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General FAQs
- Your loved one has a safe, stable place to live with a sense of community.
- Services like meals, laundry, medication reminders, and personal care are available when needed.
- You’ll have peace of mind knowing there is a caring team nearby and that the home is equipped with security systems and 24/7 video monitoring for safety.
- Residents maintain their independence and dignity while having access to support that helps them thrive.
No. Alphawell Homes has a written agreement with a licensed home care agency that provides professional staff to assist our residents with personal care services daily, during emergencies, odd hours, and on an as-needed basis. However, we do not provide continuous (non-stop) personal care services. Nursing facilities are the ones that offer 24-hour continuous nursing care.
At Alphawell Homes, we provide:
- Fully furnished homes including bedrooms, bathrooms, living room, family room, dining area, kitchen, laundry room, sunroom/activity space, and outdoor patio
- Private and semi-private bedrooms
- Cooked meals and snacks daily
- Housekeeping and laundry services
- Paid utilities (gas, electricity, and water)
- Free Wi-Fi, and Streaming
- Wall-mounted TVs with cable in bedrooms and common areas
- Home security system with cameras in shared spaces
- Clothes Closet
- Assistance with transportation to Appointments
- Assistance with finding a Primary Care Provider
Target Population – Typically older adults, individuals with disabilities, or others who need housing stability with access to supportive care.
No. MUAHS facilities do not accept Medicaid to pay for housing or personal care services. These expenses are separate and must be privately paid.
- MUAHS facilities are registered, not licensed, which means they’re not considered medical or licensed care facilities—Medicaid typically covers care services in licensed settings only.
- They cater to residents who do not need 24-hour licensed nursing care, which aligns with Medicaid nursing facility requirements that MUAHS facilities are not designed to meet.
- Residents sign private contracts for housing and services, and Medicaid does not pay for room and board in these types of independent residential settings.
No. MUAHS facilities do not accept Medicaid to pay for housing or personal care services. These expenses are separate and must be privately paid.
- MUAHS facilities are registered, not licensed, which means they’re not considered medical or licensed care facilities—Medicaid typically covers care services in licensed settings only.
- They cater to residents who do not need 24-hour licensed nursing care, which aligns with Medicaid nursing facility requirements that MUAHS facilities are not designed to meet.
- Residents sign private contracts for housing and services, and Medicaid does not pay for room and board in these types of independent residential settings.
- We accept private pay only. Residents may use:
- Savings or retirement funds
- Pensions or Social Security income (SSI and SSDI)
- Long-term care insurance
- Veteran’s benefits
- Family contributions
- Special Assistance In Home (SA-IH by Medicaid)
- While assisted living can be costly, it often becomes the most affordable option if you or a loved one require six or more hours of daily personal care services. Other signs it may be time to consider assisted living include:
- Memory loss or cognitive decline leading to safety concerns
- Needing daily assistance with ADLs
- Difficulty maintaining the home independently
- Requiring help with meals, laundry, errands, and appointments
- Struggling to take medications as prescribed
- No longer safe living alone and needing regular check-ins
- Desire for companionship and social engagement
How MUAHS Differs from Other Housing Options
Feature | Nursing Home | Family Care Home | MUAHS (Alphawell Homes) |
Setting | Institutional/medical facility | Small home setting | Home-like, shared living |
Supervision | 24/7 skilled nursing staff | 24/7 caregiver supervision | Staff on-site during the day; support available as needed |
Medical Care | Provides round-the-clock skilled nursing | Limited medical oversight | Partnered licensed home care agency provides personal care & nursing support |
Independence | Limited | Moderate | High—residents maintain independence with supportive services |
Typical Residents | Very ill, need extensive medical care | Adults needing full daily assistance | Seniors (65+), disabled adults (55+), re-entry citizens seeking stability |
Cost | High (medical care + room/board) | Moderate (room/board + daily support) | Affordable (room/board + flexible services) |
Environment | Institutional, hospital-like | Small, family-like | Community-focused, safe, independent living |
Safety | 24/7 staff and medical monitoring | 24/7 caregiver monitoring | Secure environment with 24/7 video surveillance in common areas |
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