Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How much does it cost?
A. $18 an hour unless the client requires constant 1/1 attention
or their time goes beyond our set hours then it is more.
We have several funding agencies that help with the cost if you
qualify.
Q. What are your hours?
A. 6am- 6pm Monday through Friday
Q. Are you open holidays or evenings?
A. Typically we are not but if your work schedule requires it and if
some of our staff are willing to work an evening or holiday it is
possible but will probably cost double. We are closed New
Years Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving
(maybe Friday too) and Christmas Day. We close early on
Christmas Eve and New Years Eve.
Q. Are snacks and lunch provided?
A. Snacks and drinks are provided but not lunches however we will
prepare and serve clients lunches provided by the family either
with a sack lunch or groceries left here on their personal
cupboard shelf which is not used by the staff or other clients.
We have found this is better because you know what they are
eating and it will be foods that they like to and can eat.
Q. Do you provide transportation?
A. All our transportation is arranged through Dial A Ride Bus
Service. Bus money is the clients responsibility. If the client
requires a staff member to ride along Snug Harbor's
chargeable time will start/finish at the clients house.
All of our community outings use the Dial A ride.
Q. Do you dispense medications
A. You may send meds daily and we will dispense them according
to the instructions you provide. They will be kept in a locked
med box in a locked cabinet in the office.
Q. Do you have a place for a nap?
A. Yes we have a comfy hospital bed in a private room for a
daytime nap.
Q. Do you assist with toileting or change adult diapers ? What about assisting with a shower?
A. Yes each client is assisted with toileting for safety. Diaper
management is included. We have a roll in shower to assist our
clients with showering needs for an extra small fee.
Q. What credentials does your staff have?
A. Most of our staff are retired Nurses, Occupational Therapists,
and CNA's. All are CPR/First Aid Certified and maintain an
extensive In-Service Class Schedule of training and re-training in
a vast variety of areas.
Q. Are you state certified?
A. The State of Michigan does not require certification for
Adult Day Care Services.
However we are regularly inspected, approved and monitored by our funding agencies: Community Mental Health, Area
Agency on Aging and United Health Care's Community Care
Network. We are also inspected and approved by Ludington's Fire Inspector, Emergency Preparedness Director
and Health Dept.