For JoAnn Anderson and her family, the road to CarDon & Associates’ Hamilton Trace community was long but worth the distance. Two and a half years ago, JoAnn was admitted to a skilled nursing community in New York state, where she and her husband had lived for most of their lives. But several factors drew them toward moving to Indiana, especially the fact that their daughters live in the Midwest.
JoAnn’s daughter, Julie, started searching for senior living options near her home in Fishers, Indiana, and Hamilton Trace stood out as soon as she walked through its doors.
“It was always neat and tidy, and people seemed to be so happy there,” Julie said. “I knew that’s where I wanted to bring her.”
From its cleanliness and family-friendly atmosphere to its options for dining, activities and memory care, Hamilton Trace felt like the right choice. While waiting for a room to become available, Julie received helpful information regarding insurance and a rave review of CarDon as a place to work from the admissions staff at Harbour Manor in Noblesville.
Today, JoAnn calls Hamilton Trace home, where she receives long term care and is surrounded by a community that includes rehabilitation, assisted living and memory support.
When Julie visits JoAnn at Hamilton Trace, she sees a joyful difference. “She’s engaged and smiling,” Julie said. “Most of the time she’s right int the middle of an activity.”
Julie often finds JoAnn in the activities area, playing bingo or listening to local music groups perform classic songs.
“It doesn’t matter what the activity is,” Julie said. “My mom will go down there just because she loves to be around people. If she can be with people and talk to them, that’s all she needs.”
JoAnn’s husband (Julie’s father) visits daily, and the grandkids and great grandkids visit frequently as well.
Their family’s story is a shining example of CarDon’s ability to help families near and far find the right place for their loved ones. Six months ago, JoAnn and her family were struggling with her surroundings across the country. Now, they’re happy to be closer to each other. Family has always been a big part of their lives, and CarDon’s “family-first” philosophy fits them perfectly.
