“You do what you’re passionate about, and truly this is a passion,” said Wilshire Senior Living’s Executive Director Shametra Owens. Having worked as a health care specialist in senior living for 15 years, Shametra has a big heart for Wilshire’s 250 residents. “There’s never a dull moment,” she said. “They keep us going.”
Wilshire provides multiple floor plans to suit their residents’ needs. Independent living residents can choose between one bed/one bath or two bed/two bath apartments with a full kitchen, utility room and walk-in closets. Surrounding the campus’ fully stocked pond, two bed/two bath and three bed/two bath independent living cottages with full kitchens, utility rooms, walk-in closets and two-car garages are available. Assisted living rooms range from studio apartments to two bed/two bath, each equipped with a kitchenette. In the memory care facility, one bed/one bath and two bed/one bath rooms are available, too.
At the indoor pool, residents can exercise independently or take water aerobics classes. A variety of meals, which are monitored by a dietitian and include daily specials and always available comfort options, can be found in the dining hall. In the on-site salon, residents can see hairstylists, nail techs and masseuses. Wilshire even provides media rooms, game rooms and a working library, allowing residents to partake in activities independently or communally.
“We do a lot of programs where we bring everyone in together.” Each month, they host multiple small events along with one big event, where they go out into the community or invite the families to spend the day. “We also participate in a lot of the little national days like National Cookie Day or Cupcake Day.”
In addition to their special events, Wilshire holds weekly events, such as happy hour. Volunteer church groups from a variety of denominations hold Bible studies for residents. Occasionally, they’ll invite the Burleson Police Department to present seminars on technology and online safety. “Once they see that badge, they’re listening. My ladies are like, ‘Oh, Shametra! Bring him back!’” she chuckled.
SHAMETRA CHERISHES THE RELATIONSHIPS SHE’S BUILT WITH RESIDENTS.
Their staff of 86 covers a whole range of services. Resident care associates cover daily activities, such as dressing and grooming. Transportation aids drive residents off campus to personal appointments and activities. Housekeepers service residents’ abodes throughout the campus. Care team members and med techs ensure 24/7 medical assistance to assisted living and memory care residents. The Memory care team works to meet residents where they are by providing creative outlets, memory-promoting activities and physical wellness routines to add to the comfort and fullness of their lives.
Shametra and the rest of the Wilshire team strive to provide transparent communication. They hold regular “town hall” meetings, where residents are allowed to voice their concerns. “At the end of the day, this is their home. They should know what’s going on. If we are doing some kind of change to the community, they should have a say in it.”
Shametra cherishes the relationships she’s built with residents. “I have a lot of moms and dads. They’re always looking out for you. I feel like I’m blessed.” If you or your loved one is considering moving, contact Wilshire Senior Living to see if it’s the right fit for you.
Wilshire Senior Living
1600 Greenridge Dr.
Burleson, TX 76028
(817) 252-4007
[email protected]
wilshireseniorliving.com
Facebook: Wilshire Senior Living
Office Hours:
Sunday-Monday: 8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Written by Emma McKay
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