Brillion Housing Authority

Frequently Asked Questions and Answers:

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Do we have to provide our own furnishings?

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Residents are certainly welcome and even encouraged to bring their own furnishings from home to make their room really feel like their own.  However, we do provide a twin-bed, dresser, and night stand upon a resident’s request.

  

How do I apply for Admissions?

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If you are interested in joining the Garrow Villa family, there is an application form to compete.  This form is included below for download. You can deliver this form in person or mail it to: 210 S. Parkway, Brillion, WI 54110.

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Are there any security systems?

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Yes: all exterior doors in the facility have alarms for your safety and security; these alarms sound on the employees’ pager system that they carry with them at all times.  We do not provide a locked facility as we try our best to promote a homey environment.  Residents may come and go as they please, unless otherwise directed by family or physician.

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Are there planned activities at Garrow Villa?

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Yes: activities and socialization are very important to us.  We develop a monthly activity calendar that includes bible study, entertainment, activities led by volunteers in the community, games, and television programs.  

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What if a resident requires some additional services that are not available at Garrow Villa?

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Additional services can be facilitated for our residents.  We contract through external agencies that provide therapies, social services, dental, podiatry, and hospice.  Please note that such services must be ordered through a resident’s primary physician.  If other needs arise, the staff will certainly help with arrangements to accommodate you.  

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What utilities are included in the monthly fee?

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General utilities like water, heat, electricity, and basic cable are included in the monthly rate. Telephone lines are available for your own private use, but you must provide your own telephone.

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What is a CBRF?

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CBRF stands for “Community Based Residential Facility.”  CBRFs are state licensed group homes for five or more non-related adults. CBRFs provide assistance with daily living needs, safety, and security, socialization, and companionship in a comfortable atmosphere that promotes and enhances your independence.  

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Can residents have a family get-together at Garrow Villa?

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Absolutely!  Residents are welcome to host family celebrations at our facility. Your friends, card club, or any other organization may also hold gatherings here. The staff will assist you in coordination of your plans and helping make your visit successful.  Our facility has a very lovely sun room that families enjoy renting out for the day-of course, free of charge!  We only request prior notice so that we can reserve it for you!

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Can residents have a car?

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Yes: residents of Garrow Villa can have cars. Our staff can assist you in parking, and our maintenance staff will assist in any snow removal.

 

Can residents go out with family for the day or on a trip with family?

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Garrow Villa is the resident’s home, and they may come and go as they please unless otherwise directed by their family or physician.  If family would like to take a resident out for the day or even a weekend trip, the facility simply needs to notified ahead of time so that the resident’s medications can be packaged and labeled for them on their trip.

 

What is the process for admission?

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You are invited to tour our facility and meet the staff. All interested parties are asked to complete an application. The administrator completes an assessment, which is to properly match residents to the environment that suits them best.