This special section was prepared by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel marketing department.There was no editing or reporting from the newsroom involved.

This special section was prepared by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel marketing department.There was no editing or reporting from the newsroom involved.

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Tudor Oaks

Windsor Place Assisted Living

Introducing...

Independent Living, Assisted Living, Health Care

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In recent months, the spotlight has been on Tudor Oaks’ redevelopment and its spacious new apartments. This has been an exciting year in Tudor Oaks’ history. But this is just part of the story.

One of the benefits of living at Tudor Oaks is the array of choices available. At Tudor Oaks you can enjoy the Mighty Oak Fitness Center, indoor pool, greenhouse or theater whether you reside in a contemporary unit or one of our more affordable traditional apartment homes. Everyone is part of the same dynamic community.

You may not be aware that Tudor Oaks also has expanded the continuum of services to meet your needs. The newly-rebuilt Fir wing creates a new, friendly neighborhood of assisted living apartments.

Memory care will be available, too, as for the first time in our 35-year tradition, we introduce Windsor Gardens.

For couples, this is an ideal combination of options — independent living, assisted living, memory care, short-term rehab and long-term health care. All of this is available under one roof in one beautiful 110-acre setting helping to keep couples together even if needs change.

If you have been thinking about seeing for yourself all that is happening at Tudor Oaks — wait no longer.

CHuCk LAmSOnExecutive Director

Another part of the Tudor Oaks story

Elizabeth Fincutter and Wellness Director Lisa Grimmer

Executive Director Chuck Lamson

Meet the staff of Tudor Oaks

Director of Environmental Service Tom Sperry

Assistant Director of Environmental Services Mary Malecki

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Tudor Oaks’ assisted living program provides the comprehensive range of supportive services that encourages an individual’s independence. That’s why there are two care areas within the assisted living program.

“It’s like family here, it’s very homey,” said Cindy Waedekin, director of supportive services/assisted living at Tudor Oaks.

Each assisted living wing at Tudor Oaks has a Certified Nursing Assistant on duty 24 hours a day, plus nursing supervision.

All residents in the assisted living and memory care apartments can participate in the activities offered throughout the campus, such a watching a movie in the Olive Wood Theatre, working on a project in the Poplar Lifestyle Room or attending a fitness class in the Mighty Oak Wellness Center.

These assisted living options provide another level of aging-in-place care for residents. For a spouse living in a Tudor Oaks independent apartment, it’s just a short walk to the assisted living area. And for the convenience of off-campus guests, the assisted living area has its own entrance lobby.

The monthly assisted living fee provides the following benefits and services:

• Full dining service (three meals a day)

• Individualized care and nursing services

• Medication assistance

• Lifestyle recreational events and special programs

• Spiritual care

• Weekly bed linen service

• Housekeeping services

• Wellness/fitness program

• Maintenance services

• All utilities (except phone and Internet services)

• Emergency call system

Perfect fit for mother and son “The level of personal care and

compassion at Tudor Oaks is outstanding,” said Ed Kutz. His mother, Barbara Kutz, moved from Beloit to an independent-living apartment at Tudor Oaks three years ago, and then moved into her current assisted-living apartment about a year ago.

“The fact that you can go from indepen-dent to assisted living to nursing care all in one place is very appealing,” Ed noted.

Before Barbara came to Tudor Oaks, Ed had built a house in the same neighborhood. “It was just a coincidence,” he explained, “but when I learned about all that is offered here, it made perfect sense for my mother to move.”

His proximity enables Ed to visit his mother at least once a week, “and I receive regular e-mails and calls from her caregivers.”

Don Hintze, whose father, Henry Hintze, lives in Windsor Gardens Memory Care, said he believes the staff sets Tudor Oaks apart from other assisted-living communities. “The level of quality and caring is No. 1,” Don said.

After touring other options, Don was impressed by all that Windsor Gardens offers. “The rooms are new, spacious and state-of-the-art,” he said, “yet it’s also the most cost effective compared to other facilities with a comparable level of care.”

Assisted living at Tudor Oaks caters to individual needs

Whether it’s lending a hand or gently taking one’s hand, helping another individual feel comfortable and independent means responding in a way that best fits the person’s needs and capabilities.

Memory Care apartments in the Tudor Oaks’ Fir wing feature ease of access to all areas.

