Information for Families and Guests

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Visiting Hours
Sanctuary at McAuley has open visiting hours. Suggested hours are between 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m., for resident’s convenience.

Resident Clothing
All residents are encouraged to get dressed daily in appropriate clothing. All clothing (and other personal belongings such as shoes, eyeglasses, hearing aides, blankets, pillow, etc.) must be marked with first initial and last name. Labels are available at no charge and are preferred for clothing and blankets. Please see unit nurse for an order form.

Laundry Services
Laundry services are offered at no additional charge. Family is also welcome to do personal laundry (clothing still needs to be marked for identification purposes). If families prefer to do the laundry, a rubber maid type container with a lid is needed to store soiled clothing. Please let us know if you would like Sanctuary at McAuley to do the laundry. (Sanctuary at McAuley IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGE TO CLOTHING OR ACCIDENTIAL LAUNDERING OF WOOL AN SHRINKABLE ITEMS)

Telephone Service
Phone jacks are located in each room. Sanctuary at McAuley is pleased to provide free local telephone services to the residents. The resident is responsible for providing his or her own touch-tone telephone.

• Phone calls are an excellent way to check and see how your family member is doing on any given day. The optimal times to call are before 7:00 a.m., between 9:00 a.m. – 11:30; 2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m., and before 8:00 p.m.
• Long Distance telephone calls are at the residents expense and may be made by using a calling card or prepaid telephone card, which can be purchased at many local stores.

Televisions
Local television access is available in each room. Sanctuary at McAuley provides a television to each resident room. Because of safety and electrical requirements, only the television provided may be used in the resident’s room.

Radio
“Companion Radio” brings appropriate listening content for use of the residents. These four private stations of radio programming come via satellite. The resident programs are therapeutic music, classic radio shows and activities, which stimulate, entertain and divert. Some resident rooms are equipped with “Companion Radios” and the stations can be selected by pressing the appropriate “Color” coordination button.

The Reminiscence Station

When residents tune in to the Reminiscence Station, they tune in to the prime of their lives - music from the 1920s, 30s, and 40s. But, it's more than just music! It's a blend of therapies: music, reminiscence, and recreation. Research shows that recalling sounds evokes memories of one's youth and increases self-esteem. This makes coping with the realities of institutionalized living easier. Better moods mean better relationships with families, other residents, and staff. Our announcer accompanies the songs with special trivia tidbits and "pop quizzes" to remind listeners of the artist or the time when the song was recorded.

In addition to individual songs, the Reminiscence Station features special programs such as an hour of Benny Goodman, an hour from the Swing Era, or a celebration of a special holiday - to bring back memories from the "good old days".

The Imagination Station

Classic theater programs from days when radio was "King" stir memories of families gathering around the radio to listen to their favorite shows - like Charlie McCarthy, Burns and Allen, Jack Benny, Fibber McGee and Molly, and many more! Stories, books, and poetry readings also continue to broaden the mind and are a special help to the vision impaired. Families and volunteers find that visits become easier with the accompaniment of nostalgic old shows. Residents themselves can also exert a measure of responsibility by making their own programming choices.

The Potpourri Station

Not Surprisingly, residents who are active and alert can be the most challenging to provide with adequate stimulation, especially after hours. The Potpourri Station's continuous games, exercise classes, and senior news and current events brings the world to residents' rooms, while at the same time encouraging reclusive residents to expand their worlds and interact with others.

During the day the Potpourri Station provides listeners with a window on current events, issues, and personalities. Programs come from respected organizations such as National Public Radio, Public Radio International, and AARP.

During the afternoon and early evening, games, sing alongs, and exercises challenge and entertain groups or singles. Broadway Musicals daily at 4:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. are especially popular with groups and staff alike!

At night, music and senior oriented talk shows occupy light or troubled sleepers.

The Serenity Station

The Serenity Station is specifically designed for people with dementia-related diseases such as Alzheimer's disease. The programming is carefully selected to be soothing, relaxing, and non-agitating. All music is instrumental with no voices or speaking. The programming is scheduled to assist with peaks and valleys of activities throughout the day. For example, in the morning, when most residents are rising for the day, gentle music plays with birds singing in the background. In the evening, at bedtime, there are crickets chirping in the background. During periods of higher activity in the day - programming may be enjoyed such as Songs We now and Timeless Melodies.

In the middle of the night - when some residents have difficulty sleeping, the Classical Sleep music will help them sleep.

Smoking
Sanctuary at McAuley is a smoke free facility. Smoking is not allowed in the building or on the grounds.

Guest Meals
Family and friends are welcome and encouraged to share meals with their loved ones. A tray is $2.00 and meal tickets can be purchased from the receptionist between 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Activities
Activities are a major part of daily living here at Sanctuary at McAuley. These include music, birthday parties, family nights, pet visits, exercise, special holiday events and many others. Calendars are posted in each room and across from the main nurses station.

Spiritual Care
As a faith based organization, Sanctuary at McAuley is sensitive to the various spiritual needs of its residents and families. We do provide pastoral care services, bible studies, mass, church services and other celebratory events. If you have a specific spiritual care need, please share it with us and we will endeavor to facilitate your requests.