What does the second person monthly fee cover?

For independent living, the second person fee covers the additional cost of meals, utilities, and access to all of the amenities and wellness programming Glenmeadow offers. For assisted living, it covers all assisted living services for the second person, including meals, personal care, personal laundry, medication management and care coordination.

What is included in the monthly fee?

The monthly fee for independent living covers the meal program, weekly housekeeping, maintenance of your apartment and all appliances, access to all of the common areas, cable television, wireless Internet access, scheduled transportation, all utilities except telephone, and a full schedule of recreational and social wellness programs. The monthly fee for assisted living includes many of the services included in Independent Living, plus up to one hour a day of personal care assistance, three meals per day, weekly personal laundry service, care coordination and medication management. We try to be inclusive with our pricing and not surprise you with extra charges. We are known for the extraordinary level of service we provide as a matter of routine. Services such as cleaning snow off your car, carrying a heavy package to your apartment, or helping to coordinate rehab services after hip replacement surgery are examples of the basic service we provide to every resident who lives here.

What is an entrance fee?

One of the most popular methods of financing independent retirement living for a not-for-profit community like Glenmeadow is with a community entrance fee. Entrance fees are used to create revenue that helps offset the costs of providing an all-inclusive, multi-level of care environment. As a 501c3, Glenmeadow uses the fees to support the residents, not pay stockholders or investors. Entrance fees are based on the size of the apartment and, to some extent, its location. There is no second person entrance fee at Glenmeadow. (There is no entrance fee for assisted living.) You can choose from two types of entrance fees: the 90% Refundable Plan or the Declining Refund Plan. 90% Refundable Plan The amount you pay is reduced by one percent each month for the first ten months of residency. If you leave Glenmeadow, transfer to assisted living, or pass away after the first ten months of residency, you (or your estate) will receive 90 percent of your entrance fee back. If you leave during the first ten months, you will receive an amount equal to the total paid, less one percent for each month of occupancy. For example, if you leave after five months, you will receive 95 percent of your entrance fee back. Declining Refund Plan The amount you pay is reduced by one percent each month of residency for 100 months. For example, if you leave after five months, you will receive 95 percent of your entrance fee back. If you transfer to assisted living after 50 months of residency, you will receive 50 percent of the entrance fee back. If you pass away after 100 months of residency, there will be no refund to your estate.

What happens if I decide not to move in? Can I get my wait list deposit back?

If you decide not to move in, you will receive a refund of your deposit, plus the accrued interest, less a fee of $500. If the Wait List Agreement is terminated because you are unable to occupy the residence because of death, catastrophic illness, injury, or other incapacity, you (or your estate) shall receive the full amount back, plus the accrued interest.

Do you need to be approved or accepted to become a resident?

Glenmeadow’s criteria for admission to the independent and assisted living apartments are based on age, health, and financial ability to pay for services. For both independent and assisted living, a prospective resident, or their spouse, must be at least sixty-two years of age, and be able to demonstrate the ability to pay the required fees comfortably and for their life expectancy. Other criteria vary as follows: Independent Living Residents must demonstrate an ability to live independently. Prospective residents must complete and return an application and medical form prior to final acceptance for tenancy. Assisted Living Glenmeadow assesses each resident’s ability to perform activities of daily living, along with their physical and mental status. These competencies are considered when making resident placement decisions at the time of occupancy and throughout the period of residency. In compliance with Massachusetts regulations, Glenmeadow cannot admit persons to assisted living who have acute medical conditions, unmanageable incontinence, advanced stages of cognitive impairments or behavioral problems that present a danger to the resident or others, are in need of skilled nursing care, or require ongoing two person transfer. Prospective residents must complete and return an application and medical form, prior to a scheduled assessment, which will be conducted by our Director of Health Services. A decision regarding final acceptance will be made following the assessment.

How does the waiting list work? Do I have to specify a certain apartment?

When you meet with our Residency Advisor, they will discuss with you the styles of apartment you are interested in, the sizes, the locations and the time period in which you would like to move. Once you have narrowed down some of your choices, you will complete a Confidential Data Application and submit a $3,000 Wait List Fee. This fee earns market-rate interest and if you choose to withdraw from the list, we will refund your deposit with interest, less a $500 administrative fee. Being financially approved to join our wait list does not necessarily mean you are guaranteed an apartment. Financial and medical criteria must still be met when you have accepted an available apartment. Our Residency Advisor will be sure to only contact you with apartments that you are interested in; after 3 offers, your name will move to the bottom of the waiting list, so it is important to stay in communication with your Residency Advisor during the waiting list period.

Are there apartments available? How do I get on the waiting list?

Glenmeadow generally maintains full occupancy in both independent and assisted living. We draw from our waiting list when an opening occurs; therefore we recommend you consider securing placement on either our independent or assisted living waiting list. If you are interested in joining our Waiting List, complete our Contact Us form and a Residency Advisor will reach out to you with the details

What amenities will I find at Glenmeadow?

Glenmeadow includes a variety of amenities that are specifically designed for the residents who live here. Some of our more popular amenities include an indoor swimming pool and jacuzzi, multiple dining venues and a theater with comfortable seating. Our living room is centrally located and includes a fireplace, television, and game tables. We also have lounge areas throughout the building which can be reserved for card games, cocktail receptions, or family gatherings. Our library includes a variety of hard and soft cover books, as well as the daily newspaper. Other amenities include a salon and spa, art studio and a wellness and fitness center.

What if I only need care assistance for a short period of time?

Independent living residents are entitled to forty visits with our nursing team members each year. Our licensed nursing team members, located in the assisted living wing, is there to meet with you if you have questions or concerns about your health or are in need of short-term help. Glenmeadow at Home can provide additional short-term care as well, until the person returns to their Independent Living status. Additionally, Glenmeadow partners with area agencies to provide services like outpatient PT/OT, blood labs, and podiatry services.

What is the Glenmeadow’s Aging in Place theory for independent living?

Glenmeadow believes that a person should receive the care they need as they age right in the place they call home. There are a number of ways an independent living resident can access and hire personal care assistance, from wellness checks and our 15-minute/day Care Share program to our Glenmeadow at Home program, offering care management and home health care services right in their apartment. All residents also have access to a Care Coordination consult when needed, to help guide the resident and their loved ones as to what services would best support the resident.

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Dr. Kathy Martin
President & CEO
(413) 567-5977
kmartin@glenmeadow.org
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Director of Sales and Marketing
(413) 567-3951
zstone@glenmeadow.org