Question 1

How does The Retreat at Buford keep residents' families informed about their loved ones?

Accepted Answer

We have wonderful Resident Care Associates and Med Techs on staff who are constantly talking to the families about their loved one's day and their health.  We have a Family Experience Director and a Wellness Director who both update Care Plans and meet with the families about their loved one's health.  We also regularly send out mass emails about upcoming special events and happenings at The Retreat at Buford.   We have a presence on Facebook where we put pictures of our outings and special events.

Question 2

Who assesses residents' health and cognitive functioning? How often is that assessment repeated?

Accepted Answer

While our Health and Wellness Director is constantly aware of changes in our residents, formal assessments are done every six months for assisted living residents and every three months for memory care residents.

Question 3

What transportation services does The Retreat at Buford offer to assisted living residents?

Accepted Answer

We bring our residents shopping and dining.  We also provide transportation for residents to doctor's appointments when located within a 10 mile radius of our campus.

Question 4

If The Retreat at Buford accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?

Accepted Answer

We love pets here at The Retreat at Buford!  We have plenty of space in the front of our building and also a secured interior courtyard for them to play.

Question 5

What ongoing training does the staff receive in dementia care?

Accepted Answer

Every staff member receives Certified Dementia Training.

Question 6

What makes the chef or dining program at The Retreat at Buford exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?

Accepted Answer

We offer restaurant style dining for our residents.  Multiple home-cooked choices are offered at each meal to ensure the residents have a variety of tastes, textures, and nutrition at each sitting.  There is something for everyone no matter what your preference!

Question 7

What safety features or security measures does The Retreat at Buford offer to assisted living residents?

Accepted Answer

We provide each resident with a pendant to our call system.  At the push of a button we can respond to their needs.  We also have  Front Desk Concierge staff at our entrance to not only assist residents and family members, but they also keep a watchful eye on the comings and goings of all who enter the building.  We have all visitors sign in at the front desk at our Accushield system.  Our front doors are also on a timer and set to automatically lock at 6pm and unlock at 8am.  We provide a code to the families for access to our building during these times when the doors are locked.

Question 8

Describe the overall population of assisted living residents at The Retreat at Buford. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?

Accepted Answer

The average age at The Retreat at Buford is 85 years old.  Our residents enjoy bingo, lunch and shopping outings, singing along with entertainers and happy hour!  They also enjoy gathering around our inviting lobby fireplace and in the warmer weather, sitting out front and enjoying the breeze with friends.

Question 9

What places are near The Retreat at Buford or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?

Accepted Answer

The Mall of Georgia is a quick two minute drive from our campus.  The area has a plethora of shopping, dining and entertainment venues.  The residents frequently visit the area for twice weekly outings.

Question 10

What ongoing senior care training does the staff receive?

Accepted Answer

The staff receives regular ongoing training at our monthly meetings.  Also, each employee must complete specialized dementia training within six months of hire.   We regularly provide training on subjects such as resident care, activities, nutrition, dining services and safety.

Question 11

Is The Retreat at Buford affiliated with a hospital if more care is needed?

Accepted Answer

We are minutes away from Gwinnett Medical Center, Northeast Georgia Medical Center Braselton, and Northside Forsyth. We also have a community physician that visits weekly that our residents can use as their primary care physician.

Question 12

How does The Retreat at Buford keep residents' families informed about their loved ones' health?

Accepted Answer

We keep constant open communication between our med techs, nurse, and families via phone. We invite families to participate in care plan meetings every six months for assisted living residents and every three months for our memory care residents.

Question 13

What programs or activities does The Retreat at Buford offer to enrich residents' well-being?

Accepted Answer

We provide daily exercise, arts and crafts, games, gardening, church services and a variety of other interesting programs and activities.

Question 14

What safety features or security measures does The Retreat at Buford provide to protect residents who wander?

Accepted Answer

Our secure Memory Care unit is locked and accessible to care staff by keypad. There is also a private and fenced courtyard just for our Memory Care Residents. Each Memory Care room is equipped with motion sensors to alert staff if a resident is awake at night to help prevent falls.

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How does The Retreat at Buford keep residents' families informed about their loved ones?

Who assesses residents' health and cognitive functioning? How often is that assessment repeated?

What transportation services does The Retreat at Buford offer to assisted living residents?

If The Retreat at Buford accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?

What ongoing training does the staff receive in dementia care?

What makes the chef or dining program at The Retreat at Buford exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?

What safety features or security measures does The Retreat at Buford offer to assisted living residents?

Describe the overall population of assisted living residents at The Retreat at Buford. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?

What places are near The Retreat at Buford or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?

What ongoing senior care training does the staff receive?

Is The Retreat at Buford affiliated with a hospital if more care is needed?

How does The Retreat at Buford keep residents' families informed about their loved ones' health?

What programs or activities does The Retreat at Buford offer to enrich residents' well-being?

What safety features or security measures does The Retreat at Buford provide to protect residents who wander?

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