Veterans and their families celebrated at a ribbon cutting ceremony at the renovated Community Living Center, Maple Lodge, at VA Western New York Healthcare System in Batavia Friday afternoon.
The $2.8 million dollar renovation project and 11,000 square foot unit completed by a service disabled veteran owned small business consists of 19 private and 1 semi-private room accommodations for greater privacy among veteran residents.
Upgrades to central heating, air conditioning, and ventilation were made for superior air quality to meet modern standards. Maple Lodge uses the Holistic Approach to Transformational Change Model (HATCH Model) putting the needs, interests, and lifestyle choices of individuals at the center of care giving.
Long term care is provided on this modern, yet comfortably designed unit. “This new environment, along with our high level of compassionate care provides Veterans a safe, comfortable place they can truly call home.” said Dr. Grace Stringfellow, M.D., Chief of Staff.
The design consists of an open kitchen, eating areas, and several living room spaces complete with a fireplace. The kitchen table always has snacks or fruit available along with coffee, tea, and the ability to make fresh baked goods reinforcing the home atmosphere. Lastly, all rooms now have state of the art lifting equipment for a safe patient environment that concurrently lowers the risk of staff injury.