FAQ's
VILLAS - (Single Family & Duplex Homes)
- What is the advantage of selling my home and purchasing a Villa?
- Many advantages. First of all, you are downsizing and eliminating exterior maintenance. You are now going to enjoy the retirement you have dreamed about.
- Who pays the real estates taxes?
- Your real estate taxes are prorated the first year. They become the responsibility of the individual owner thereafter.
- Is there a maintenance fee and what does it cover?
- We have an Included Services Contract that is signed at closing which states we will handle lawn care, snow removal, and rubbish removal for your Villa. There is a monthly fee for these services.
- Are the Villas age restrictive?
- Yes, they are. One person of a couple must be 55 to reside in a Villa.
- What privileges are offered with the purchase of a Villa?
- You are welcome to join any activities at our other facilities, use the scheduled transportation, or designated common areas on the campus.
- What privileges are offered with the purchase of a Villa?
- You are welcome to join any activities at The Manor, use the scheduled transportation, or designated common areas on the campus.
- When will Medicare pay for Dad/Mom's stay at the Manor?
- Medicare Part A generally covers a short term stay while receiving skilled nursing or therapy services. The amount of coverage depends on individual needs. Medicare Part A will only cover up to 100 days for a spell of illness, and specific criteria must be met in order for Medicare to cover.
ESTATES - (Elegant Retirement Apartments)
- Is there an endowment fee?
- No, it is a month-to-month rental rate—no endowment fee requested. A deposit is required however, which is transferable to our other campus facilities.
- What is included with the month-to-month rent?
- The monthly rental fee includes: 2 meals per day, weekly housekeeping, scheduled transportation to and from shopping and other activities, beauty/barber shop, all utilities including cable TV (excluding telephone), complete building and grounds maintenance, and peace of mind for your family.
- How quickly may I rent an apartment?
- Apartments are rented upon availability. If there is not an apartment available at that particular moment, you may pay your deposit and be placed on our waiting list. As an apartment becomes available, you will be called at which time you may accept or decline.
- I'm using a cane/walker. Am I allowed admission to the retirement apartments?
- Yes, if you are independent with the use of a cane/walker.
- What activities are offered?
- Many different activities are offered such as: card games, fitness, outings at various restaurants and theaters, casinos, etc.
MANOR - (Skilled Nursing Care)
- Will Medicaid cover any expenses for Dad/Mom's stay?
- Yes, Windmill Manor is Medicaid certified, just contact us and check for availability.
- Can Dad/Mom leave the facility with us?
- Yes, the residents are free to come and go as they please.
- If Dad or Mom spends his/her money down to the point where he/she can no longer afford The Manor, what would we do?
- Windmill Manor is Medicaid certified. Please check for availability of a Medicaid certified bed.
- Can Dad/Mom have a private room?
- Our skilled nursing facilities offer private and semi-private rooms. Please contact us for availability.
- What about the meals, do we have a choice of what to eat?
- We offer restaurant style dining where you can choose your meal option at the time of the meal.
- Do you have satellite TV?
- Yes, we have satellite TV at our Manor, and it?s included in the daily room rate.