Our Services
Senior Care Services at Marcahandel Adult Family Home
At Marcahandel Adult Family Home in Olympia, WA, we provide nutritious home-cooked meals, assistance with daily living, medication management, and memory care support in a small, home-like setting. Every care plan is built around each resident’s needs, routines, and preferences.
Nutrition
Nutritious Home-Cooked Meals
Mealtime is one of the best parts of the day. Our meals are cooked fresh in our own kitchen and planned around each resident’s health, tastes, and traditions, so every plate feels comforting and familiar.
- Fresh, home-cooked meals prepared daily
- Snacks, fresh fruit, and plenty of fluids offered throughout the day
- Diabetic-friendly, low-sodium, and heart-healthy menus
- Respect for cultural and religious food traditions
- Careful attention to food allergies and ingredient sensitivities
- Soft, pureed, or modified-texture meals when needed
- Close coordination with families, doctors, and dietitians
Personal Care
Assistance with Daily Living
Some days call for a little help and some for a lot. Our caregivers support daily routines in a respectful, unhurried way that protects privacy and encourages residents to do all they can for themselves.
- Bathing and showering
- Dressing, grooming, and personal hygiene
- Toileting and continence care
- Help with eating and staying hydrated
- Safe mobility and movement around the home
- Housekeeping and laundry
Medication Support
Medication Management
Taking the right medication at the right time matters. We keep medications organized and on schedule, and we stay in close contact with everyone involved in your loved one’s care.
- Daily medication organization and monitoring
- Medications given safely and on schedule
- Coordination with pharmacies for refills and changes
- Tracking of dosage changes
- Clear communication with doctors and other healthcare providers
- Locked, secure medication storage
Memory Support
Memory Care Support
Support for residents living with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and other memory challenges. Life with memory loss is easier in a calm, familiar place, so we learn each resident’s story, habits, and preferences and shape the day around what brings comfort and confidence.
- A calm, structured, and safe home environment
- Daily routines built around each resident's history and preferences
- Caregivers who use gentle redirection, reassurance, and positive communication
- Meaningful daily activities that keep residents engaged
- Support that protects dignity and eases anxiety
Companionship
Activities & Companionship
A good day is about more than care. We make time for conversation, laughter, and the small pleasures that keep residents connected, cheerful, and engaged.
- One-on-one conversation and companionship
- Music, games, puzzles, and favorite hobbies
- Gentle activities suited to each resident's abilities
- Birthday and holiday celebrations
- Time with visiting family and friends
- Time outdoors when the weather allows
Family Partnership
Care Coordination & Family Support
You should never have to wonder how your loved one is doing. We work as partners with families and healthcare providers so everyone stays informed and care stays consistent.
- Regular updates and open communication with families
- A personalized care plan that is updated as needs change
- Coordination with doctors, pharmacies, and home health providers
- Help coordinating medical appointments
- Coordination with hospice and other care teams when needed
Getting Started
How Admission Works
Choosing a home for someone you love is a big decision. We keep the process simple and are here to answer questions at every step.
Step 1
Get in Touch
Call or send us a message to tell us about your loved one and what kind of support they need.
Step 2
Visit & Talk
Tour the home, meet our team, and ask questions. We’ll talk honestly about whether we are the right fit.
Step 3
Plan Together
We create a personalized care plan and walk you through the admission paperwork, rates, and payment options.
Step 4
Move In & Settle
We help your loved one settle in comfortably and keep your family updated along the way.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
An adult family home is a small, licensed residential home where caregivers provide personal care, meals, and daily support to a small number of residents in a warm, home-like setting.
Adult family homes are much smaller than most assisted living communities, so residents get more personal attention and a quieter, more family-style atmosphere in a regular residential neighborhood.
Our services include nutritious home-cooked meals, assistance with daily living, medication management, memory care support, activities and companionship, and care coordination with your family and healthcare providers.
Yes. We prepare diabetic-friendly, low-sodium, and heart-healthy meals, respect cultural and religious food preferences, take allergies seriously, and can provide soft or pureed meals when needed.
Yes. We offer memory care support in a calm, structured home, with routines built around each resident’s history and preferences. Call us to talk about your loved one’s needs.
Adult family homes work well for seniors who need help with daily activities but prefer a smaller, more personal setting than a large facility. Every situation is different, so call us and we’ll tell you honestly whether our home is the right fit.
Yes. Marcahandel is a licensed adult family home in Washington State.
Costs depend on the level of care needed. Contact us for current rates and payment options, and we’ll walk you through them.
Family and friends are an important part of our residents’ lives. Please contact us to talk about visiting arrangements.
The best first step is to call us or schedule a tour. You can see the home, meet our team, and ask any questions you have.
Have Questions? We'd Love to Hear from You
Call us or schedule a visit to see our home in Olympia, WA and meet the team caring for your loved one.