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Daily Life at Vassar-Warner Home
Out in the Community
Vassar-Warner Home prides itself on being a community within a community. Beyond our front door lies the vibrant city of Poughkeepsie and the historically rich, scenic Hudson Valley region. As a pillar of Dutchess County, we have a pulse on nearby events – many of which are free and within walking distance – that our residents can attend.
Social Activity
At Vassar-Warner Home, residents are engaged in the world and with each other. They make friends, reminisce about the past, attend plays, greet newcomers, volunteer, bake, write, sing, learn, and so much more. Below is a sampling of some of the activities we offer:
- A resident-led book club.
- Trips to a local play or museum. The Roosevelt Library in Hyde Park, with its still relevant history of World War II, is a frequent choice.
- Late afternoon Happy Hour with alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
- Shopping! Residents particularly enjoy shopping at the local dollar store!
- Pet-therapy sessions.
- Poetry readings by local authors.
- Bingo — who can resist?
- Visits from local groups, such as Christmas carols sung by members of the Girl Scouts of America and students from the Poughkeepsie Day School.
- Movies and classic film fests, such as Casablanca and The Sound of Music.
For a calendar of events, please contact us.
An Option for Every Palate
At Vassar-Warner Home, there are dining options for every palate. Our chefs work in tandem with a licensed dietician to ensure all meals are both nutritious and delicious. Whenever possible, our chef prepares meals using fresh, locally sourced ingredients from Hudson Valley farms and purveyors, including our Gardening Club’s on-site vegetable and herb garden. Accommodations can be made for different diets, including no-added-salt, no-concentrated-sweets, mechanical-soft, gluten-free, and allergen-free.
The dining schedule is as follows:
- Hot breakfast: 8 a.m.
- Dinner: 12 p.m.
- Social Hour: 3 p.m.
- Supper: 5 p.m.
- Evening snacks and beverages.
Residents’ guests are always welcome to join us for daily meals (with a 2-hour prior notice) and all special events.
Snacks and beverages are available to all residents 24 hours a day. Residents may also have a small refrigerator in their room.
Fun & Fitness / A Healthy Body
Fitness and fun go together at Vassar-Warner Home, where our priority is to ensure our residents remain independent and in good health.
Planned activities keep bodies moving, benefitting participants’ physical, mental, and emotional health. From a simple ball toss to regularly scheduled walks through our historic Poughkeepsie neighborhood, Vassar-Warner Home’s active programs provide great ways to socialize while promoting a healthy body. We offer a variety of weekly fitness programs, including yoga, Zumba, stretching, and more.
Additional Amenities
Vassar-Warner Home prides itself on being residents’ homes, not just a place to stay. We take pride in providing comfort and promoting healthy living through a variety of amenities, including:
- Arranging transportation to doctors’ appointments or requesting an on-site visit.
- Ordering and assisting with prescriptions.
- Completing residents’ laundry on a weekly/as-needed basis.
- Providing light housekeeping daily and full cleaning services once a week.
Residents’ families can also take comfort in knowing that, in the event of an emergency, Vassar-Warner Home is within a few miles of two hospitals: Vassar Brothers Medical Center and MidHudson Regional Hospital.
Family Involvement
We believe that quality care is enhanced by strong partnerships between families and staff. Our team is always available for questions or concerns, and we encourage family members to join us as much as possible.
Visiting Hours: Residents are welcome to have visitors at any time they choose. We do ask that visitors be respectful of quiet hours, which begin at 8:00 pm.
Special Occasions: Families are encouraged and welcomed to visit for birthday gatherings, holidays, and other special occasions.
Religious Life
Vassar-Warner Home welcomes residents of all faiths. Many residents choose to worship at the home, taking advantage of regular on-site services that include Catholic mass, nondenominational sing-alongs, and monthly communion. Residents also watch services on TV, receive visits from local clergy and attend services off-site with a family member or volunteer. And when it comes to holidays, we happily celebrate them all!
Resident Advisory Committee
The Resident Advisory Committee is just as it sounds — a council consisting of residents that meets monthly to discuss everything from outings and activities to community service opportunities and meal planning. An excellent resource for both staff and residents, the Committee helps us to continually enhance the quality of life for those who live at Vassar-Warner Home.