Listening to people who live in and near Wanamingo talk about the changes we are experiencing these days, I want to talk about something that hasn't changed since 1978. Riverview Services caters to the needs of our community in a way that brings joy to others, and shows compassion and care for our citizens who can't care for themselves.
This company has four group homes in Wanamingo, one in Zumbrota, and two in Red Wing. These homes provide a living environment with supervised caregivers who attend to the individual needs of each resident who lives there. It is a home environment that caters to the needs of each person in a comprehensive and very personal manner.
Their mission statement says, "Our Mission is to provide a living situation in which citizens with special needs are able to achieve as great a of level of independence as possible." Their Vision statement follows with "Our Vision is to continually adapt to industry changes by identifying Individual's and Community needs.....with Faith in our Plan; Hope in our Future; and Love to Power our Mission." Put in another way, Riverview provides just the right assistance while encouraging independent living situations.
In the group homes, it gives the residents not only a place to live, but also a comfortable home for their families and care givers to come and visit. Each resident has specific needs, and the staff is there to help them learn new skills, and to have someone always on hand if something comes up that needs attention. They receive three meals a day, and are able to have community involvement with activities like parades, ball games, and other fun things going on. There is a Day Center where they can go and meet up with others, and do activities like play cards, do puzzles, and have scheduled entertainment. Living skills training such as money management, daily hygiene, environmental safety, and other activities are offered, and so much more.
There are 2 other components to what Riverview Services offers. The In-Home Program provides services for people living in the community. They can assist with appointments, outings, and financial assistance. Their day program is called Hillcrest Center and provides day services for up to 30 clients in Wanamingo and surrounding communities.
So if you or someone you know is in need of information on all these services provided, you can go online at riverviewservicesinc.org, email your questions to rvmanor@frontier.net, or call them Monday through Thursday at 507-824-2091. You will find a helpful and knowledgeable staff waiting to answer your questions and provide opportunities for you and your family.
