Assisted Living Frequently Asked Questions

The length of the waiting list can vary for our Assisted Living community. Please contact our Corporate Director of  Marketing, John Ammerman at 513-782-2715, regarding the waiting list and application process.

The application fee to get on the waiting list for assisted living is $500 for one person or couple.

The application fee to get on the waiting list for assisted living is $500. The application fee will process your application and place your name on the waiting list. If there is any question regarding financial approval for our community, we will review a completed application to determine financial approval before taking an  application fee.

Breese Manor is pet friendly. All assisted living residents must receive written approval from administration prior to moving any pets into their apartment.

There is no entrance fee for current residents. A new resident to Assisted Living is required to pay a non-refundable occupancy fee. It is equal to one month’s rent.

As a non-profit organization we work to raise funds to provide compassionate care for our  residents. This means that no resident will ever be asked to leave for financial reasons.  Before your resources are depleted, you will make an appointment with our Chief Financial  Officer, and he will work out a financial plan with you. Anyone who receives financial  assistance through the Future Care Fund will remain confidential.

Residents can enjoy the  Village Green located on the Maple Knoll Village grounds. This park-like area harbors 29 species of trees in our newly accredited Arboretum and includes a pond, pergola, sculptures, winding walkways and benches for your enjoyment.

Yes, we have several employees that are notaries. You can either call the Service Desk or our Residential Services Manager to obtain this information. There is no fee for this service.

Residents will have an initial Medical Form completed by the primary care physician prior to admission, including a baseline mental exam stating that the resident is  appropriate for Assisted Living. Once admitted, residents can arrange appointments with outside  physicians. The family must simply give the nurses’ station the date, time, type of appointment, and pick-up time. Nurses will make a packet of information to send to the doctor with the resident. This will include a Face sheet, Current Medication List, Consultation sheet for notes from the doctor, and Physician Order sheet for any changes in medication the doctor orders. All of that will return to the facility with the resident. 

Two of the University of Cincinnati Physicians in the clinic each make house calls directly to the resident’s apartment twice a month so that residents do not have to go over to the clinic.

If the nurses administer the medications, the nurses will get the refills. If the nurses  administer the medication, all medications must be in the box unit dose system.  Breese Manor Assisted Living uses Skilled Care Pharmacy. The family and resident are free to use their own choice of pharmacy as long as the medicine comes in the box unit dose system for non-narcotics. Skilled Care Pharmacy provides all Narcotics for all residents and the nurses will administer.

Please let the nurses’ station know whenever taking a resident out of the facility. There is a book in the lobby where you can sign out and sign in a resident. Residents must sign out and sign in any time they leave the facility. If a resident misses a meal, we will deliver it to their room upon their return. 

The Activity staff at Breese Manor Assisted Living are dedicated to ensuring our residents live their lives to the fullest. Planned social activities in Assisted Living include: bingo, trivia, manicures, happy hour, Wii games, and much more.

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are all served in the dining room. Assisted living staff are available to assist with transportation to and from the dining room if needed. 

Families can utilize available spaces for private gatherings. Availability is subject to change due to COVID-19.  These spaces must be reserved ahead of time by contacting the Director of Assisted Living.

A day for cleaning will be assigned to each resident once a week. The personal care assistants are to collect trash and clean the dishes daily. A laundry day, once per week will be assigned to each resident. We ask you to provide the laundry basket labeled with the resident’s name and laundry soap. 

The activity department staff, personal care assistants, and the assigned Maple Knoll Village Bus Driver will all accompany residents on outings. The team takes residents’ face sheets in case of an emergency requiring 911.

Personal Care Assistants work eight-hour shifts. Therefore, residents generally have same staff 7:00 am – 3:00 pm, 3:00 pm – 11:00 pm, and 11:00 pm – 7:00 am.

The day shift staff will run four to six personal care  assistants and at least two LPN nurses 7:00 am – 7:30 pm and the 3:00 pm -11:00 pm shifts normally have four to five staff. The 11:00 pm – 7:00 am shift usually has three aides and LPN from 7:00 pm – 7:30 am.

Before you move into our assisted living facility, our staff will perform a full assessment. Once admitted, we will establish a service plan with the resident’s individual needs and update it as their needs change. According to their physician’s orders, residents may receive home health nursing, physical therapy, and occupational therapy. Residents can also receive hospice services in their apartments.

Maple Knoll Communities, Inc. is proud to incorporate Information Technology as a service to our residents. We accomplish this through several service offerings as well collaborations, partnerships, and in-house knowledge. Examples include:

The Maple Knoll Village ServUS Lab – Powered by AHEAD Technologies

The ServUS Lab is a one-of-a-kind space that combines technology with non-technical services to provide a one-stop-shop for our residents. Within the ServUS Lab, residents can mail letters, send packages via UPS, FedEx and USPS, catch an Uber, order grocery delivery directly to their villa or apartment, access voice assistive technology through Alexa, and purchase tablets or smart lighting. They can also get one-on-one assistance and gain access to continuous learning through that educational programs held at our Knowledge Bar.

Technology Service and Amenities at Maple Knoll Village

Our knowledgeable in-house IT staff helps both the business and our residents by troubleshooting issues, giving guidance on technology, and offering a more personal experience. Residents at Maple Knoll Village have access to the following technological services and amenities:

• Free Enterprise WiFi (indoors and outdoors), phone Service and voicemail. Worry less about scheduling installations with the phone and internet providers and spend more time exploring your new home!
• State of the art Personal Emergency Response systems (PERS) – Life safety devices monitored 24/7.
• Digital access to activities, dining menus, announcements and more through:
  • In-house cable channels with live and recorded broadcasts
  • Alexa Integration to My Community – Simply ask Alexa what’s for dinner or what todays activities are.
  • Resident App – On demand access to activities, announcements, dining, transportation, handbooks and more!

University of Cincinnati Collaborations

Formally affiliated with the University of Cincinnati, our residents gain access to unique opportunities. Residents can get involved with technology research projects by becoming testers and providing valuable feedback to develop new technologies.

No, it is included in your monthly fee

Housekeeping at Maple Knoll Village includes changing your bed linens, cleaning your restrooms (including showers, tubs, toilets, countertops, and sinks), cleaning your kitchen (including countertops and sinks), as well as floor care such as sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming.

Maple Knoll Village provides our residents with a basic cable package consisting of approx. 75 channels. Residents who want to enhance their offering will need to contact Spectrum and add those services. You will only need to pay for the additions, though.