Q: What’s the difference between Assisted Living and Independent Living?
A: Independent Living includes-- enriching activities, fitness programs and all utilities.
B: Assisted Living includes-- housekeeping, pendant, enriching activity programs, two loads of laundry a week and emergency pendant. Other services like three meals a day and medication management are available on our options menu. Personal care staff are available 24 hours a day.
Q: How much does it cost to live in your community?
A: Cost varies on the apartment style and services provided. If you do need care, we will schedule a complimentary assessment with our Director of Health Services to create a customized care plan based on your needs and wants which determines your service pricing.
Q: What is community life like now for residents?
A: A safe and friendly environment, with precautions to keep our residents safe.
Q: How do you plan for a future move to senior living?
A: At Cannon Rivers, we provide information on downsizing and work with families.
Q: What care options are available?
A: Cannon Rivers offers senior housing options for 55+, independent living, assisted living, short-term-stays and memory care as well as coordination of hospice and other care services.
Q: Do you have a medication management program?
A: Yes, Cannon Rivers has a medication management program, which may be added to an individualized service plan and varies based on regulations. Residents participating in Cannon Rivers medication program may choose their own pharmacy or use Cannon Rivers preferred pharmacy provider in that region. If a resident prefers to use an alternate pharmacy, the resident and pharmacy must comply with certain requirements.
Q: If needed, how is my level of care determined?
A: Upon move-in, our nurses and care team will assess your current health and review your medical history to see how we can best meet your needs. They will also discuss your preferences as well as your normal routines to develop a care plan that’s tailor made for you. This individualized service plan details your care plan and is regularly updated to meet your evolving needs.
Q: What training do staff members receive?
A: We provide continued education and training, clinical care protocols and multiple quality assurance measures to reinforce our strong standards. Cannon Rivers extensive training programs have been developed throughout the years and include; classroom, online and hands-on training, and employee shadowing and mentoring.
Q: Do you offer 24-hour nursing?
A: We have nurses either in the community or on-call 24-hours a day.
Q: What is included in the costs for Assisted Living?
A: Our base rate in assisted living and memory care includes housekeeping, a load of personal laundry and fresh linens and towels each week, an emergency safety alert system, wellness checks, transportation to community programs, and all of our in-house activities.
Q: How do I arrange a visit?
A: The first step is to arrange a visit to Cannon Rivers. You can call Brandi Paulzine at 507-263-6087. During your visit, we’ll talk to you about your personal circumstances and how we can meet your individual needs.
Q: What types of activities do you offer?
A: Our programming and activities will be specially designed to engage a senior’s mind, body and spirit.
Our mind activities will include games, discussion groups, outings, happy hour, and more! Cannon Rivers will offer daily programming that helps our seniors stay physically active with walking clubs and much more. For residents that like to get in touch with their inner spirit, we will provide musical programs, and a variety of religious offerings.
Additionally, we will regularly plan fun and engaging activities outside of the community, such as a trip to a local park and barbeque lunch, a scenic bus ride tour. There’s always something to look forward to!
Q: What is the average age of residents in assisted living?
A: While age varies by each community, in general, our residents are in their late 70’s to mid-90.
Q: How does the dining program work?
A: In assisted living, we offer options. If people are interested, they may purchase a daily meal plan. Our dining services coordinators serve our residents restaurant-style. Emphasizing choice is important. In addition to the unique entrees featured at each meal, we also offer an “always available” menu for our residents who choose a meal plan.
Q: Are there restrictions on visiting hours?
A: As this is our residents' home, we welcome visitors and work with our family and friends to visit their loved ones at a time that works best for them.
Q: Do you allow pets? Can I bring my dog or cat with me?
A: Yes, you are welcome to bring your own pet with you! If you are comfortable caring for your pet and they are an appropriate pet for the community setting we would love them to join our Cannon Rivers family. Guidelines apply.
Q: How quickly can you help me move in?
A: We work with each family to support their needs as best we can, including accommodating urgent move-ins when possible. Residents in Assisted living, Memory Care receive a full care assessment prior to moving in, which helps our care team develop his or her Individualized Plan. In some cases, a move-in can occur in as little as a day or so.
Q: Can I bring my own furniture?
A: Yes, you are welcome to bring your own furniture with you as this is your home! We encourage you to design your apartment to be as comfortable and familiar as possible.
Q: Do we have to sign a long-term lease for the apartment?
A: No. Our community does not require long-term lease commitments. However, most of our communities require a deposit/move-in fee upon signing the residency agreement. We also require 30 days written notice prior to moving out of the community.
Q: Do you offer any short-term stays?
A: Yes, we do offer short term stays at our community. A short-term stay (Stay by the Day) is a convenient option when planned or unforeseen circumstances occur such as an extended family vacation or recovery from an illness. Guests can receive assistance during an illness or rehabilitation after a hospital visit, and some of our communities offer skilled nursing for those needing more care.
Q: Can we move in as a couple?
A: Yes! At Cannon Rivers, couples can live together in their own apartment surrounded by their familiar belongings. Double occupancy fees may apply.
