Assisted Living Services & Amenities

At Zelma Lacey House we are passionately committed to making a difference in the lives of the residents and families that we serve. We provide the highest quality care and services, while promoting social interaction for our seniors in a nurturing family-like environment. Residents enjoy the added peace of mind knowing that supportive services are available around-the-clock. Our caring staff is dedicated to offering the support necessary to assure a move that is easy as possible. Sit back and relax with family and friends.

• Exceptional restaurant-style dining - three meals daily with resident selected meal choices
• Daily personal care including medication management
• Homemaking assistance and laundry service
• Transportation coordination
• Medical appointment coordination
• On-site nurse and social worker
• 24-Hour resident care aides
• Engaging resident events and activities

Respite Care for Short-Term Stays

• TRIAL STAY
  Try before you buy approach. You might be considering a move to an Assisted Living community and uncertain if it’s right for you. One week or more - spend time with us and realize the carefree lifestyle at Zelma Lacey House firsthand, without making a commitment.
• SHORT-TERM STAY
  The “gift of time” – a caregiver’s vacation. We’ll take care of your loved ones while you travel, run errands or just have some much needed alone-time. Your loved one will be cared for by our dedicated and trained professionals. Enjoy a resort getaway or a “stay-cation”, these breaks are immensely helpful.
• REHABILITATION
  Recuperating from an injury or hospital stay? Let us take care of you and get you stronger before you go home. Enjoy every aspect of assisted living community life – three restaurant-style meals daily, assistance with daily care, planned activities, outings, entertainment and so much more. We’re here to help on the road to a smooth recovery.

Dining Program

FRESH FOOD
Our goal - dining that combine freshness, quality and good taste. Our food and beverage program provides residents with plenty of options, with three restaurant-style meals served daily. Meal time is part of socialization and enjoyment but also provides our residents with stimulation and mingling.

Highlights of the meal program include:

• Menus created with an emphasis on fresh ingredients
• U.S.D.A. certified beef, lamb, pork, veal, or poultry
• Seafood that conforms to the Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch® guidelines, supporting sustainable fisheries
• Support locally grown produce, in season, as food freshness is our top priority
• All our kitchens are trans-fat free
• Fresh vegetarian options are abundant throughout our menus
• Sandwich meats are roasted and prepared in house
• All stocks are made from scratch, in-house using fresh-cut vegetables and meat trimmings
• Fresh herbs, seasonings and spices are utilized to reduce the addition of salt
• Salad dressings and condiments are prepared fresh in house
• All soups, sauces and gravies are made from scratch
• All breaded and battered items are prepared in house — never frozen
• Specialty breads, rolls, muffins, cookies, and pastries are baked fresh daily
• Hot and cold coffees and teas are brewed fresh

HYDRATION PROGRAM
Our truly innovative program, Hydrate for Health®, uses clear, easy to operate dispensers at stations that include signage explaining the benefits of hydration to the residents. The water is infused with fresh fruit, vegetables or herbs and the flavors change daily to keep interest high. Peering through the containers, the residents can actually see the fresh water and fruit, a visual cue to hydrate more often.

Hydration Menu:

• Sunday – Cranberry Water
• Monday – Pineapple Water
• Tuesday – Cucumber Mint Water
• Wednesday – Lemon Water
• Thursday – Cinnamon Apple
• Friday – Orange Water
• Saturday – Lime Water

Financial Options

• AFFORDABLE UNITS
  Some apartments at Zelma Lacey House feature Tax Credit, MBHP, and/or PACE affordable programs based on income and clinical eligibility.
• VETERANS BENEFITS
  Veterans who served during wartime & their spouses may be eligible to receive benefits to help defray the cost of your assisted living care.
• LIFE SETTLEMENTS
  Life settlements may be an efficient financial option.
• LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE
  Coverage for long-term care needs. Peace of mind knowing you have more choices and more control over your care options.
• TAX BENEFITS
  Costs related to your stay at Zelma Lacey House may be tax deductible for both the resident and their family caregiver if they meet IRS requirements.