Meridian Village
27 Auerbach Place
Glen Carbon, IL 62034
618.288.3700
Skilled Nursing Care at Meridian Village
When you or a loved one needs 24-hour nursing care, your mind turns to thoughts of comfort, quality, and care. At Meridian Village, our skilled nursing households and care center offer all of those and much, much more. Here amidst warm, welcoming surroundings, our teams of caregivers have the time and resources to work one-on-one with each resident. The result: a care team that really cares, and a place that truly feels like home.
Find out how affordable peace of mind can be; call 618.205.2126 or e-mail us today!
Click here to learn about other health care services or
independent living at Meridian Village!
What We Offer
At Meridian Village, we employ a person-centered philosophy of care. That means our staff members dedicate themselves to customizing the care experience to the wishes and needs of each individual resident.
Far from the sterile, clinical trappings of traditional nursing homes, our community is committed to creating real homes for our residents. Here, we build environments specially designed to suit the needs of older adults and create flexible staff schedules to better fit the rhythms and routines of each person we serve. It’s all part of our dedication to cherishing our residents as the unique individuals they are.
Skilled Nursing Households
Specifically designed around spaces where daily life happens, our two skilled nursing households are smaller settings for just 12-14 residents each. The households are modeled after a real family home, and staffed by specially trained teams of flexible caregivers.
Here, the emphasis is on the social experience, with shared living rooms, daily group activities, and family-style meals prepared on-site in the heart of each household — the warm, inviting kitchen. The result is a close-knit community with a real family feel.
Skilled Nursing Care Center
Meridian Village also offers a more traditional neighborhood-style skilled nursing care center. Here, you’ll find the same person-centered philosophy of care, dedicated staff, and beautiful surroundings, but with a greater emphasis on privacy and personal space.
Services and Amenities
Both of our Skilled Nursing environments at Meridian Village offer all the comforts of home, plus so much more.
We offer:
- Private and companion rooms.
- Exceptional 24-hour health care, including a state-of-the-art therapy department.
- Three meals prepared daily.
- Warm, comfortable surroundings, including a cozy fireside living room, a three-season room, two outdoor verandas, and a family-style dining room.
- A neighborhood market, a spa, and a hair salon/barber shop, all located just steps away.
- Medication assistance.
- A wireless urgent call system.
- Housekeeping and laundry services.
- A full calendar of recreational, educational, and spiritual programs.
For your comfort and convenience, physical, occupational, speech, and aquatic therapies are available on-site through our REACH Wellness program. Personal care programs are available and tailored to meet your individual needs.
Personal care programs are available and tailored to meet your individual needs.
Our Promise To You
Meridian Village is part of Lutheran Senior Services, one of the largest not-for-profit senior care networks of its kind in the country. Our goal is to create the highest quality Continuing Care Retirement Communities possible, with a full array of personalized features to customize the retirement living experience for each person. Here, we honor and cherish people of all faiths, respecting their beliefs and helping them stay in touch with their personal faith practices.
We look forward to showing you our community, and hope you’ll consider making Meridian Village your retirement oasis.
Our Staff
Greetings!
Greetings from our family here at Meridian Village!
It's so easy to get to know your neighbors here. Whether you're taking part in one of our many leisure events, enjoying dinner in our top-rated dining room, or just walking down the hall, new friends have a way of presenting themselves every time you open your door.
Here, you can be as busy as you want to be. Swim in our heated pool. Relax in our hot tub. Attend one of our fitness classes. Explore our library. Go on one of our many day trips. Join a Wii contest. Or just enjoy a quiet night in with family or friends. The possibilities are endless!
We invite you to come visit us at Meridian Village, where our residents aren't our top priority--they're our ONLY priority.
Sincerely,
Colleen Bottens
Executive Director
Our Staff
Executive Director
ph 618.205.4216
The Executive Director for Meridian Village, Colleen Bottens, brings over 20 years of experience working with seniors in various settings. Colleen began her career as a caregiver and has most recently served as an executive director for CCRC and assisted living communities in the Chicago area. She holds a degree in social work from Governors State University in Illinois.
Care Center Administrator
ph 618.205.4201
The Care Center Administrator for Meridian Village is Jacque Bogner. She has over eight years of experience in skilled nursing and assisted living communities. Jacque came to Meridian Village in the spring of 2007. She has a bachelor’s degree from Greenville College and a master’s degree from Nova Southeastern University. Jacque and her husband, Erik, live in Greenville, Illinois, where they enjoy spending time in the outdoors and visiting with their families.
