Lake Mills Care Center, located in Lake Mills, Iowa, is a senior living community focusing on providing a range of care services including skilled nursing and rehabilitation. The facility is certified by Medicare and Medicaid and has participated in Medicare since October 1, 1997. With a capacity for 44 occupants, the center offers nursing home care alongside assisted living services, catering to individuals in need of both long-term care and short-term rehabilitation after surgeries or illnesses. Specialized care services are a key aspect of the facility, with comprehensive programs addressing memory care, stroke care, and hospice care, among others. For residents with memory loss, the community provides a memory care-only environment designed to accommodate their specific needs. Additional specialized care includes pain management, wound care, and therapy options such as physical, occupational, and speech therapies. The center also supports residents with incontinence care, ostomy care, and engages them in mental wellness programs. A pulmonary rehabilitation program is available, along with services addressing diabetes care, headaches, and carpal tunnel syndrome, among others. Routine wellness checks and oxygen therapy further support the diverse health needs of residents.
In terms of amenities, Lake Mills Care Center facilitates a range of support services including dental care, pharmacy access, and a barber/beauty salon. Respite care services and daily living support such as laundry and dry cleaning are also provided. The facility supports social engagement through clubs and community activities, including a unique offering such as yoga classes. Communication is made accessible through support for various languages including Chinese, English, French, German, Vietnamese, and Spanish, ensuring an inclusive environment for residents of diverse backgrounds.
Lake Mills Care Center also provides transportation services to facilitate both medical and non-medical needs of its residents. The community offers complimentary transportation for essential travel and ensures that transportation at cost is available for additional non-medical outings, accommodating the personal and social needs of residents. This service supports the residents in maintaining connections with external medical facilities such as Alton Memorial Hospital and Saint Louis University Hospital, amongst others, and aids in participation in external activities that enhance their quality of life.
Costs at this community start at $3,215 and range up to $5,475. The average price in the community is $4,345, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,769. The cost of nursing homes in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.