Blueprint shows two unit layout. Note private baths.

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Windsor House program is specifically designed to accommodate folks looking for a bit of professional help with those daily chores that may have become challenging. Perhaps managing one’s daily medications accurately and consistently has become a concern. Or has bathing become an issue of safety for you or a loved one? Perhaps reaching zippers and buttons is now a daily struggle. At Windsor House we can provide a custom program designed to meet your individual and specific needs.

Each of our beautiful new Windsor House apartments are designed by Renner Architects of Milwaukee and feature the same finishes and unique touches found in our beautiful independent apartment homes. Each Windsor House apartment offers a spacious, fully tiled bath with walk-in shower, a tea kitchen with microwave and refrigerator as well as a living room

and separate bedroom. These lovely homes also offer the best in smart design for managing any needed adaptive equipment.

At Windsor House, we’ve made every effort to design personal services and create community spaces that encourage independence and respect the individual. Dining is an important and enjoyable experience with three delicious meals served each day from our chef’s ever-changing menu. Linen tablecloths and napkins are standard in our beautiful new dining room and your meals are served by an attentive wait staff. Relax with family and friends in the comfy living room and pass an afternoon watching a movie or simply relaxing by the fire. And of course, you have the ongoing assurance and peace of mind knowing professional medical staff is available 24/7.

indsor House Assisted Living

indsor Gardens Memory CareThe other area of assisted living,

Windsor Gardens Memory Care is designed for those who may be experiencing memory loss and associated concerns due to Alzheimer’s or diagnosed dementia. Here too, Renner Architects have created individual apartments that are both appealing and specifically designed for this unique group of seniors. Thoughtful layout is complimented by subtle colors and textures especially selected for those dealing with memory loss.

You will find bright and inviting community spaces that help encourage participation in the broad variety of activities developed specifically for the

residents of Windsor Gardens. And opening soon is our memory garden to encourage and support that sense of freedom found only out of doors

As a resident of Windsor Gardens, the specific needs of each resident can be determined and met on a moment-to-moment basis by our specially trained, professional staff. Individualized care plans include a wellness component based on the “whole person” concept that addresses the emotional, spiritual, social and physical needs. Families can be assured their loved one is safe, secure and living to their greatest potential as a resident of Windsor Gardens.

A one-bedroom unit at Windsor House. All Assisted Living apartments are designed

for ease of accessibility.

Side-by-side apartments at Windsor Gardens are thoughtfully designed with subtle

colors and textures.

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Residents in the assisted living apartments can enjoy family style dining, left, and community living areas that feature a fireplace

and large-screen TV.

Above, apartments include bathrooms with ceramic tile, granite vanities and no-threshold entrances to shower stalls.

I need dependable eyes and ears, and the

caregivers at Tudor Oaks give me that peace of mind.

nAnCy dOwning HAnSenDaughter of Tudor Oaks resident

“I do long-distance elder care,” said Nancy Downing Hansen of Fort Collins, Colo. Her 90-year-old mother has lived at Tudor Oaks for five years. “I need dependable eyes and ears, and the caregivers at Tudor Oaks give me that peace of mind. They are so compassionate and attentive. They consistently put the residents’ needs first.”

Her mother lived in an independent living apartment on the campus before moving into an assisted living apartment two years ago. “She chose Tudor Oaks because she liked the people, the location and the large size of the apartment,” Downing Hansen said.

Her mother also has received care in the Health Center and from the rehabilitation therapists. “The seamlessness with how the residents move from one area at Tudor Oaks to another as their needs change makes planning so much easier,” Downing Hansen said. She noted that an older person’s needs can change unpredictably, so she appreciates the full range of care that is always available at Tudor Oaks.

Downing Hansen remains in close contact with Cindy Waedekin via e-mail and phone calls. “The staff always lets me know what’s going on,” she said. “They’re amazing at what they do there.”

Peace of mind for daughter“The wonderful care provided at Tudor

Oaks gives me a great deal of comfort, especially since I do not live nearby,” said Wendy Hardy, who resides in Kansas. Her mother and stepfather, Nat and Kees Dekker, moved into an independent-living apartment at Tudor Oaks in 2006.

In December 2010, Kees moved into the Tudor Oaks health center, and last summer, Nat moved into an assisted-living apartment in the Windsor House wing.

