MediLodge of Howell does have an in-house staff of physicians as well as a Medical Director. We also have ophthalmologists, podiatrists, audiologists, and dentists on staff to provide care as needed. ( Permalink)
 MediLodge of Howell is licensed by the federal government and the State of Michigan and meets all criteria for long-term care. This requires that there be a licensed nurse available on the MediLodge of Howell premises at all times. ( Permalink)
Your loved one’s therapy at MediLodge of Howell is ordered by his or her physician and meets all criteria for Medicare reimbursement. The physician oversees your loved one’s care throughout the entire course of therapy. ( Permalink)
The State of Michigan requires specific nursing home staffing ratios, and MediLodge of Howell always meets or exceeds them. ( Permalink)
We at MediLodge of Howell gear activities to your loved one’s interests and abilities.
And you can be sure life is never dull here! There’s something going on almost all the time. Group activities, one-on-one visits with family members, special outings, and exercise sessions can be happening all at once. The MediLodge of Howell Activity Staff will always try to involve your loved one in activities of interest to him or her. ( Permalink)
More than 50% of the resident patients here at MediLodge of Howell are able to leave our facility as soon as the attending physician deems them able to resume reasonable daily activities within the community. MediLodge of Howell has no desire to keep your loved one here one day longer than necessary. ( Permalink)
MediLodge of Howell does have a secured unit for special-needs dementia patients, including those with Alzheimer’s, a specific form of dementia. Even so, we allow the patient to be as independent as possible. MediLodge of Howell also offers dining, memory enhancement, and life enrichment programs for our patients with special needs. ( Permalink)
MediLodge of Howell has specific guidelines for temperature levels that must be maintained in all resident rooms and throughout our facility. Generally, we keep MediLodge of Howell premises at the warmer end of the scale, given that our residents tend to be sensitive to cooler temperatures. If your family member wishes to be a little cooler, you may want to check with us about bringing in a portable fan. And if your loved one prefers more warmth, especially in the winter, you might want to bring an additional quilt or comforter to add to their MediLodge of Howell bedding. ( Permalink)
MediLodge of Howell suggests that your loved one bring …
- a TV and remote control
- a radio
- pictures and other personal items
- a comforter
- favorite knick-knacks
- a small rocker or recliner, as room space allows
For other ideas and guidelines, contact MediLodge of Howell. ( Permalink)
Yes, your loved one will be able to remain at MediLodge of Howell. If you want, we’ll assist you with the Medicaid application process, too. ( Permalink)
Our staff here at MediLodge of Howell will be happy to assist you with the Medicaid application process. To prepare, you’ll need documentation or proof of all assets. You’ll then need to call for an appointment with your local Family Independence Agency. Here are the items required, some as applicable:
- Recent ID
- Insurance cards
- Current bank statements
- Mortgage policy
- Life insurance policy
- Car title/registration
- Funeral contract
- Annuity papers
- Social Security letter or copy of check
- Trust fund statement
- Retirement benefit check stub
- Disability check stub
- Veterans benefits letter
- Supplemental security income letter
- Savings bond/money market
- Proof of activity for last 36 months
- Insurance settlement
- Sale/transfer of property
- Lawsuit award
- Money given as a gift
If your loved one’s spouse is in the community, you will also need to provide the following:
- Current property tax statement
- Homeowners’ insurance statement
- Utilities statement
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While your loved one is a resident at MediLodge of Howell this is his or her home. Our general guideline is that you should visit your loved one just as you did prior to his or her residency here. This means you can visit any time, day or night. MediLodge of Howell is open 24/7 and our visiting hours are unrestricted. ( Permalink)
- Overnight leaves from MediLodge of Howell are allowed but may be limited or temporarily not allowed, depending on the residents condition and source of payment. Medicare and Medicaid have specific rules that we at MediLodge of Howell must follow, and it’s crucial that we work within their guidelines.
- MediLodge of Howell does permit day trips – and even encourages resident patients to take them if they feel up to it.
- For all outings, MediLodge of Howell asks that you please notify us in advance so we can make any special arrangements that might be required.
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MediLodge of Howell’s social worker makes every attempt to place residents with appropriate roommates. If problems arise, trained staff will step in to resolve the difficulties. ( Permalink)
We don't have private rooms at MediLodge of Howell. Our semi-private rooms mean your loved one will have a roommate which usually provides great companionship since family can't always be around. We want the best for your loved one and will do our utmost to match him or her with someone who has similar interests, capabilities, and daily routines.
You can bring personal items to make your loved one’s room at MediLodge of Howell more comfortable and home-like. Each resident bed has a cubicle curtain that’s pulled for privacy. And each bed is equipped with a call light that alert the nurses station of their needs. ( Permalink)
For admittance to MediLodge of Howell directly from the hospital after a 3-day qualifying stay, the hospital discharge team will communicate directly with our Admissions team, making the process much easier for you and your loved one. We encourage you to come tour our facility. Once you decide to come to MediLodge, we ask that you bring the following...
- a Medicare Card and at least one other insurance card
- a Picture Identification
- the following papers, as applicable: DPOA, Patient Advocate, Guardianship, Conservatorship
- 5 to 7 days worth of clothing
- a positive attitude!
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MediLodge of Howell will need specific paperwork (most of which is found within our application) completed and time to review the information. From there, we’ll let you know if we have an appropriate bed for your family member. The information MediLodge of Howell needs includes …
- a chest X-ray, current to within 30 days
- the History and Physical – with diagnosis (medical) and Mental Health Screening (MIMR) forms
- details of your loved one’s normal daily routines
- a current list of medications and doses
- legal documents (Power of Attorney or Guardianship, for example)
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MediLodge of Howell’s room rates are competitive with other nursing homes in the area – and are often lower. Portions of your loved one’s room rate may be covered by Medicare, Medicaid, and/or private-pay insurance. ( Permalink)
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