Considering Assisted Living?
Considering Assisted Living?
Here are Six Key Features to Look For!
By Terri Landez, The Village at Incarnate Word
If you or a loved one are exploring senior living options, knowing what to look for can make all the difference. At The Village at Incarnate Word, we’ve spent 37 years helping families find a supportive, comfortable place for their next chapter. As you begin this journey, here are six essential features to look for in an assisted living community:
1. Compassionate, Quality Care
One of the main reasons people choose assisted living is to receive help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication management. At The Village, staff are available 24/7 for whatever your loved one may need. Care plans are personalized, and Concierge services and Sisters Care caregivers are available if extra help is needed. Higher levels of care are available onsite, including Memory Care and Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation. Onsite physical therapy is also available through Select Rehabilitation.
2. Safe & Serene Environment
A community that feels safe and supportive is just as important as beautiful surroundings. The Village offers a calm, homelike setting enriched with spiritual support to bring comfort as residents age. Located in the heart of Alamo Heights, we make it easy for residents to stay close to loved ones while enjoying their independence. Each assisted living apartment is thoughtfully designed with grab bars, pull cords, and emergency response systems to ensure safety, accessibility, and comfort.
3. Engaging Activities & Wellness Programs
One of the top benefits of assisted living is the opportunity to participate in activities or try new hobbies. At The Village, we offer a robust monthly activities calendar including daily fitness classes taught by a dedicated instructor, outings to local attractions, art classes, happy hours, game nights, and more. Lifelong learners will especially enjoy the unique opportunity to audit classes at the University of the Incarnate Word, located just next door.
4. Maintenance-Free Living
Daily tasks like cooking, cleaning, and home maintenance can become challenging with age — but a quality assisted living community will take care of it all. The Village provides nutritious, chef-prepared meals daily in our Main Dining Room and Bistro, weekly housekeeping and laundry, 24/7 on-call maintenance, and transportation services upon request. Residents can also enjoy our in-house salon for haircuts, styling, manicures, spa pedicures, men’s shaves, and more.
5. Unique Amenities
You may be surprised by what some assisted living communities offer! As a spiritually enriched community, The Village has FOUR onsite chapels for daily Mass, Adoration, Bible studies, and non-denominational prayer services. Residents will enjoy swimming in our indoor heated pool, exercising in the wellness center, gardening in our courtyards, and exploring the nearby Headwaters Sanctuary nature trails. There’s truly something for everyone!
Visit Us Today
If you’re considering assisted living, we invite you to tour Alphonse House at The Village at Incarnate Word. Call (210) 829-7561 for a free consultation and mention 78209 Magazine to waive the $1,750 community fee now through December 1, 2025!
