Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is assisted living?A.
An assisted living residence is defined by the Assisted Living Federation of America as a special combination of housing, personalized supportive services and health care designed to meet the needs of those who need help with daily living activities.
Q. Who lives in assisted living facilities?
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The typical resident is an older adult who can no longer manage at home but does not require the complex, 24-hour care of traditional long-term care facilities such as a nursing home.
Q. Is assisted living covered by Medicare?
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Medicare does not cover assisted living specifically but will continue to pay for the same services as those received while at home, such as doctor's visits, qualifying hospital stays, durable medical equipment, Part D medications, skilled nursing visits and therapies.
Q. Will long-term care insurance pay for care?
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Long-term care insurance is specifically designed to cover the costs of long-term care services. Depending on the policy, long-term care insurance may pay for care in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and/or at home. Check with your carrier to determine coverage for care in assisted living facilities.
Q. How do I inquire about a room at Renaissance Terrace?
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Please call or visit us anytime, and we’ll be happy to set up a tour for you, your family or friends.
Q. What is the length of commitment?
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There is no long-term commitment. Rent is on a month-to-month basis. A 30-day notice is required before move-out, unless there is a specific change in the resident's health care status that requires more intense medical care. Short-term respite rooms are available also on a day-to-day basis for individuals or families who may need a temporary break from daily care-giving responsibilities.
Q. What does my monthly rent include?
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Monthly rent includes a fully furnished private room with a full bath and walk-in shower; housekeeping, linens and laundry; all maintenance and utilities; telephone, cable and Internet service; and three nutritious meals daily. Residents enjoy 24-hour access to trained caregivers; access to licensed nurses; 24-hour security; an emergency call pendant system; assistance and supervision with activities of daily living; medication assistance; and social, spiritual and recreational activity programs.
Q. Are there provisions for individuals who are recovering from a hospital stay?
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Yes; we have hospital beds available for residents transitioning from hospital care.
Q. Do the rooms come furnished? What in-room amenities are provided?
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All resident rooms are fully furnished, private rooms with a full bath and walk-in shower. Rooms include a full-size bed, nightstand, dresser, wardrobe, desk and chair, recliner or easy chair, telephone and individual temperature control.
Q. May residents decorate their own rooms?
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Residents are welcome to bring personal items to make their room their home. Personal items may include framed photos, televisions, VCRs, DVD or CD players, radios, computers and other decorative items or accessories. There is no need for residents to bring furniture, sheets or towels since all rooms are fully furnished.
Q. What are visiting hours? Is there a curfew?
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We have no scheduled visiting hours or curfew. Renaissance Terrace is just like living at home. Guests may come and go freely as long as residents are not disturbed.
Q. Can family members sleep over?
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Yes; visiting friends and family members may stay overnight. All guests must check in at the front desk, and we ask that no guest stay more than five consecutive nights. Guest rooms may be available for a nominal fee.
Q. May residents use the common areas when entertaining guests?
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Yes; residents are encouraged to use the common areas while entertaining friends and family. Renaissance Terrace offers several large living areas and a courtyard perfect for get-togethers and special events.
Q. If I bring my own computer, can I access the Internet?
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Yes; Internet service is provided as part of the rental fee. A computer room with on-site technical support is also available to all residents.
Q. What meals are provided?
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Residents enjoy three nutritious meals a day plus snacks.
Q. Are options available at meals?
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Several menu selections are available at each meal.
Q. Can meals be adapted to meet unique dietary requirements?
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Each meal offered is nutritious and well balanced. We can make special accommodations for special diets due to medical restrictions. Please consult with us if special meal plans are required.
Q. Can meals be served in-room?
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A meal tray can be brought to a resident’s room for a limited time if needed due to illness or while transitioning from a hospital stay.
Q. Can family or friends eat a meal with residents?
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Yes, family and friends are welcome to join residents for meals for a nominal fee.
Q. What should residents bring from home?
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Bring personal items such as clothes and toiletries. Residents may also want to bring a television, VCR, DVD or CD player, radio, computer, photographs, books, hobby materials such as knitting supplies, or anything else they will enjoy having at their new home. There is no need to bring furniture, sheets or towels since resident rooms are fully furnished. Residents may choose to bring a lift chair.
Q. What services are offered?
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We offer both core services and additional services. Please click here [ Services page] for more information.
Q. What services are not offered by the staff?
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We do not offer skilled or invasive care that should be administered by a doctor or in a more intensive care facility such as a nursing home. Please click here [ Services page] for information about services provided at Renaissance Terrace. Contact us with questions regarding needed services that are not listed.
Q. What activities are available throughout the day?
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Residents will enjoy activities such as shopping excursions and visits to the movies or other events at the historic Tennessee Theatre. Renaissance Terrace also has a game room, a computer room, spacious terraces with seating for relaxation, a recreation room that includes a Nintendo Wii for exercise and games for residents to enjoy throughout the day and the beauty and barber salon and spa. Quieter activities can be found in the garden, the library and the family room with a fireplace.
Q. Is parking available?
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Parking is available in a well-lit lot adjacent to the residence.
Q. Do you provide transportation to doctor’s appointments?
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We will be happy to arrange for an outside transportation service to doctor’s appointments. Staff members may not transport residents in their own vehicles or in residents’ personal vehicles, nor are they available to accompany residents off-campus. Family members and/or friends are encouraged to assist residents as necessary.
Q. Are staff members present 24 hours a day?
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Yes, trained caregivers are available at all times.
Q. Is there a doctor on the premises?
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No, there is not a doctor on the premises, but licensed nurses are available to assist our residents and communicate with their doctor.
This "A" may change if/when we get a Medical Director…
Q. Are pets allowed?
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Due to both indoor and outdoor space limitations and the ever-increasing numbers of individuals sensitive to environmental irritants including allergens, we cannot permit pets to reside in the facility. However, we do recognize that pets can be beneficial to the psychosocial well-being of our residents and do allow pets to visit.
Q. Are there locations for residents to enjoy the outdoors?
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Yes, Renaissance Terrace has spacious terraces and a courtyard where residents can enjoy outdoor activities or relax in the fresh air.
