SERVICES
At Sandstone Heights we do a wide array of services for our residents. We offer blood pressure checks and assistance regarding Medicaid / Medicare information for community members. Outpatient therapy is available in conjunction with your private insurance or Medicare.
Activities
Planned activities and a pleasant atmosphere are an important means of therapy, motivation and rehabilitation. Some of these activities include:
- Bible Study
- Church Service
- Sing-A-Longs
- Holiday / Birthday Parties
- Pie & Ice Cream Social
- Shopping Trips
- Bingo
- Barbecues
- Arts and Crafts
- Pet Therapy
- Pre-K visits every Monday from the local daycare
Meals/Dietary
Our modern kitchen is staffed by a team of expert dietitians and food service workers who plan nutritious daily menus suited to each resident’s special dietary needs. In addition to being nutritious, the meals at Sandstone Heights are also delicious. Our residents enjoy choosing from our selective menu. Our resident council gets together once a month to help plan menus.
Friends and family are always invited to come eat with their loved ones. There is space available for private dining, which can be reserved for birthdays, anniversaries or other special occasions. Meals are available for a small fee. Please let us know in advance if you are planning on dinning with us!
Chamber of Commerce Meal for Little River
We sponsor the Chamber of Commerce Meal every third month. The cost of the meal is $7.00. It is held at the Mutual Telephone Company building name on the second Monday of every month.
Meals on Wheels
We also work with Meals on Wheels. We deliver 1 meal a day 7 days a week for a small fee. Please contact us for more information.
Therapy
For those in need of physical, occupational and speech therapy programs, Sandstone Heights has a fully equipped rehabilitative exercise room to be used with physician and physical therapist supervision. We work with a variety of payer sources for physician ordered therapies.
Sandstone Heights offers two categories of therapy:
- Inpatient for nursing home residents or short stay patients
- Outpatient therapy for members of the community
Physical Therapy
Physical Therapy is available to help you with your walking, balance, home safety, etc. This might be needed after a fall, injury, illness or surgery.
Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapy is for those looking for help performing their daily activities (dressing, bathing, eating, bathroom needs) that have been impaired by age, illness or injury.
Speech Therapy
Speech Therapy is for those who need help with their speech, swallowing or memory impairment.
Transportation
Sandstone Heights has a van and a bus which are both wheelchair accessible. SSH transportation is available at no cost for Medicaid / Medicare / Skilled residents for any transportation issues. Private pay residents are charged $1.00 per mile for doctor’s appointments or trips to the hospital.
We also have 2 annual shopping trips for residents that are at no charge. Activity trips, such as going to look at Christmas lights, trips to the countryside, etc., are at no additional charge.
Additional Resources
Local SRS Office
McPherson Social and Rehabilitation Services: (620) 241-3802
Hutchinson Social and Rehabilitation Services: (888) 369-4777
Area Doctors
We are willing to work with your doctor you already have. If you are looking for a doctor that visits Sandstone Heights, here are a few suggestions:
Dr. James Decker – (620) 278-2123
Dr. Roger Klein – (620) 257-5124
Dr. Alan Davidson – (620) 669-6690
Dr. Matt Schlotterback – (620) 669-6690
Rice County Council on Aging
114 East Ave N, Lyons, KS 67554
(620) 257-5153
Local Senior Centers
Little River Kansas
220 Main Street, Little River, KS 67457
(620) 897-6672
Windom Kansas
601 Main Street, Windom, KS 67491
(620) 489-6471