Her mother enjoys the new apartment. “She had no problems adjusting to it, and it’s such a beautiful space,” Wendy said. “Mother can walk over to see Kees without having to go outside. She spends time with him every day.”

Nat also fills her day with the many activities at Tudor Oaks. “She enjoys the music programs and speakers that come to the Olive Wood Theatre,” Wendy said, “and the cooking and craft projects. She loves the people that work there and calls them all her friends.”

Wendy visits about once a month or so and describes her mother’s and stepfather’s caregivers as “dedicated, wonderful people who are patient, loving and well-trained.”

Wendy has peace of mind knowing her mother is happy. “Since Mother and Kees can’t be with family, this is the next best place,” she said.

Windsor House meets the needs of residents and family

The wonderful care provided at Tudor Oaks

gives me a great deal of comfort, especially since I do not live nearby.

wendy HArdyDaughter of Tudor Oaks resident

Healthy approaches to feeling better, stronger

Healthy aging is the focus at Tudor Oaks. Residents have a variety of on-campus options for improving their health and fitness, including a recently constructed wellness center, professional rehabilitation programs and 24-hour care at the Health Center.

Mighty Oak Wellness CenterThe new $1 million wellness center inside the Community

Square includes the Aquatic Center with pool, whirlpool and locker rooms; Muscle Wood Fitness Room filled with state-of-the-art machines designed for seniors, and the Laurel Pine Gym for fitness classes and dance groups.

“It’s so convenient for the residents, and it’s a beautiful center,” said Lisa Grimmer, Tudor Oaks’ wellness director. Many of the residents head to the pool for aquatic exercise classes, to swim laps or to play with their visiting grandchildren. Another popular attraction is Wii bowling and tennis, offered in the gym.

Grimmer and her assistants teach a variety of exercise classes and give individualized orientations on the fitness equipment.

“I love the fact that even though I’m getting older, I’m able to keep getting stronger,” said Linda Stahelin, a Tudor Oaks resident who regularly attends the fitness classes and works out with the equipment.

The wellness center staff also plans activities for residents in the assisted living and memory care apartments.

Rehabilitation servicesThe physical, occupational and speech therapists on the Tudor

Oaks rehab team offer services to individuals in the Health Center and residents of the independent and assisted living apartments.

“The residents like having their therapy done here instead of having to go to a hospital or other facility,” said Cynthia Traczek, the rehabilitation services program director. “We can treat all types of neurological, orthopedic and cardiac conditions.”

Depending on the individual’s needs, the rehab team designs activities to increase strength, mobility, feeding abilities and speech. “We do a plan of care around their discharge goals to get patients to their highest level of independence,” Traczek said.

Therapy may be done in the rehab room or in the wellness center. Activities are geared to what the patient is able to do, so rehab work may include cooking, crafting, gardening or even bocce ball.

Health CenterThe Health Center provides highly skilled, state-of-the-art

nursing care 24 hours a day.

“We have 61 beds, so it’s small and intimate,” said Maryann Ward, the director of nursing at Tudor Oaks.

The Health Center cares for residents needing long-term or short-term care. Private and double rooms are available, and all rooms offer cable television without an additional fee.

A lounge with a fireplace and TV, the sunroom and the outside garden area are welcoming spaces for residents and their visitors.

A new addition to the Health Center is the satellite kitchen in the main dining room, which ensures fresh, hot meals are served, Ward explained.

“There is a lot of involvement with residents and their families,” she said. Families appreciate the peace of mind that comes with knowing their loved ones are being cared for in a familiar setting, and a spouse or friends who live at Tudor Oaks can easily visit Health Center residents.

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Tudor Oaks offers the natural beauty of the quiet Muskego countryside, yet is conveniently located so residents can easily enjoy activities throughout the Milwaukee area. Performing arts and sporting events downtown, specialty shops in Waukesha, favorite stores in South-ridge, Brookfield Square and Mayfair malls, as well as General Mitchell International Airport, are all just a short drive from Tudor Oaks.

