Frequently Asked Questions
About Skilled Nursing
- How many residents can Sycamore Manor accommodate?
- Sycamore Manor can accept up to 133 residents. We have six neighborhoods with approximately 20 residents in each neighborhood. The neighborhoods give our residence a more personalized feel.
- Must I be Presbyterian or a member of a Presbyterian Church to be accepted for admission?
- No. Presbyterian Senior Living communities enjoy the strength and stability of an organization that has served seniors for more than 80 years. Caring for people is not just our job - it's our calling. It is our policy to admit and treat all residents without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, sex, religious creed, handicap or disability.
- Are pets Permitted?
- We currently have community pets that are beloved members of our neighborhoods and shared by all or our residents. Visiting pets are also welcome and must have current vaccinations.
- Is smoking permitted?
- Presbyterian Senior Living communities are committed to providing a healthy environment for both residents and staff. As of January 1st, 2011 residents, employees, visitors, vendors, contractors or volunteers will not be permitted to use any tobacco products on our properties. Part of our effort to support this change will be offering tobacco cessation programs at each community for all residents and staff. We are pleased to join many other organizations that have taken this step and are reaping the benefits of a healthier environment.
- How do I pay for Sycamore Manor?
- Sycamore Manor accepts private pay, Medical Assistance, Medicare, and many insurances.
- What happens if you are with us longer than your resources last?
- No one has ever been asked to leave the Presbyterian Senior Living system of care because they had outlived their resources. There is, however, an application process, which requires that eligibility for Medical Assistance and other third-party reimbursements be maintained. Divesting assets through gifts, trusts, or in other ways could disqualify you for this assistance or result in a longer time period before which you would qualify. We have an unwavering history of keeping our commitment to the people we serve.
- How do I get started in making health care decisions for myself or my loved one?
- Get started by including your primary care physician in the decision-making process. He or she can tell you about your loved one’s physical, mental and emotional well-being so that you can start to understand what care will be the most beneficial.
- Visiting my loved one at a long-term care center is difficult. How can I make it more enjoyable and fulfilling for both of us?
- Visitors are very important to our residents, and a well-planned visit can be rewarding for both of you. When visiting a loved one, talk to the staff about the best time to visit your loved one. Coach your children on what to expect, and plan an activity such as working on a photo album, writing letters, playing cards or a game, or eating a meal together. If your loved one can manage, plan an activity outside of the Center. Check with the Center on its policy on bringing cherished pets to the facility for visits.
- What makes Presbyterian Senior Living Communities different?
- Presbyterian Senior Living Communities have the strength of a relatively large organization and the financial resources to provide the security that older adults expect from an organization that promises to be there for as long as needed. Our individual communities, however, offer a range of sizes and reflect our commitment to the personal touch. They are places where the staff can know each resident as an individual, and where residents’ likes and dislikes are recognized and accommodated whenever possible. Being not-for-profit gives our organization the freedom to concentrate on the needs of residents first. While for-profit corporations have the dual responsibility of providing care for residents, as well as satisfying the needs of investors, we can remain more sharply focused on meeting the needs of residents. We believe that the ability to express these higher values also enables us to attract employees and volunteers with similar values.
