Dignified long-term care for individuals with brain injuries
Recently expanded to 54 beds, Casa Colina at Apple Valley is a residential
care facility for men and women with traumatic or acquired brain injuries
(TBI or ABI). We seek to guide clients toward greater independence and
fulfillment by addressing the physical, cognitive, and emotional needs
they face after their injury, in a manner that recognizes their dignity,
diversity, and individuality. Our clients are typically healthy, with
a desire to develop personal living skills and be active participants
in their community.
Casa Colina at Apple Valley offers respite, intermediate, and long-term
care for clients with a broad range of functional abilities. Our structured
living program includes individuals who require maximum supervision and
living assistance; those with mild behavioral challenges who may eventually
develop the skills to interact independently within the community; and
individuals capable of minimally assisted independent activity, such as
driving to and from work or college.
At Casa Colina at Apple Valley, our overarching goal is to help your client
or loved one develop skills of daily living, establish healthy routines,
and enjoy a productive, rewarding life.
Around the Grounds
Opened in 2001, our fully licensed non-ambulatory campus features beautiful
Early California/mission-style architecture on a four-acre property accented
with lush desert flora. Its vividly decorated, light-filled interiors
offer a peaceful, attractive place to call home. Well-appointed private
and semi-private bedrooms provide the comfort and quiet needed to relax,
while spacious communal living spaces—including a large kitchen
and dining area—let residents interact socially and build daily
living skills.
Amenities:
Well-appointed private and semi-private rooms with call lights
Early California/mission-style décor and architecture
Specially designed recreation and exercise room
Full-service kitchen and spacious communal dining area
Handicap-accessible facility
Four acres of fully fenced, tree-lined campus nestled within an urban setting
Close proximity to medical centers, hospitals, shopping, restaurants, movies,
and other amenities
Facility-sponsored transportation for all local activities
Opened in September 2019
Casa Colina at Apple Valley is now offering 12 new private bedrooms for
a total of 54 beds. The six new apartments feature two private bedrooms,
each with a dedicated bathroom, as well as a shared kitchen and living
and dining room. The expansion includes a new outdoor recreation area
and dining hall, all built in Casa Colina’s trademark mission-style
architecture.
Community Focus
Our community-focused approach encourages social interaction and engagement
through an exciting array of activities. Residents have the opportunity
to participate in behavioral and educational programming, wellness clinics
overseen by a licensed physical therapist, and regular excursions into
the surrounding community. When appropriate, residents may also pursue
general and adaptive coursework at Victor Valley Community College and
participate in the Casa Colina Outdoor Adventures program.
Recreational Activities:
Outdoor recreation
Close proximity to licensed day and vocational programs/services
Close proximity to adult continuing education programs/campus
Community outings to local restaurants, movie theaters, stores, malls,
libraries, and parks
Community-sponsored activities and church services
Trips to the mountains, sporting events, and theme parks
Participation in Casa Colina’s landmark Outdoor Adventures program
General and adaptive education at Victor Valley Community College
Optional participation in local self-help groups, including AA meetings
if appropriate
Functional Activities:
Activities of daily living (grooming, hygiene, clothing selection, etc.)
Meal preparation assistance (for individuals who choose to make their own meals)
Pro-social interaction and skill building
Community spending and money management
Supervised community integration
Medication and behavior assistance
Professionally Staffed
Rest assured that your client or loved one is in caring, capable hands
24 hours a day. All programming at Casa Colina’s Apple Valley facility
is conducted under the supervision of a board-certified medical director
and is fully supported by a professional staff that includes:
Administration
Nurses
Neuropsychologist
Case manager
Dietician
Certified medical and nursing assistants
Activity coordinators
Residential aides trained in crisis prevention intervention
And of course residents have access to Casa Colina’s complete continuum
of medical and rehabilitative care that has served our community for more
than 80 years.
Payment
This referral-based program accepts payment through workers’ compensation,
regional centers, medical/long-term insurers, Department of Behavioral
Health, Department of Mental Health, and private pay.
Licensed by the Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing
Division #366405765.
Casa Colina Hospital and Centers for Healthcare is pleased to contract
with various Regional Centers for some services. The Department of Developmental
Services is committed to providing mechanisms for the resolution of problems
and complaints when they arise. The Consumer Rights Complaint Process
is a mechanism to be used when an individual consumer, or any representative
acting on behalf of a consumer, believes that any right has been wrongly
or unfairly denied by a regional center, developmental center, or a service
provider. Consumers have the right to pursue appeals via the
Department of Developmental Services appeals page or by phone at
916/654-1987.
For more information on our long-term residential services, please call
760/247-7711 or
contact us now.