Resort-style lifestyleA true sense of community enriches Tudor

Oaks. The recently redeveloped Community Square is the heart of the campus, where residents gather with their neighbors for a host of activities:

• The Oak ridge dining room offers restaurant-style dining; the daily menu lists several choices of freshly prepared entrees and side dishes

• New mighty Oak wellness Center includes indoor pool, heated whirlpool, fitness center, free professional fitness programs

• Olive wood Theatre has a huge 8’x14’ screen for enjoying movies or TV programs

• Leaf and Petal greenhouse is the perfect spot for starting plants, or for simply enjoying the beauty of the greenhouse flowers

• Butternut Bistro sells soups, salads, sandwiches, coffee drinks and snacks

• Library offers books and DVDs to check out

• Poplar Lifestyle room provides space for crafts and activities

• Private dining room is free for residents to use as a party room

Relaxing atmosphere and outdoor offerings

• Campus set on 110 picturesque acres• Nine-hole executive short-course golf

course in development• Gardens throughout campus, including

plots for residents to plant• Walking paths with benches• Pond with water feature

Conveniences enhance retirement living

• Housekeeping provided twice a month• Home maintenance

• Generous storage area• Scheduled entertainment and social events• Scheduled transportation• Chaplain and spiritual care • Parking space• Utilities included (does not include

phone or Internet services)• Security and emergency response system

Additional services Designed to meet individual needs and

preferences, these are some of the additional-fee services offered at Tudor Oaks:

• On-site barber shop and beauty shop• Attached heated garages• Phone and Internet services• Groceries delivered to resident’s door• Room service for meals• Additional laundry, housekeeping

and dining packages• Private transportation and guest rooms

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Man CaveA new addition to the Tudor Oaks

campus is the Man Cave, designed by men for men. Housed in its own building, it includes a bay for washing or working on cars, a large workshop area and the “break room” with microwave, large-screen TV and tables for playing cards.

Tudor Oaks ... the rest of the story

Left, Tudor Oaks resident LuAnne Thompson enjoys working in the Leaf and Petal Green house. Resident Chuck Sprague adds some

kick to the Poplar Lifestyle Room, above. All residents enjoy restaurant-style dining

in the Oak Ridge Dining Room.

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what is independent living? A manner of living designed to support full and comfortable lifestyles for those who are active and able to care for themselves. Generally includes housekeeping and basic maintenance.

what is assisted living? A manner of living for those requiring help with activities of daily living through trained staff available 24 hours a day. Support can include help with bathing, dressing, personal hygiene and medications. Assisted living communities differ from nursing homes in that they do not offer complex medical services.

what is skilled care? Defined as care that requires the services of a trained nurse including things such as: injections, tube feeding IV therapy or rehabilitation.

How much does it cost? Methods and amounts vary greatly depending on your own needs and wants, from monthly Assisted Living to a variety of Independent Living options. Call a senior living sales counselor and find the price and lifestyle that works for you.

How old do i have to be? Ages for admission vary from community to community but at Tudor Oaks the incoming minimum age is 62.

Can i keep my own doctor? Absolutely. In fact, we encourage a strong, continuing relationship between residents and their physicians.

How do i find out more? Simply call Tudor Oaks and set up your own personal tour and lunch, 414-525-6500.

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To learn more about Tudor Oaks, call Lorri or Judy at 414-525-6500.S77 W12929 McShane Drive, Muskego • www.abhomes.net

Tudor Oaks is owned and operated by American Baptist Homes of the Midwest, a not-for-profit provider of senior health care since 1930.

Frequently Asked Questions

Retirement Acronyms and Terms to KnowAdL: activities of daily living

AFC: adult foster care

ALC: assisted living center

CCrC: continuous care retirement community

dPOA: durable power of attorney

medicare: federal insurance for health/prescription discounts

medicaid: federal insurance for low income health care

memory Care: care for those experiencing memory loss due to Alzheimer’s or dementia

rCAC: residential care apartment complex (assisted living)

SnF: skilled nursing facility

Retirement ResourcesAmerican Association of Homes and Services for the Aging: www.aahsa.org

American Association of Retired Persons: www.aarp.org

Medicare: www.medicare.gov

Social Security Administration: 800-772-1213

Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services: 800-633-4227

State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) To locate your local office: 800-677-1116

Alzheimer’s Association: www.alz.org, 24/7 Helpline 800-272-3900

A guide to retirement living options: retirementhomes.com

Produced by the milwaukee Journal Sentinel marketing department: Special Sections Editor, Shawna Young; Writer, Maryann Bouche

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