The Clyde D. and Doris Allen Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care Center in Coleman, Texas is nearly ready to open its doors.
“Holiday Hill’s expansion is nearing completion,” says Greg Whitten, Administrator of Holiday Hill.
Holiday Hill is soon to open its Alzheimer’s/Dementia care home. This new facility will be home to 20 plus residents who have Alzheimer’s or onset dementia. It will also employ numerous highly trained Alzheimer and dementia care certified nurse’s aides.
These nurse’s aides will be doing all the cooking, cleaning and assisting of the patients care. They will also be assisting in Activities that are focused on restoring memory and mobility.
“Our expectations of the new facility are that we are all excited about the new building and dealing with people that have Alzheimer’s. This will be a great new experience,” says CNA Leo Uresti. Michelle Estrada, also a CNA that will be joining the Center’s team, said she was “excited that every day would be a new day at the new center.”
Excitement of the “new” was the feelings of CNAs Nyca French and Robbie Cortez.
Reagan Barr, offices assistant, gave me a tour of the new center. She explained to me that the residents will have access to the courtyard and area. This area joins the dining room. ?It will seat 30 plus people. There is also a conference room, beauty shop, community action center, and business office.
“Each bedroom is private and the residents will have their own window, closet, and secure storage for their medication,” said Reagan. “The goal of the center is to make the residents feel like they are at home.”
The whole facility is tastefully decorated in warm, neutral colors. The furniture is comfortable and plush. The whole facility has a warm and comfy feeling.
According to Greg Whitten, the center has received its Certificate of Occupancy from the City of Coleman. Jerry Wade, site superintendent of Arthur Construction of Wichita Falls and Bob Ray, Public Works Director for the City of Coleman, have certified that all inspections have been made and passed. This is the last formal step for Holiday Hill in submitting their paperwork to the State of Texas for bed licensure and certification including certifying for Alzheimer’s. This process will take a few weeks before Holiday Hill is ready for new residents for this new addition.
On Tuesday, April 27, Greg Whitten and Holiday Hill staff and board members welcomed a large audience to view the new memory care center with an open house and dedication ceremony. After serving punch, coffee, and treats, Board President Jo Tyson along with Greg Whitten unveiled the official “Clyde D. and Doris Allen Memory Care Center”. Following the unveiling, the Chamber of Commerce hosted a formal ribbon cutting to honor the opening of the facility.
