Bethany Village
A Senior Living Community

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is Assisted Living?
A: Assisted living is an affordable, residential alternative to institutional nursing home care for seniors.  Assisted Living offers personalized assistance, supportive services, and health care in a professionally managed group environment.


Q: Who lives in assisted living residences?
A: Assisted living is appropriate for seniors who can no longer live on their own at home but who do not need skilled nursing care.  Residents may need help with Activities of Daily Living (ADLS) such as eating, bathing and dressing, and with medication administration or incontience.


Q: Do I have to be rich to afford Bethany Village?
A: Generally speaking, if you are an average home-owner with some investments or pension and social security, you can afford Bethany Village.  The income and assets mix of Bethany Village residents compares with that in the general community.


Q: What about costs?
A: Costs for Assisted Living vary according to the size of the selected living suite and the types of services needed by the residents. At Bethany Village, there's no long-term lease or endowment required. One affordable, monthly fee covers everything except private telephone and cable.


Q: May I keep my own personal physician?
A: Residents may utilize their own physician or Bethany Village can provide the resident with a list of local physicians.  Bethany Village has an on-site office/exam area for the convenience of our residents.  Transportation can be arranged for those residents who prefer to utilize outside medical services.


Q: What if my condition deteriorates?
A: Resident care is coordinated through the resident’s physician, our RN Clinical Coordinator and Resident Care Managers. A resident’s physician is the ultimate decision maker of whether or not personal care is an appropriate alternative.


Q: What if I have to be hospitalized?
A: It is the policy of Bethany Village to charge the full monthly fee while a resident’s belongings are occupying their room.  If a resident’s belongings are removed before the 15th of the month, a 50% refund will be made.  No refunds will be offered after the 15th of the month.


Q: May I bring my personal belongings?
A: All units at Bethany Village are fully furnished, although residents are encouraged to personalize their living space.  ANY alterations and wall hangings must be coordinated with the Environmental Services Director.