Q: There are a lot
of “chain” assisted living communities being built.
What makes Dunwoody Village different?
Dunwoody Village is
one of the first area communities to offer a true “continuum
of care.” This means that as your needs change—from
residential living to assisted living, or from assisted living
to skilled nursing—you can remain at Dunwoody and get the
care you need, without having to leave your home. Another important
difference is that Dunwoody Village has been operating since 1974.
We’ve developed best practices for caring for older populations,
while newer institutions are just now trying to figure it out.
Our residents can attest to our consistent and superior programs,
services and care. In fact, many of our residents are “second
generation” residents, which to us, is a true testament to
our superiority. As a not-for-profit organization, we put the
needs of our residents first. Some of the “chains” have
to answer to shareholders.
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Q: What activities
or programs does Dunwoody Village offer?
Dunwoody Village has
much to offer, both on- and off-campus. Organized activities include
group exercise, educational and wellness seminars, music and dance
performances, holiday events, movie
screenings and more than 30 committees. For those who prefer more
solitary activities, we have a library, fitness center, swimming
pool and computer center. Off-site, Dunwoody organizes regular
trips to shopping centers, arts and cultural exhibits, theater,
and other local attractions.
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Q: What types of
medical care are available at Dunwoody Village?
Three levels of care
are available: residential living, assisted living, and skilled
nursing care. We also provide two Alzheimer, memory impaired and
dementia units (one in assisted living and one in skilled nursing
care). Dunwoody Village employs five primary physicians, a dentist,
a podiatrist, a psychologist, a psychiatrist,
and more. Our extensive nursing staff provides both out-patient
and in-patient care twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week.
The nursing staff is proud that, year after year, they
exceed the “hours per patient” ratio required by state
and federal agencies. We also have on-site rehabilitation services.
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Q: What services
are included in the monthly fee?
Your monthly fee covers:
- All on-site services
- Group activities
and entertainment
- One meal per day
- In-patient and
out-patient medical care
- Weekly housekeeping
and flat linen service
- Cable TV
- Transportation
- Door-to-door mail
delivery
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Q: What medical
costs does the monthly fee cover?
Medicare A & B
and a medi-gap insurance—comparable to Blue Cross, Blue Shield
65 Special Plan C—are required and cover most medical costs,
routine nursing and personal care services. Costs not covered
by these insurances are covered by Dunwoody Village.
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Q: What is the average
wait time for new residents?
Depending upon the
unit size that you prefer, the waiting period varies from approximately
one to five years. Studio apartments are usually available immediately,
while country houses may only become available every three to
five years.
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Q: What happens
if I can no longer afford to pay my monthly fee?
Residents who find
themselves unable to pay for their care can apply to receive funds
from the Residents’ Reserve Fund, administered by the Board
of Trustees. To date, there is more than $8 million dollars in
the Fund.
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Q: Dunwoody Village
is a not-for-profit organization. Is it financially stable?
Dunwoody Village is,
and always has been, financially sound. And, because we do not
have an owner or shareholders, all revenues are invested back
into the community. Dunwoody also holds an A- investment grade
rating from Standard and Poor’s.
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Q: Is the facility
accredited?
Dunwoody Village was
one of the first 50 communities in the United States to be accredited
by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities and the Continuing Care Accreditation Commission (CARF/CCAC). We participate
in the reaccreditation process every year.
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Q: What plans do
you have for improvements?
Dunwoody Village is
a dynamic place. New improvements, based on resident feedback,
population trends and our own audits, occur every year. In the
past five years, we’ve expanded our assisted-living accommodations,
and added the new Alzheimer/dementia care unit. In 2005,
we added 12 new apartments,
an enlarged gift shop, a grocery store, more common rooms and new offices. Smaller
changes also occur—ranging from new outdoor signage to new
activities to new menu selections.
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