how is mayfield oaks handling the covid pandemic?

As COVID-19 presents such a risk for seniors, we have implemented plans to keep our residents healthy. The best strategy is to prevent COVID from entering the home. Access to Mayfield Oaks is restricted to essential services, and compassionate care visits. Any visitor must be symptom free, wear PPE, and maintain distance from residents. We discourage residents from leaving the home except for essential health care needs that can not be handled by visiting healthcare workers. Our staff is careful to avoid public gatherings; they are screened for symptoms prior to every shift, and wear all relevant PPE while at work. We follow guidance published by the Center for Disease Control (CDC) for Long-term Care Facilities.

DOES mayfield oaks accept new residents during the covid pandemic?

Yes, however any new resident must not have been in situations where there was known COVID infections; the resident must be symptom free and must have received a negative COVID-19 screening result within one week of move-in..

When is the right time to consider a move to Mayfield Oaks?

The best time to consider moving to Mayfield Oaks is before your loved one has something happen that forces them to have to move quickly.  Doing research and starting to think about senior living community options before the need arises can help you avoid having to make a move hastily.  It also enables you to find the right home for your loved one.

Is my family member a good fit for Mayfield Oaks?

Mayfield Oaks is designed to assist those who require watchful oversight and are in need of frequent, consistent assistance with ADL’s (activities of daily living).  We are not able to take residents that need skilled nursing care or who are unable to exit our building with minimal assistance in an emergency situation.  We can help you to determine if Mayfield Oaks is the right fit for your loved one.  

Does Mayfield Oaks provide memory care?

We do not offer a locked memory care unit.  However, we welcome residents with dementia or Alzheimer’s that are not at risk for leaving the building.  In fact, our small size can be a good fit for these residents.

Does Mayfield Oaks accept Medicare?

Mayfield Oaks is a private pay and we do not accept Medicare. At the same time, some long-term care insurance plans will cover some costs of assisted living care.  We are happy to help you make connections to investigate all options available to you.

Does Mayfield Oaks accept VA Benefits? 

We do have have residents that have received VA Benefits.  However, you would need to apply and meet the requirements of the Veterans Administration.  Actual benefit amount is determined by the VA, based on eligibility. The Veterans Administration can provide you with specific information regarding benefits. Our staff can also provide resources that you may find helpful.   

If my health needs change while living at Mayfield Oaks, will I automatically have to move into a skilled nursing facility?

We will reevaluate a resident’s needs as their condition changes.  Often we request home health, physical therapy and even hospice enabling a resident to remain in their home at Mayfield Oaks. There are situations where the demand for skilled nursing care requires a move into skilled nursing.