Comprehensive Review: Mariners Residence Inc

Introduction

If Mariners Residence Inc has come up in your search for assisted living on Staten Island, this review will help you size it up. You'll find the community at 2099 Forest Ave, Staten Island, NY 10303, and in the sections ahead we look at its services, amenities, resident experiences, and how it compares with other senior care options nearby.

At a glance

Services and care options

Mariners Residence Inc offers several levels of assisted living care:

1. Assisted living
   • 24/7 personal care assistance
   • Medication management
   • Help with activities of daily living (ADLs), bathing, dressing, eating, using the toilet, and moving around. When someone needs help with two or more of these activities, assisted living or nursing care becomes necessary.
2. Specialized care
   • 12 to 16 hour nursing care
   • Mental wellness program
   • Diabetes care
   • Incontinence care
   • Non-ambulatory care

The facility does not provide skilled nursing or rehabilitation services on-site. It is located near medical centers, so residents can be referred to outside healthcare providers when specialized care is needed.

Amenities and daily life

The facility includes a restaurant-style dining room with diet accommodations, outdoor walking paths, fitness room, arts room, music programs, library, business center, beauty salon, barber shop, emergency alert system, and Wi-Fi.

• Daily activities include fitness classes, art workshops, game nights, movie screenings, educational lectures, music performances, outdoor activities in the garden, and scheduled community outings.

Management and staff

Information about management quality and staff responsiveness at Mariners Residence Inc is limited. However, the facility provides:

• 24-hour supervision
• 12 to 16 hour nursing care

• Personalized assistance with daily activities

Extended nursing care is available during the day, but prospective residents and families should ask about staff-to-resident ratios and specialized training programs during a tour.

Unique features

Mariners Residence Inc is notable for several reasons:

1. Location: Near medical facilities, including NYU Langone Hospital Brooklyn (7 miles away) and Target Pharmacy (4 miles away).
2. Comprehensive care: a wide range of assisted living services, plus specialized support for diabetes and incontinence.
3. Mental wellness: residents have access to a dedicated mental wellness program.
4. Affordability: It has competitive pricing in the Staten Island market.

Community reputation

There are no specific awards on record for Mariners Residence Inc. The facility has a long history in Staten Island.

Conclusion

Mariners Residence Inc provides a range of assisted living services in a large setting, with strengths in affordability and diverse care options. Families weighing cost against services may find it a reasonable balance of care, amenities, and value.

Prospective residents and their families should consider the following steps:

1. Schedule an on-site tour to assess the facility's atmosphere and staff interactions firsthand.
2. Request a detailed breakdown of all costs, including any potential additional fees for specialized services.
3. Inquire about staff-to-resident ratios and the qualifications of caregivers.
4. Ask for more information about the mental wellness program and how it's implemented.
5. Discuss the process for coordinating external medical care when needed.
6. If possible, speak with current residents or their family members to get firsthand accounts of life at the facility.

Working through these questions helps families decide whether Mariners Residence is the right fit for their loved one's needs and preferences.