Woodleaf Senior Care

Woodleaf Senior Care is a neighborhood of interesting and thoughtful people. The staff supports the community through their caring and capable skills. The residents thrive in this environment and atmosphere because they know someone is there 24/7 to help them if needed. My late mother-in-law called Woodleaf home and now my precious Mother calls it home too.

This is a very difficult time to help a loved one move to assisted living but the staff at Woodleaf are trying so hard to help us all and keep us safe. We appreciate the warm smiles and helpful, always cheerful greetings-I feel that the care is very personal.The small size and low turnover of staff and residents makes it easy to know everyone and know how to ask for help. I really feel the benefit of this consistency. I thank everyone for their hard work and love.

My mom, Johnnie Martin, has been a resident at Woodleaf for the past couple of months. We have been delighted by the care she has received. The excellent care was demonstrated just 2 days ago when my mom had an unfortunate fall. She was taken by ambulance to the ER where she experienced 7 hours of CT scans, x-rays, lab work and then an hours worth of intricate facial suturing. Needless to say 85 yr old my mom was terribly traumatized by all this. Fortunately she sustained only generalized bruising and the facial laceration. The beautiful part of this whole experience happened when I returned her to her home at Woodleaf. She was lovingly received by her caregiver named Veronica. Veronica took over and gathered my mother and led her to her room so gently. It was if an angel had hold of Mama. I left her in good hands that evening! What a blessing after our harrowing hours in the ER.

My siblings and I knew the inevitable day had arrived and mother must have assistance after staying in her home of 56 years. Mother lived by herself, yet was 65 miles from the closest of her children. When we began looking for potential assisted living, we wanted a place where we as siblings could be involved. Living in rural southwest Georgia we knew our options were limited, yet we were confident a true leap of faith was eminent. After several weeks of travel, researching, talking to residents of different facilities, and evaluation; we were confident we had found a new home for our 96 year young mother. Although she is in her late nineties, she walked daily; the equivalent of four miles each week. She is active socially, enjoys trivia, competition games and singing, church services, close interaction with people; yet, her privacy is high on the list. We siblings were sold on Woodleaf shortly after meeting Margaret and spending a few minutes in what became Mother's home for three of the happiest years of her life. Mother made new friends while developing true relationships based on trust and a genuine expression of love from all of the staff. Mother could choose to be actively involved in a diverse selection of planned activities too ingenious, like balloon tennis where residents sit yet maneuver a balloon across a net with flyswatters. My sister inquired after only a few weeks, "How old do you have to be to qualify to live here?" Card games, jeopardy, trivia, exercise, singing, and events would happen both planned and spontaneous that kept residents on their "P's and Q's" as mother would say. Guest speakers, talented musicians, day and evening events catering to family involvement are highly anticipated by all aware from personal experience or word-of-mouth. Speaking of catering, there was seldom outside food brought in because Steve and his staff need no outside interference. The food is second to none. There were professionally prepared dishes always fresh and varied, and desserts to test the strongest of will. Service around the table is more than what you would expect but is routine at Woodleaf. Mutual respect is woven in the culture at Woodleaf. We wanted to know the staff and them know us. After all, we are each vested in my dear mother's care. The staff at Woodleaf are genuine and reveal a sincere concern for their friends (residents) ..... wanting for them the best environment. We were always amazed at how organized yet pleasant everyone is. As I review what I have written, my tenses may be confusing. Mother has since passed away, and we will always have a special place in our hearts for Woodleaf and the faces and hearts that are Woodleaf. In my mind's eye, I can see mother engaged and smiling, laughing happily while at home on Pinetree Blvd. in Thomasville.

In just a few weeks I will have been a resident at "Wonderful Woodleaf" for one year. I am extremely happy here! From the kind, helpful staff to the friendly neighbors throughout the building, every day is a positive experience. Daily activities keep us busy and good food keeps us healthy. I feel very blessed to be able to live my "sunset years" at Woodleaf! JLB