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Jane’s Place – Discover this Hidden Treasure Just at the end of CASI’s Main Street

By Kathy Malmloff
CASI Director of Senior Services

This year was a busy year at Jane’s Place, one of CASI’s hallmark programs serving residents of the Quad Cities. Yet, Jane’s Place is a mystery to most Quad Citians and is one of the least understood programs we offer. What can I expect for my loved one if they spend their days at Jane’s Place?

First and foremost, Jane’s Place offers: caring and dedicated staff (including an onsite nurse); a safe and secure, cheerful and home-like environment; individual service plans for each client which are monitored daily, and activities galore. Jane’s Place is not a babysitting service. Clients become part of a caring, active community which is an extension of the family. The staff of eight focus on providing the chance to engage with others, have some fun, laugh a little (or a lot) and to socialize as much as they are able and care to. Engaging all the senses throughout the day encourages even the quietest and reserved person to join in. Jane’s Place provides an environment of active living, friendship, and community.

A bit of Jane’s Place history…. In 2006, a bright new 4,000 square foot adult day services facility was dedicated as part of a $4.2 million fundraising effort at CASI. Jane Folwell, a long time Quad Cities resident, heard of the opportunity to impact the future for those who struggled with memory loss. Jane provided the lead contribution in the funding of the Adult Day Services facility which expanded the existing program to accommodate up to 48 adults in a home-like environment. Included in this precious space are a library, living area and dining room with a full kitchen and beautiful outdoor courtyard and pond. Jane wanted to ensure that clients would be able to spend their days together socializing in a community of supportive staff with others who share similar health challenges. The ability to stay in their homes, keeping daily living and health-care costs to a minimum, was the goal. The vision and generosity shared by Jane and others lives on daily at Jane’s Place.

What can you do to support Jane’s Place?

Jane’s Place is truly a gift in our Quad Cities – won’t you help us spread the word? Information brochures are available at CASI and on the website. Do you know anyone who would benefit from Jane’s Place? Refer them to Crystal Hughes at chughes@casiseniors.org, on our Facebook page at Jane’s Place Adult Day Services, or (563) 386-7477 ext. 238.

Do you love birds? How about flowers? So do Jane’s Place clients who enjoy the on-site aviary and two patios complete with lovely flowers and a pond. Your gifts to CASI can be used to support and maintain these engaging spaces.

Jane’s Place staff members have a dream to increase important interactive opportunities for clients by creating a special sensory filled lounge designed specifically to awaken the senses through touch, smell, sound and sight. Gifts to build this dream space can be directed to CASI for the Jane’s Place Sensory Lounge.

Jane’s Place……. did you know?

We are Certified for Adult Day Services through the Iowa Department of Inspection and Appeals and undergo a rigorous review of programs, staff and facilities

• Our eight person staff includes a licensed nurse to ensure the best care during the time spent at Jane’s Place.
• Long term care insurance may assist with the cost of spending days with us – make sure to check with your agent.
• We are certified to accept VA benefits as well as Medicaid elderly and handicap waivers.
• All staff are required to complete dementia training each year to stay abreast of new developments and opportunities.
• Every client has an Individual Service Plan unique to their needs which is reviewed and accessed daily by staff with the nurse’s input.
• We provide a safe, secure and serene place for all. We invite you to stop for a visit.

CASI and Jane’s Place Mission: To provide services that promote independence and enrich the lives of older adults through socialization, health/wellness and supportive services.