A: Independent Living includes-- enriching activities, fitness programs and all utilities.
B: Assisted Living includes-- housekeeping, pendant, enriching activity programs, two loads of laundry a week and emergency pendant. Other services like three meals a day and medication management are available on our options menu. Personal care staff are available 24 hours a day.
Q: How much does it cost to live in your community?
A: Cost varies on the apartment style and services provided. If you do need care, we will schedule a complimentary assessment with our Director of Health Services to create a customized care plan based on your needs and wants which determines your service pricing.
Q: What is community life like now for residents?
A: A safe and friendly environment, with precautions to keep our residents safe.
Q: How do you plan for a future move to senior living?
A: At Cannon Rivers, we provide information on downsizing and work with families.
Q: What care options are available?
A: Cannon Rivers offers senior housing options for 55+, independent living, assisted living, short-term-stays and memory care as well as coordination of hospice and other care services.
Q: Do you have a medication management program?
A: Yes, Cannon Rivers has a medication management program, which may be added to an individualized service plan and varies based on regulations. Residents participating in Cannon Rivers medication program may choose their own pharmacy or use Cannon Rivers preferred pharmacy provider in that region. If a resident prefers to use an alternate pharmacy, the resident and pharmacy must comply with certain requirements.
Q: If needed, how is my level of care determined?
A: Upon move-in, our nurses and care team will assess your current health and review your medical history to see how we can best meet your needs. They will also discuss your preferences as well as your normal routines to develop a care plan that’s tailor made for you. This individualized service plan details your care plan and is regularly updated to meet your evolving needs.
Q: What training do staff members receive?
A: We provide continued education and training, clinical care protocols and multiple quality assurance measures to reinforce our strong standards. Cannon Rivers extensive training programs have been developed throughout the years and include; classroom, online and hands-on training, and employee shadowing and mentoring.
Q: Do you offer 24-hour nursing?
A: We have nurses either in the community or on-call 24-hours a day.
Q: What is included in the costs for Assisted Living?
A: Our base rate in assisted living and memory care includes housekeeping, a load of personal laundry and fresh linens and towels each week, an emergency safety alert system, wellness checks, transportation to community programs, and all of our in-house activities.
Q: How do I arrange a visit?
A: The first step is to arrange a visit to Cannon Rivers. You can call Brandi Paulzine at 507-263-6087. During your visit, we’ll talk to you about your personal circumstances and how we can meet your individual needs.
Q: What types of activities do you offer?
A: Our programming and activities will be specially designed to engage a senior’s mind, body and spirit.
Our mind activities will include games, discussion groups, outings, happy hour, and more! Cannon Rivers will offer daily programming that helps our seniors stay physically active with walking clubs and much more. For residents that like to get in touch with their inner spirit, we will provide musical programs, and a variety of religious offerings.
Additionally, we will regularly plan fun and engaging activities outside of the community, such as a trip to a local park and barbeque lunch, a scenic bus ride tour. There’s always something to look forward to!
Q: What is the average age of residents in assisted living?
A: While age varies by each community, in general, our residents are in their late 70’s to mid-90.
Q: How does the dining program work?
A: In assisted living, we offer options. If people are interested, they may purchase a daily meal plan. Our dining services coordinators serve our residents restaurant-style. Emphasizing choice is important. In addition to the unique entrees featured at each meal, we also offer an “always available” menu for our residents who choose a meal plan.
Q: Are there restrictions on visiting hours?
A: As this is our residents' home, we welcome visitors and work with our family and friends to visit their loved ones at a time that works best for them.
Q: Do you allow pets? Can I bring my dog or cat with me?
A: Yes, you are welcome to bring your own pet with you! If you are comfortable caring for your pet and they are an appropriate pet for the community setting we would love them to join our Cannon Rivers family. Guidelines apply.
Q: How quickly can you help me move in?
A: We work with each family to support their needs as best we can, including accommodating urgent move-ins when possible. Residents in Assisted living, Memory Care receive a full care assessment prior to moving in, which helps our care team develop his or her Individualized Plan. In some cases, a move-in can occur in as little as a day or so.
Q: Can I bring my own furniture?
A: Yes, you are welcome to bring your own furniture with you as this is your home! We encourage you to design your apartment to be as comfortable and familiar as possible.
Q: Do we have to sign a long-term lease for the apartment?
A: No. Our community does not require long-term lease commitments. However, most of our communities require a deposit/move-in fee upon signing the residency agreement. We also require 30 days written notice prior to moving out of the community.
Q: Do you offer any short-term stays?
A: Yes, we do offer short term stays at our community. A short-term stay (Stay by the Day) is a convenient option when planned or unforeseen circumstances occur such as an extended family vacation or recovery from an illness. Guests can receive assistance during an illness or rehabilitation after a hospital visit, and some of our communities offer skilled nursing for those needing more care.
Q: Can we move in as a couple?
A: Yes! At Cannon Rivers, couples can live together in their own apartment surrounded by their familiar belongings. Double occupancy fees may apply.
