Avonlea Cottage of Dixon
Avonlea Cottage of Dixon
"life gets better from here"
530 Countryside Lane
Dixon, Illinois 61021
(815) 288-6044
Avonlea Cottage of Dixon provides Alzheimer's and Dementia services and care in a safe and secure home-styled cottage. "There is a joy of life every day at Avonlea"
Avonlea Dixon is a unique residence where people in the early to middle stages of Alzheimer's Disease and related memory-impairing diseases can enjoy a renewed sense of normalcy. By focusing on each resident as an individual, we customize a plan of care to balance and promote choices, dignity, assistance and involvement with activities, family and friends.
Our program has been designed to ensure the highest quality of life for the dementia resident through our approach of providing assistance and support in a structured environment. Our residents and their families realize that life after diagnosis is still rich and rewarding.
Avonlea provides Alzheimer's residents with:
A secure "purpose built" environment
Specially designed focus centers to promote memory stimulation
Dedicated, specially trained staff to provide individualized personal care and attention
Success-oriented activities
Personal care assistance that focuses on retaining functional abilities
Family support and involvement
In addition, basic plans include:
Studio suite with spacious private bath and low-curb shower
Three nutritious and appetizing meals carefully planned by a registered dietitian (Servings for special diets)
Personal care assistance with activities of daily living (ADL's), as indicated on the residents wellness care plan, including dressing, bathing, evening care, and escorts to meals and social activities.
Personalized wellness care plan and monthly wellness visits by licensed nurse
Weekly housekeeping and linen laundry service.
Weekly personal laundry (except dry cleaning)
Individual climate controls (Heating/AC)
Full calendar of activities
24-hour professional staff
24-hour emergency response system
Helpful medication reminders
Fire safety system
Beautifully maintained landscaping and gardens



Votes:9