Director of Nursing
ph 618.205.4218
Beth Sahuri joined Meridian Village in January 2010 as director of nursing for the skilled nursing community. Beth has worked with older adults in acute and long term care for over 14 years, as well as adults with developmental disabilities. A graduate of Lewis and Clark Community College with an associate's degree in applied science, Beth is an emergency medical technician, a certified nurse’s assistant, and a licensed practical nurse. Beth has lived in Bethalto, Illinois, with her husband Nabil and her son Adam.
Chaplain
ph 618.205.4210
Rev. Brad Thomas received a Masters of Divinity degree from Concordia Seminary. He served for a year at Laclede Groves as a vicar/chaplain intern, where he received CPE training and experience ministering to the LSS staff and residents. Brad received a master’s degree from Lake Forest Graduate School of Management and worked for Western Printing Machinery Company for twelve years, eventually as Vice President of Business Development. Brad is married to Susan. They have a son, Benjamin, and a dog, Henry.
Volunteering:
Giving A Gift of Time
At Meridian Village, service-minded individuals find many opportunities to give of their time and talents. We match each volunteer with residents and their families depending upon skills, interests, and availability.
Volunteering can include any number of activities, including:
- + Clerical work
- + Assistance with resident activities
- + Support for special events and fundraisers
If you are interested in volunteering at Meridian Village, click here to email our volunteer coordinator.
Stewardship:
Giving a Gift of Treasure
Lutheran Senior Services is a not-for-profit organization that is built on financial stability and sound stewardship. We invite you to share our mission of serving seniors at Meridian Village by making a gift that will advance our Christian mission of honoring and cherishing those we serve. Your gift will be used to directly help people.
Make your legacy part of the Lutheran Senior Service legacy. Select a specific area for your gift or make a gift to the area of greatest need. You may give now, or contact our gift consultant for free and confidential advice about how your gift can help others.
Click here to make a donation online using our secure online system powered by E-Service.
For More Information, Call...
Director of Stewardship
ph 314.292.7546
Becky comes to Meridian Village with over 20 years of experience in Christian stewardship and planned giving with retirement communities. As we all live longer, the challenge to meet our personal and financial goals in serving self, family and others becomes more challenging. Becky can be a valuable resource in planning a gift that will benefit you today and others beyond your lifetime. Currently Becky is a member of the Board of Trustees for the St. Louis Planned Giving Council and co-chairs the Legacy Leadership Conference on Building Philanthropic Partnerships.
Giving Opportunities
Benevolent Care
Contributions to our Benevolent Care Fund endow future financial assistance for residents who have exhausted their financial resources and are no longer able to afford service at their care level.
Good Samaritan
Good Samaritan donors support residents who are currently in need of additional funding to maintain their present level of care.
Christ Care
Donations to the Christ Care Fund help provide relief for Lutheran Senior Services staff members who are experiencing emergency financial needs.
Christian Artwork
Donors to the Christian Artwork fund help to purchase inspirational decorations for LSS communities, helping create a feeling of home for our residents.
Clinical Pastoral Education
Funds donated to LSS' CPE program help support future ministry workers as they train for specialized ministries related to pastoral care, counseling, and/or older adult ministry.
Good Neighbor Program
Funds donated to the Good Neighbor Program help ensure that older adults who need access to low-cost, non-medical care in their own homes can be linked to independent caregivers.
Affordable Housing
Donations to LSS' Affordable Housing communities help provide housing and services for older adults with fewer economic resources.
Hospice Care
Giving to LSS Hospice Care helps patients and their families with items and services, that are beyond the scope of reimbursed care in order to increase their comfort and decrease their stress at the end of life.
Outreach Services
Donors to this LSS program ensure that economically-challenged older adults have access to social workers who can connect them to resources that maintain or improve their living situation through in-home assessment and/or on-going care management.
Pastoral Care
Supporting Pastoral Care aids the efforts of our specially trained chaplains. The Pastoral Care team provides comfort and spiritual guidance to our residents, families and staff.
Staff Scholarships
Donations to the staff scholarships assist with educational opportunities that keep staff throughout the Lutheran Senior Services organization current on the most advanced methods for caring for and supporting seniors.
Volunteer Money Management
Supporting Volunteer Money Management fosters independence for older adults by funding recruitment, training, and support for volunteers who assist seniors with day-to-day financial tasks such as balancing a checkbook or paying bills.
Area of Greatest Need
Your unrestricted gift will go directly to the area of greatest need.
Moving In
Making the move to a senior living community is an investment in your own peace of mind. Our health services counselor is always ready to help you explore your options.
Pricing
Costs for skilled nursing are assessed on a daily basis. For specific pricing, contact our health services counselor by calling 618.205.2126 or by email.
