June 9, 2021

Tonya, one of our care managers, just celebrated her twenty-four year working anniversary at Monticello West! She has touched the lives of so many of our residents over the years. We are truly grateful for her kindness, her compassionate nature, and her desire to take care of every resident she meets. Tonya is simply a treasure.  

May 18, 2021

The CDC announced on May 13, 2021 that fully vaccinated people can resume activities without wearing a mask or physically distancing, except where required by federal, state, local, tribal, or territorial laws, rules, and regulations, including local business and workplace guidance. According to the CDC, people are considered fully vaccinated: • 2 weeks after their second dose in a 2-dose series, such as the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines, or •...

May 11, 2021

Monticello West is pleased to announce EverSafe 360°, the new standard in overall safety for residents and staff, developed by Life Care Services™, An LCS® Company. The last year has identified a need for innovative safety solutions, and Monticello West has answered the call. Harnessing fifty years of senior living industry leadership, EverSafe 360° is the next evolution in the endless pursuit of elevating the total resident experience. This forward-thinking...

February 5, 2021

He came at the perfect time. Ken Wahnschaffe took over the reins of Monticello West assisted living community in Dallas last month as the new executive director. “The team has a lot of positive momentum going, and I’m pleased to be part of this,” he said. While new to Monticello West, Ken is not new to the senior living industry. Ken earned his B.A. in social work. After graduation, he...

January 14, 2021

Monticello West, a senior living community based in Dallas, is proud to announce that it has been honored as a SeniorAdvisor.com Best of Senior Living 2021 award winner by A Place for Mom, Inc. (APFM), the largest senior living referral service in North America. The best of senior living honor represents the best of the best of in-home care, assisted living, and other senior living providers, determined by the reviews...

December 21, 2020

Monticello West assisted living community in Dallas has effectively confronted the greatest threat to the nation’s well-being in our generation. For the past ten months, the Monticello West team has tackled COVID-19 through extensive financial and emotional investment, creativity and caring, and dedication to safety. Investment by the Numbers “We are fortunate to have many resources available to us, largely because of our affiliation with Life Care Services,” said Marjorie...

October 26, 2020

It wasn’t originally his first choice, but it turned out to be his best choice. When Justin Short decided to move his beloved grandmother from her apartment in Brooklyn to an assisted living community closer to his home in Dallas, he did his research. In early July, his grandmother Nadine moved into a spacious one-bedroom apartment at Monticello West senior living community. While growing up in NY, Justin was very...

October 9, 2020

The elephant is widely considered a symbol of good luck, wisdom, and protection. With that in mind, Monticello West senior living community in Dallas launched its Monty Strong initiative, with Monty, the elephant as its mascot. The program promotes the community’s collective strength in working tirelessly towards the well-being of its residents. Starting last spring, COVID-19 became a very real risk to everyone, and especially to vulnerable older adults. It...

August 19, 2019

A Free Seminar for Caregivers Monticello West, a senior living community in University Park, offering specialized memory care, invites families and caregivers of those living with Alzheimer’s and dementia to attend a free seminar on Tuesday, Oct. 8, beginning at 6 p.m. The seminar will be led by Elizabeth Lonseth, author of A Gradual Disappearance, who will share her personal stories and practical advice, wisdom and grace for dealing with loved...

May 1, 2018

Monticello West takes a proactive approach to resident health.  We have found it is essential for disease prevention and detection, as well as residents’ peace-of-mind and independent.  Medical screenings and regular exams, along with the proper management and organization of health care needs, can lead to longs, healthier, happier lives for residents. Optimal physical health is more than simply the absence of disease.  Positive lifestyle choices that benefit the body...