West Shores Senior Living Community
‘Welcome Home …’
West Shores Senior Living Community, a beautiful and affordable Senior Living residence celebrates 33 successful years.
Experience has set West Shores apart from any other community in the Hot Springs area with a proven track record of excellence and continuity of service to their residents and the seniors of this area. For over 30 years, West Shores has been recognized as one of the finest Senior Living Residences in the community, according to a poll taken by The Sentinel-Record.
Located on 17 acres and situated in a parklike setting, West Shores offers beautiful views from all four floors.
An essential factor in choosing a retirement community is having the availability of Independent Living and Assisted Living within the same community, allowing residents to age in place gracefully. Residents can rest assured that they can make this transition with ease, if the need arises.
Expanding the capacity of Assisted Living units has been a huge advantage for current residents who often had to wait for an opening. Licensed as an Assisted Living Facility 2 program allows residents who need more assistance to stay in the same apartment and receive assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and medications without having to relocate to another floor, which is comforting and reduces stress.
Lavonda Evans, LPN, director of nursing, along with Lanie Voss, RN, work with residents and their families to design plans that will enable them to function as highly as possible. The most exciting and comforting aspect of the Assisted Living Unit is the homelike atmosphere. Employees work diligently to provide an environment that addresses the personal needs of each resident.
West Shores also provides a Restorative Assistance program for residents who have completed rehab programs. This program will allow those residents who have been through rehabilitation either through home health or rehabilitation centers, the assistance and encouragement of a trained restorative aide. This means that those who have worked so hard to regain strength and mobility will have reminders and assistance to maintain their exercise and therapy program.
For one monthly fee, residents receive three delicious meals each day served tableside in spacious dining rooms, transportation to all major shopping centers, doctor appointments, banks and other personal appointments. In addition, the month-to-month rent includes weekly housekeeping and linen service, 24-hour staffing for security, assistance and maintenance of the apartment. All utilities, with the exception of telephone service, are covered in the monthly fee.
According to the sales director of 10 years, Carole Lacey, “Our monthly fee covers all the day-to-day needs of our residents, but a price cannot be placed on the companionship, warmth, care and socialization that our residents receive by being here. Many seniors today become isolated and we offer them a family like atmosphere to enhance their quality of life.”
Tabatha Fox, executive director and also an LPN, leads a staff of dedicated and caring employees which exemplifies a personal commitment to a
family type atmosphere.
Justin McNiel, maintenance director, manages a staff of maintenance technicians who keep the building safe and running smoothly. There is a technician on duty 24 hours a day.
West Shores residents have the choice to participate in an organized on-site exercise program with trained instructors. We realize the importance of a professional fitness program designed to encourage seniors to maintain their level of independence. Research has proved that keeping our bodies strong during the aging process is a substantial key to an enhanced quality of life. For those residents who want more challenging exercise programs, transportation is provided to the gym four times a week. Visit our community life page on our website to see all our great events each month. http://www. westshores.org
Weather is no longer a concern, as residents can go to the beauty/barber salon, attend chapel services and entertain their guests without leaving the building.
Tina Kennedy, housekeeping director, with over 25 years of experience, directs a staff of hardworking people who are dedicated to providing exemplary service. One resident commented, “I go to lunch and come back to a spotless apartment, freshly laundered bed linens and towels, and rest a few minutes before leaving for my favorite card games. What a life!”
Operated by one of the nations’ largest senior housing companies, Capital Senior Living, West Shores offers studio, one and two- bedroom apartments with no “buy-in.” West Shores boasts a 96 percent satisfaction score for the last 17 years.
Seniors today have a choice in where they live and they select West Shores because of the assurance that they will receive the uppermost level of service in the community. They appreciate the fact they do not have to make another move to receive assisted living services, being able to stay in the same apartment offers them peace of mind.
Quality Food Service is one of the most important things we do. John Linehan plans and supervises the daily preparation of nutritious home-cooked meals. Our menus are reviewed by a dietitian each month as well to ensure we are meeting all nutritional needs.
Activities Director Sara Jester brings excitement and enthusiasm to the Planned Activities program at West Shores. Activities range from craft classes to off-campus excursions. A diverse catalog of daily activities and entertainment makes life at West Shores fulfilling and pleasurable.
Joanna Funderburk, business manager for over 19 years, assists residents when needed with computer issues and helps keep the office running smoothly.
Lacey helps residents choose just the right apartment and services to suit their needs. Her love of the lakes and beautiful Hot Springs area shows through when visiting and helping people make this all-important change. “I often hear from our prospective residents they are amazed at how everyone they meet are always smiling and so warm,” she said. “I love to share West Shores at mealtime, a time where our prospective residents can find old friends they may have lost track with, and a time where they can meet all of our residents and their future friends and family.”
West Shores is a wonderful place to work and this is exemplified by the tenure of the employees and residents, many of whom have lived here over
10 years.
Many employees have served West Shores for over 10 years which provides the peace of mind that residents aren’t concerned with constant turnover.
Our extensive remodeling of the building completed last year offers many new amenities. All four floors have been refreshed with new carpet, paint and furnishings. Two new spalike bathing rooms have been added so that residents can take advantage of therapy tubs. Driveways and parking lots have been renovated. The common area spaces such as the game rooms, library, activity room and cafe have received completely new equipment and furnishings.
“It is a pleasure to leave your workplace everyday feeling that you have helped to enhance someone’s life by saying ‘Welcome Home,’” Lacey said.
West Shores’ website is extremely helpful to people who live in another city or state and want to see what West Shores is all about. By accessing http:// www.westshores.org, they can gather information needed and see our many events.
We are truly Hot Springs’ premier Senior Living Community offering independent living, assisted care living and short term care options. Contact Carole Lacey at 501-767-1200 or
800-818-1201 to schedule a tour and lunch.