Business Details
14 Years
experience
Your Trusted Senior Living Community in Wichita
Derby Assisted Living is a small, tightly knit senior living community designed to house up to 35 residents. Our mission centers on fostering independence while providing personalized support for daily living activities and household chores. We cultivate a nurturing environment where residents feel safe, valued, and empowered to maintain their highest quality of life. Our team prioritizes relationship-building, ensuring every resident is treated as family and their emotional, spiritual, and physical needs are met. From the Executive Director to support staff, we emphasize accessibility and genuine care, often engaging directly with residents during meals or activities. Our culture, rooted in the ILEE philosophy (Improving Lives, Exceeding Expectations), guides our commitment to compassion, innovation, and community.With over a decade of experience, our leadership team brings deep expertise in senior care, ensuring a warm, person-centered approach. We offer tailored activities, nutritious meals, and a supportive atmosphere that encourages social connection and personal growth. Our residents and their families consistently praise the kindness of our staff, the homelike environment, and the peace of mind that comes with knowing their loved ones are cherished and well-cared for. We invite you to experience the Derby difference, where every detail reflects our dedication to excellence in senior living.
Services
Assisted Living
Household Chores Assistance
Daily Living Support
Community Activities
Personalized Care Plans
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We prioritize personalized care and independence for each resident.
- Our staff builds meaningful relationships with residents.
- We offer a nurturing, home-like environment.
- Our team has over 11 years of combined experience.
- We provide engaging activities for residents' well-being.
What people say
Caring and thoughtful
Wonderful place to live
Best possible care
Staff is very caring
Delicious meals
Services
Assisted Living
Our assisted living program supports seniors in maintaining independence while receiving personalized care. We assist with daily activities, medication management, and wellness monitoring. Residents enjoy a safe, homelike environment designed to promote dignity and comfort through tailored support plans.
Daily Living Support
We provide individualized help with bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility to ensure residents maintain their routines. Our compassionate staff prioritizes respect and privacy while fostering confidence in daily tasks through consistent, one-on-one support.
Community Activities
Our activity programs include exercise classes, Bible study, music therapy, and social events designed to stimulate mental and social well-being. These activities encourage connection, purpose, and joy while accommodating diverse interests and abilities.
Household Chores Assistance
We handle cleaning, laundry, and home upkeep to reduce stress for residents. Our team ensures living spaces remain safe and comfortable, allowing residents to focus on enjoying their daily lives without worrying about household responsibilities.
Personalized Care Plans
Each resident receives a tailored care plan developed through collaboration with families and medical professionals. These plans address unique health needs, preferences, and goals, ensuring comprehensive, adaptive support that evolves with residents' changing requirements.
People
Miranda
Executive Director
With 11 years at Derby Assisted Living, Miranda has progressed from housekeeping to Executive Director, bringing deep institutional knowledge and a passion for creating a supportive community that feels like home.
Rachel
Staff Member
Rachel has worked at Derby since its 2013 opening, valuing the positive relationships with residents and colleagues that make her job fulfilling and meaningful in senior care.
Nona
Activity Director
As Activity Director since 2022, Nona creates engaging programs that bring joy to residents, viewing her role as a calling rather than just a job while building meaningful connections with the community.
Mariah
Director of Nursing
Mariah brings extensive clinical experience and a compassionate approach to nursing leadership, having started her career at a sister facility before becoming Derby's Director of Nursing in 2023.
Questions
What types of services does Derby Assisted Living offer?
We provide personalized care, daily living assistance, household chore support, community activities, and tailored wellness programs to promote independence.
How does Derby Assisted Living support resident independence?
We balance assistance with autonomy, offering support for daily tasks while encouraging residents to maintain their routines and preferences.
What makes Derby Assisted Living unique?
Our small, family-like community fosters deep relationships between staff and residents, guided by our ILEE philosophy of compassion and excellence.
Are meals included in the residency?
Yes, we serve nutritious, varied meals prepared to accommodate dietary needs, including early meal options for medical requirements.
How can families stay involved with their loved ones?
We encourage family participation through regular visits, events, and open communication with our staff to ensure collaborative care.
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