach almost to the floor. A person sitting on one of the comfortable sofas or chair in the corridors that hug the “U” easily can look straight ahead to converse with nature: the animals, the many fruit trees and other greenery. The Wellness director, Jackie, is very organized and on top of all the medications for the residents. All medicines and all OTC items were given properly. Care plans, detailing the times, dosages, etc. of the medicines were simply and clearly recorded. If environments can be said to have “attitudes,” then the one at Fairmount is positive, joyful, and familial. Go see for yourself!

Great people here, patient and loving. Feels like a big family.

We have been extremely happy with the staff and facility at Fairmount! They have made every effort to support my 91 year old mother and have made her feel welcome and appreciated. The home is open with lots of natural lighting in the main room. My mother has stayed engaged with the varied activities offered.. music, games, trivia, stretching, etc. Very impressive. I highly recommend.

I took all of my grandchildren for the first time today to visit my mom. The 12 yr old said "This is so nice! I would live here." The staff (in particular, Daver in admissions) have all been so helpful and thoughtful through the process of moms transition from her independent life. She is quickly making friends and feels well taken care of. She also really enjoys the beautiful outdoor spaces...complete with bunnies, chickens and a 20 yr old tortoise. I highly recommend Fairmount to anyone looking for a place that feels like home.