Desert Winds I ALH, Inc. is an assisted living home located in Mesa, Arizona. This facility offers residential care in a smaller, more intimate environment, accommodating individuals who need assistance with daily living activities. Designed to support residents who prefer a personal approach, Desert Winds I ALH combines its residential setting with professional care services and regular communication with families.
The facility provides comprehensive care and medical support that includes medication management, incontinence care, ambulatory care, memory care, and diabetes care. Staff are trained to assist residents with medication schedules, dosage tracking, and ensure accurate administration, maintaining safety and compliance with physician instructions. Incontinence care is discreetly provided, with staff attentiveness towards residents' hygiene and comfort. For those requiring ambulatory care, supportive assistance is available for mobility and transfers, reducing the risk of falls and promoting independence. Memory care services are also offered, incorporating structured routines and attentive supervision for residents dealing with memory impairment to ensure their safety and engagement. The community supports diabetes care through monitoring, dietary accommodations, and assistance with insulin administration or blood glucose management, according to individual care plans.
In addition to care services, Desert Winds I ALH, Inc. offers complimentary transportation for residents' medical and non-medical needs. This service facilitates access to medical appointments, therapies, pharmacy visits, and may also extend to non-medical trips such as shopping or recreational outings, depending on individual needs and circumstances. The transportation support aims to help residents attend necessary appointments while maintaining their engagement with the broader community.
Family and resident feedback for Desert Winds I ALH consistently highlights the high quality of care and the warmth of the staff, which includes active involvement from the owners. Families appreciate the frequent communication, meaningful updates, and the facility's commitment to resident safety. The cleanliness and comfortable environment, along with home-cooked, family-style meals, are often mentioned as key strengths. While some reviews discuss fewer organized activities and the impact of a smaller staff, most families value the individualized attention and home-like atmosphere as significant benefits, often noting improvements in resident well-being after moving in.
Costs at this community start at $2,155 and range up to $5,850. The average price in the community is $4,002, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,045. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
