Wesley Glen Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

When was Wesley Glen established?

Parent Company and not-for-profiit organization, Methodist ElderCare Services, has operated Wesley Glen since 1969. The Virginia Gay Home was built in the 1930's and was a retirement home for school teachers (open file attachment at right to view Virginia Gay building in 1948).

What are the benefits of living in an accredited community?

Residents and their families can feel even more confident in Wesley Glen’s quality because it has earned accreditation by a recognized authority on retirement housing quality.

EAGLE accreditation comes from the United Methodist Association of Health and Welfare Ministries.

This accreditation indicates Wesley Glen has volunteered to undergo a rigorous process to measure its quality and integrity. The resulting accreditation is widely regarded as “a seal of approval.”

Do I have to pay an Entrance Fee when moving into Wesley Glen?

Wesley Glen has both an Entrance Fee with a Monthly Fee or a Monthly Fee Only payment plan. Both plans provide life care with the Entrance Fee providing discounted health care rates once the resident needs additional care.

Do you have to be Methodist to live at Wesley Glen?

No! Wesley Glen is affiliated with Methodist ElderCare Services, but that does not restrict our community to only Methodist residents. A variety of denominations are represented among the residents. Typically, only 42 - 48% of residents are Methodist.

What are the benefits of living in a CCRC?

Wesley Glen was developed specifically for seniors with residential and health care options, and provides a variety of benefits, services and amenities. By moving to a CCRC, residents are deciding their own destiny. They decide, while in the prime of life, who will take care of them if and when health needs arise, as well benefits from the socialization, safety and conveniences available in a CCRC.

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Alzheimer Education and Support

Anyone in the outside community, family members from Wesley Glen, and especially those who are caregivers to a family member or friend are invited to the Special Care Support Group that meets at Wesley Glen.

The meeting takes place in the conference room on the second Saturday of every month from 10:30 am to 11:30 am.

A variety of speakers from Hospice, Elder Care Attorneys and the Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging come to do presentations or group discussions are held on a topic of interest.

You may RSVP for the support group meeting by going to the Wesley Glen calendar and click on the calendar listing for support group.

For more information contact
Lauren Croman at 396-4900.