Our Wish List
With the coming of a New Year on January 1st came the launch of our new annual campaign!
Every year, we identify a number of exciting opportunities that will enhance and improve the quality of life for ALL residents of Dow Rummel Village. Whether it be improved facilities, additional programs, advanced staff training or the continued growth of our financial assistance program, we diligently seek to identify those elements which will continue to make Dow Rummel Village the region’s premier senior adult living community.
We strongly encourage your support. Please consider the following 2011 priority projects:
Neighborhood Security System ($30,000)
The security and well being of all our residents is a top priority. A new security lock system on residents’ apartment doors will provide peace of mind with better monitoring of the Dow Rummel neighborhoods, starting with Village North and Village West.
Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care Training & Program ($25,000/year)
We take pride in the professional abilities of our staff, particularly in the care and treatment of residents with Alzheimer’s and dementia.We have identified one of the world’s most respected medical consultants specializing in patient-centered therapeutic programs to assist our staff in achieving the next level of care, and in a multi-year development of unique programs for our Health Care and Memory Care Centers.
Chapel Multimedia and Communication Services ($5,000)
Our chapel is a multi-use facility which hosts public programs, monthly all-staff education and information meetings, and numerous other Dow Rummel community gatherings. Internet access in the Chapel will greatly increase program flexibility. A widescreen TV will provide maximum viewing convenience for meetings and events using multi-media tools.
We also have identified a resident need for updated television services in the common areas of the Allen Wing, Assisted Living and the Memory Care Centers. This would consist of three(3) widescreen TVs.
Electronic Records System ($30,000)
We plan to add the first phase of a network program that would allow licensed staff to automatically update residents’ medical charts through a handheld system. This Point of Care system provides a check and balance to ensure accuracy, and timely record updating and storage. It will improve healthcare delivery and resident outcomes.
Employee Rewards Program ($5,000)
We would like our employee benefit program to include more benefits for our staff than just scholarships, as originally intended. Currently, staff are encouraged to apply for scholarships to assist with school expenses, or help pay for workshops they attend. We would also like to develop reward or incentive programs for the staff as well.
Resident Financial Assistance (Ongoing need)
This fund was established to provide financial assistance to residents who find that they are outliving their financial assets. Those residents can apply for assistance through this fund, which is financially supported to a significant extent by many Dow Rummel residents and friends who strongly believe in the concept of “neighbors helping neighbors”.
Your choice to partner with us helps assure all Dow Rummel Village residents a strong quality of life and the very best in continuing care.
For more information:
Development Office
(605.336.1490)
funddevelopment@dowrummel.com
