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Elders Nest adult family homes open in Waverly Monday, June 1 NANCY DASHWOOD Staff Writer Michael and Cherene Beatty are bringing a new kind of family-friendly assisted living home to Waverly. The Beattys own The Elders Nest, LLC, and operate assisted living homes in Washington state. Two Elders Nest homes are slated to open in Waverly Monday, June 1. Elders Nest homes feature six private bedrooms, and have 24/7 staff in addition to a live-in resident manager. “Our caregivers have time to spend, one-on-one with the residents, visiting, doing crafts, taking them outside in the sun, etc.,” said Cherene. A commitment to residents’ comfort and conve- nience is paramount to the Beattys.“The Elders Nest policy is to avoid rigid schedules for our residents,” Mi- chael said. “Breakfast happens here, all morning long. Residents who sleep longer in the morning are allowed to do so, and their breakfast is prepared once they get up. We try to have a supper for everyone near the same time in the evening to encourage companionship be- tween the residents.” Meals follow the family-style concept. The Beattys pride them- selves that no “cafeteria-style food” will be found at The Elders Nest. Visitors are important at The Elders Nest. The Beattys encour- age staff to greet residents, family, friends, and visitors by name when they come in the door. “There are no strangers here,” Cherene assured. “Coffee and snacks are always available for visitors, and family dinners are frequently held for family and friends of our residents.” Elders Nest residents have health care help available at all times. “Skin checks, mood, bowel The Elders Nest units in Waverly are currently under construction, but care, range of motion, fall preven- are scheduled to be open June 1. PHOTO BY KEELEY SWANTEK tion, etc. are most assuredly done and cared for by a caregiver,” Cherene said. OPENING JUNE 1 - IN WAVERLY ASSISTED LIVING Giving your loved ones the individualized care they need in a family home enviornment. There are only six residents in a home with 24/7 caregivers. We help with everything from mobility and eating, to exercise and grooming, helping individuals and their loved ones live happy and fulfilling lives. CALL (360) 687-4051 TO RESERVE YOUR ROOM 2 Senior Connections May/June 2020 310 & 314 61st Street SW • Waverly, MN 55390 eldersnest.com Senior Connections HJ.COM