628 24th Street West • Dickinson, ND • 58601
Phone: 701.483.2266
Fax: 701.483.2269
Email: trivinius@chresidences.com
Dickinson is a small community in western North Dakota, rich in frontier history and traditional family values. Adjacent to Agemark's popular Evergreen assisted living and basic care residence, CountryHouse is located between a residential neighborhood and a small commercial business area.
With nearby shopping, banks and other services, it's the perfect setting for a home style Alzheimer's care alternative.
CountryHouse Dickinson is a charming residence with distinctive mission style, tasteful decor, a bright vaulted gathering room, large relaxing courtyard, and other attractive features.
More importantly, it's functional -- created specifically to meet the needs 
of those with progressive memory loss. The house is divided into two living areas, so residents feel part of a smaller, family size group. Security features are discrete, yet ensure safety. Halls and sidewalks allow residents to walk freely in circular pathways.
As different as it looks from any other care community, where CountryHouse really shines is in its people. Our staff understand the difference between caring about and giving care, and they're committed to infusing our unique philosophy into everything they do.
Our devoted staff provide:
- Gentle direction, through daily activities & structured programming
- "Moments of Joy", by helping residents find simple pleasures and recall pleasant times in their life
- A loving atmosphere, in the respectful & soothing manner in which all residents are treated
All staff participate in activities, including many special events throughout the year. Holidays and seasonal changes provide opportunities for residents to create ornaments, make jam, or celebrate with music.
There are trips to the country and other area attractions. And in any given week it's not unusual for a group of staff and residents to go out for lunch together or just to get an ice cream cone.
School groups are also integrated into the activity program. From pre-schoolers to college students, everyone benefits from the experience.
In many ways, Alzheimer's is harder on the family than it is on the one afflicted. It's heartbreaking to watch the disease progress; it's difficult for roles to change, and to become a stranger to someone you love.
We understand that families often want to care for their loved one themselves, and may feel guilty if career, children or environment makes home care an untenable or unsafe solution.
That's why CountryHouse serves the family as well as the resident. We offer educational programs and resources, special seasonal events, and monthly support group meetings.
And by letting CountryHouse take care of the day-to-day details, families are free to focus on spending more quality time -- just talking, walking or laughing together.
Instead of replacing the family's role as caregiver, we become their partner in care.
