SEM Haven - Nursing Care

SEM Haven Nursing Care

Our household model of care is a wonderful way of life for our residents who, together with family members and staff, work as a team to make decisions about life on the household. This “resident centered” philosophy has proven to be an exceptionally positive and natural way to care for others. We have a relaxed breakfast mealtime that invites residents to arise when they want and have a fresh hot or cold meal of their choice. We try to have the same staff consistently for each household and strive to keep the environment clean and welcoming.

Our households have a living room, dining room, kitchen and resident bedrooms. They have a front door that all visitors must go through to gain access. We believe in the sanctity of the household – only those who live or work there should have regular access. We also believe in easy access to the outdoors so we have patios off of our dining rooms. When you visit you may meet one of our wonderful cats, Lucky and Whiskers.

Our nurses work from a desk in the living room so they are readily available to any resident in need. We have a wireless nurse call system and wireless nurse charting. Residents with computers may access our wireless network. We are committed to using technology to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of resident care.

Each household has a clinical nurse leader and a team leader who work together to organize the many details that go into running a household. They are responsible for communication among residents, staff and family members to make sure that everyone’s voice is heard when decisions are made. We work hard to provide care according to the resident’s schedule, not the other way around.

McCormick Landing is named for Reverend Francis McCormick who was the first permanent settler in the Milford area. He arrived in the fall of 1796 and founded the First Methodist Class in the Northwest Territory in 1797. He built a “double” log cabin - half dwelling, half church. His inspiration was the beginnings of the Milford First United Methodist Church. McCormick Landing is home to 22 residents.

Ripple Ridge is inspired by William Taylor Irwin, a Cincinnati businessman who purchased Kugler Woods in 1895. He changed the name of the property to the “Ripples” having noticed how swiftly the river current flows over the boulder rock. He built the large stone house still standing on the SEM property. Ripple Ridge is home to 20 residents.

Gatch Grove is named for Reverend Philip Gatch who purchased 230 acres from John Nancarrow in 1799. He was one of the first justices of the peace and county judges. Philip Gatch was a delegate to draft the original Constitution for the state of Ohio in September 1802. Gatch Grove is home to 27 residents.