PRIME LIVING

The care from the staff of Monticello West has not only earned strong family loyalty but also the industry’s coveted five-star rating.

Caregivers at Monticello West realize that families work to gain advance knowledge and expertise about care for loved ones, Daniels says. They welcome family discussion and interaction to ensure that residents are receiving personalized care. From personal grooming, to meals, to help with activities of daily living, Monticello West’s team members offer caring assistance 24 hours a day.

Life enrichment is another key to quality care, Daniels says.

Monticello West provides a full range of care, including all levels of assisted living to advanced memory care, so patients remain in a familiar environment. It’s also a pet-friendly residential community.

“Our goal is to enable our residents to live an active, independent lifestyle while our dedicated team members and licensed nurses provide assistance with medications, housekeeping, laundry, transportation and other specific services depending on the needs of our residents,” Daniels says.

This year, Monticello West has a new chef and a new Memory Care Director, Daniels says. Taylor Self, who trained at the Culinary Institute of America in New York, works to understand the food preferences of residents. Memory Care Director Saba Ahmed brings innovative programs such as her vocational approach to help residents share their expertise with others.

Presbyterian Village North is a community where retired residents enjoy an active, independent lifestyle. The nonprofit faith-based community — located on 65 acres just minutes from NorthPark Center — offers retirement and assisted living, short-stay rehab services, skilled