Bristol Manor of Eldon

Bristol Manor of Eldon is located in central Missouri, just 15 minutes from the beautiful Lake of the Ozarks and a short distance from our historic State Capital, Jefferson City. You get the best of both worlds living in Eldon – small town living in a friendly, homegrown atmosphere, and a close proximity to Jefferson City, where urban life and amenities are just a short drive away. Bristol Manor was built in 1993 and is geared towards individuals age 55 and above. We are a welcoming farmhouse home located on a quiet, countryside road. Our wide shade trees and emerald green front yard make for a serene place to sit and enjoy the slow rhythm of our community with all your friends by your side. Bristol Manor is best suited for those who are fairly independent, yet may need some extra care with house keeping and some medical needs. We offer our residents peace of mind in knowing that they are always under the safe watch of a trained and nurturing care staff. We are a smaller home, with 12 friends in total, meaning we can give everyone the close attention that they deserve. For a relaxed pace in a serene setting, come pay us a visit! We’re sure that Bristol Manor will be the setting you’re looking for.

Living Options and Amenities

Here at Bristol Manor, your independence and privacy is important to us. We are happy to offer every resident their own room with a private bathroom, complete with a walk-in shower to ensure the safety of those with limited mobility. Ground floor units are available, providing easy access for individuals with wheelchairs. Rooms feature spacious closets for ample storage options. You are welcome to bring your own furniture and decor to style your room as you wish, or we can furnish your room for you to make it welcoming and cozy. Each room has its own temperature controls, with a thermostat for heating and air conditioning. Fire alarms are located throughout the home, and emergency call systems are set up in every room and bathroom for safety and security. We understand the importance of furry friends, and so pets such as dogs and cats are more than welcome in residents’ living spaces.

Dining

At Bristol Manor, nutrition is important to us. Residents at our home are offered three meals a day, with snacks in between. Our fares are well-balanced in accordance with nutritional guidelines recommended for seniors. We offer a menu for every meal time, but substitution requests are also taken. We believe dining should be an enjoyable experience for everyone, and so we pay attention to all of our resident’s specific preferences. Dietary needs are taken into account, including options such as vegetarian or no-salt dishes. We are happy to serve everyone together as friends in the dining room, but you may take your meals wherever you wish. We are also happy to accommodate your visiting guests, with meals provided for them as well.

Common Areas

Our indoor common areas are a comfortable and homey environment, perfect for relaxing, chatting, watching a movie, or playing games. We have a living room and TV lounge, complete with cozy couches and chairs – ideal for catching up on your favorite shows or sports games with friends. Our dining room has two full-sized tables for eating together as a family or hosting a lively game night. All indoor areas are designed for safety of motion to accommodate our friends with limited-mobility. Outdoor areas are also designed for ease of movement with safety in mind. We have a large grassy yard where our shade trees make for a peaceful environment. The outdoor premises are secured to ensure the safety of all of our friends.

Activities

We love to have fun with our friends here at Bristol Manor! We plan activities based upon the personal preferences of our residents, and if you have any requests, please let us know. A variety of games keep everyones’ minds active and happy. Physical activities, like walks and outdoor adventures, are also frequently planned. We love to celebrate with parties for every occasion, such as holidays and birthdays, and our peaceful yard is a perfect setting for picnics, BBQs, and outdoor festivities of all kinds.

Personal Services

At Bristol Manor, we offer transportation to our residents for scheduled medical appointments, personal outings, and other such errands. For those who are more independent, we are located near public transit options as well. Free resident and guest parking is available at our location for those who drive. Our residents are provided with housekeeping and laundry services, and we offer assistance with activities of daily living for those in need, including help with bathing, grooming, dressing, eating, and sitting or standing. Devotional services are also conveniently located on-site for our spiritual or religious friends.

Local Area

Don’t be fooled by Eldon’s small size – we are not only a short drive away from major cities but have plenty to offer here in town. Eldon is a diverse economy supported by both the agriculture and manufacturing industries, as well as medical and professional services. Some of Eldon’s local activities and attractions include musical theatre, holiday events, local fairs, museums, a historical society, beautiful parks, Eldon Lanes Bowling Alley, Eldon Golf Club and golf course, and a host of community social opportunities geared specifically toward retired seniors. We have several grocery stores and churches in town, and there are a number of doctor’s offices and medical centers just down the street from our home. Local fire, EMT, and police are also a short distance away. You can feel safe knowing you or your loved one is just minutes away from professional medical services of all kinds while living in Eldon.

Medical Services

Bristol Manor’s devoted staff is available throughout the day to aid you or your loved one with any immediate needs that arise, and on-site home care guarantees everyones’ healthcare needs are accounted for. Our staff of licensed practitioners is trained and ready to help with a variety of needs – medical, personal, or otherwise. This includes assistance with medication administration as well as with activities of daily living, to any residents in need of such care. For our diabetic or sugar-sensitive residents, we can monitor insulin levels via glucose tests as needed. We are pleased to have regular contact with nurses, and a doctor is always on-call to handle adjustments in medication, provide consultation, and respond to any urgent medical needs. Specialized occupational therapists make regular visits to our community to aid residents in their development, recovery, and maintenance of skills needed for daily living. We receive visits from a podiatrist who ensures everyone is comfortable, fit, and mobile. Speech therapy services are provided by trained and certified speech pathologists. Residents with disorientation or lack-of-awareness issues are well-directed by our caring and patient staff, and supported in living a healthy lifestyle. Bristol Manor offers respite care – a short-term stay – perfect for those recovering from a hospital visit, the interim during which a caregiver takes an extended vacation, or simply to experience a senior living trial period. We also offer hospice services when needed.

Care Types Offered

Bristol Manor at Eldon is licensed as a Residential Care Facility, which in the state of Missouri is defined as a facility which provides 24-hour care to three or more residents who need or are provided with shelter, board, and protective oversight, which may include storage, distribution or administration of medications, and care during short-term illness or recuperation. Residents who live in an RCF are required to make a path to safety unassisted. A licensed Nursing Home Administrator is not required.