For Our Residents
Mission: To provide residents with quality care in a safe and comfortable environment.
We understand that it can be difficult for individuals to transition to a nursing care facility. That’s why we’ll walk you through each step of the process, from the initial tour through the day of admission to make sure your experience is as seamless as possible.
While at Marwood, residents benefit from a wide range of amenities and support services, such as an on-staff nurse practitioner; fully-licensed teams of social workers and clinical dietitians; art and music therapy; salon services for men and women; in-house podiatry and dental services; and restaurant-style dining.
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Amenities
Beauty and Barber Shop
Laundry Services
Personal laundry is done in-house and is delivered daily by Marwood staff free of charge at the request of the resident or family.
Television
Free cable television is available in all resident rooms. Lounge areas are equipped with large screen plasma televisions for residents and guests to enjoy.
Internet Service
Computers are available for resident to use to access the Internet in the main lounge.
Pet therapy program and pet visitation program
Charming aviaries, pleasurable aquariums and in-house pets throughout facility provide comfort any time of day. Family members also are welcome to bring pets to visit their loved one.
- Owners shall provide a copy of their current certificate of vaccinations to the Activity Director.
- Pets must be in good health and must not have fleas or ticks.
- Pets must be on a leash not longer than 5 feet, and under control of the owner at all times, and should not visit other residents.
- Pets must be well socialized. Pets that exhibit unacceptable behavior or develop health problems must have visiting privileges withdrawn.
- Pets shall not be permitted in areas where food is prepared or stored or in any other areas where cleanliness and sanitary precautions are necessary to protect the health, comfort, safety, and well-being of residents.
Intergenerational programs
From card making with the Trinity Lutheran kids to decorating for Christmas with the Red Cross Youth Group, Marwood believes that there is nothing more satisfying than halls filled with children’s laughter.
Private lounge areas
Quiet visiting areas are available for family gatherings or special occasions.
Social and recreational activities
Marwood offers a full calendar of events ranging from bingo to Friday afternoon ice cream socials to a shopping trip to a local mall.
Facility bus
Marwood provides resident transportation to several community outings in its wheelchair accessible facility bus.
Wheelchair accessible gardens, walkways and gazebos
Stroll the beautiful grounds of Marwood and enjoy the soothing raised bed gardens, water features and tranquil sitting areas.
Support Services
Dining Services
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The dining services department has a lot to offer at Marwood. Delicious, individualized meals are served restaurant style as residents enjoy socializing with their table mates. For a nominal fee, guests are welcome to join resident's for any meal. Advance notice is requested.
In-house Dietician
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For residents with special nutritional needs, a registered dietician is available on each unit for consultation, questions, menu selections or changes.
Department of Health and Human Services
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Free assistance with the
Medicaid application process is provided in-house by a representative from the
Department of Health and Human Services. A representative is available at Marwood during normal business hours Monday through Friday.
Social Services
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A Social Worker is assigned to residents upon admission to Marwood. Each Social Worker works closely with residents and families throughout their stay. Social Workers act as the liaison between residents, their family and the health care team. Social Workers evaluate and assess the individual needs of each resident and provide the following services: education, referrals and discharge planning.
Chapel Services
Activities
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Marwood has a full calendar of events tailored to meet the needs or our residents. Our experienced activities team works closely with our residents to ensure that they have the opportunity to participate in the programs that are occurring on a daily basis. From group activities such as cooking class and bingo, to community outings, or one-on-one visits, there is an activity available to meet the needs and interests of almost everyone.
Music Therapy
- At Marwood, Music Therapy sessions are conducted one-on-one as well as in groups to enhance the well-being of our residents through designed interventions based on singing, playing instruments, listening, movement and creative experiences. Our full-time Music Therapist uses music to stimulate cognitive abilities, elevate moods and to promote movement. These techniques assist in alleviating symptoms such as depression and anxiety and also provide calm and comfort.
Art Therapy
- Art therapy is used to provide residents with the opportunity to express emotions, engage creativity, relieve stress, enhance cognitive abilities; and enjoy the life-affirming pleasures of making art. Art therapy is conducted one-on-one or in group sessions with Marwood’s Art Therapist.
Restorative Nursing Program
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The restorative nursing program is a link between therapy and nursing that assists residents in maintaining their goals reached in the rehabilitation program. By working with our residents on range of motion and ambulation, the restorative nursing program provides residents the additional benefits of maintaining a level of independence as well as optimal physical and mental functioning.
Podiatry Services
Vision Services
Dental Services