L. David De Trempe

Dear Rich:
We celebrated our first anniversary on December 13, 2005 as residents of these fine facilities. Some families may have difficulties adjusting due to downsizing or other factors. This certainly has not been the case with us.

We would like to enumerate just a few reasons why very little adjustment to our living was experienced.

Let me start with our meeting(s) with you and the professionalism that was accorded us. Then continued contacts with Tom Nelson during the construction of the addition made us feel that any requests were considered and if appropriate were incorporated in the renovation, we were made to feel as we were playing a part in the construction and renovation. In addition the final closing was timed so that the proceeds from our previous house closing and thus tied in with our financial liquidly. Tom was on top of the construction and was always available as we had questions during the construction through our occupancy.

The sidewalk provided for Mary to use as a shortcut to the car was very beneficial and appreciated.

These are so many available facilities here an in our first year we have not utilized. We know that we will take advantage of these as time goes by. We have not eaten at the dining room as yet but we did enjoy the one picnic we attended (indoors due to rain). The other adjustment that we must make is to have the main meal at noon, so this year we have continued our habits of eating out several nights a week and utilizing our kitchen on the others. This too will change in the near future. I read the menu on the board when I pick up our mail and many of the entrees look enticing, and particularly that a choice of two entrees is available.

We cannot say enough how well your maintenance crew operates, John, Roy and Tad. They are very prompt in reacting to any problem that we might experience. They are on top of the problem and also friendly, smiling and correct the problem. (Mostly different attitudes than I experienced when we had to call contractors for any repairs). Now with winter, the snow arrives and they handle the snow removal and deicing early as necessary.

The housekeeping couple that services our home weekly and we appreciate their work and they are very pleasant and willing to perform any other small job which is most helpful due to Mary’s limitations. We also recognize that they do their job well, and always with a smile.

I have also taken advantage of the Nursing Center facility, having a problem that started Friday night and by Saturday, late afternoon, and with a firm suggestion from your Father, Mary called the nurse and explained the symptoms and within five minutes, the nurse Judy Horvath and an aide were here with a wheelchair. She determined my oxygen level was low and they wheeled me over to the N.C. and I received excellent care and attention. It certainly is a comfortable feeling to have such a facility available with such competent, willing and pleasant staff.

I want to mention the great service that we experienced with the forwarding of our mail to California from January to April. Both Nancy (mail room) and Shannon did an outstanding job. They forwarded our mail a week in Priority Mail envelopes. Every year prior to this our mail service was terrible, worrying about receiving bills timely and several times had to call CitiBank for the balance in order to pay in time.

Rich, this letter is quite lengthy, but could not condense and still express our experiences. The Buehler Home Facility, vision by Mrs. Buehler, built by your Grandfather and the Administration role continued under the auspices of your Dad and Uncle Jack who added the Town Houses and subsequent additions and improvements which involved you and now the huge responsibility rests on your shoulders. You are certainly handling this responsibility very well and credit for your leadership.

We consider ourselves that we have been provided with facilities, care and services that will be of the highest quality. This is a relief to us knowing that we will not be a worry or burden to any of our children when our quality of life should deteriorate. The Nursing Center is such as excellent facility and it is a comfort that we will have personal and professional care when needed.

Rich, to summarize, we thank you for the opportunity to be in our Town House that provides our needs without worrying. There were always problems and concerns about maintaining our previous home, as lovely as it was. The facilities are so well kept, clean, personnel catering to and concerned about the care and welfare of each and every resident. The Home with all their great attributes must be the “best kept secret in Peoria” or you would be overrun with people desiring acceptance.

We appreciate the smiles that we see on ALL of the Staff and their willingness to aid us.

We want to thank you and the entire staff for the peace of mind with no worries and assistance when needed.

Also we want to extend to you, your family and the entire staff a Most Merry Christmas and a Happy and Healthy New Year.

Elaine & Bill McHugh

As my wife and I approached our senior years of retirement we were not satisfied with the programs offered by nursing homes. We desired a retirement home with a total flexible transition through life, from private home to total care. Buehler Home offered this arrangement.

Initially, in our earlier years health care was not a factor, but as we aged it has become a major part of our life. The medical staff here at Buehler is very competent and compassionate. Medical facilities have grown to meet both the current needs and current health standards. If our medical condition requires hospitalization Buehler medical staff has the option of utilizing one of the three excellent hospitals in the local area. Medical service here at Buehler permitted us to cancel our expensive and questionable long-term insurance policies.

Dietary service is always a high priority requirement when you serve over two hundred residents. Each one a gourmet cook in their own kitchen. New government nutritional standards have been employed as the basis for our food menus, Buehler continues to explore and serve nutritional and tasteful meals.

Several other service groups provide services hidden from the public eye, they are housekeeping and Maintenance. Housekeeping is extensive in their duties and service, laundry of bedding, personal clothing, dining room linen, interior decorating, apartment cleaning, and seasonal decoration. All such service served with a smile. The maintenance department repairs or replaces the many and various mechanical and building systems. Buehler is run very efficiently.

Rosemary Crismore

I moved to Buehler mainly for peace of mind. I have complete freedom while knowing that any problem or anxiety I have is attended to. Buehler is definitely a home away from home. I have many new friends, more than I ever had, sharing time with me. They are all family living with me. Everyone makes me feel like I belong. I wish for anyone coming to Buehler the peace of mind that I have found.

Edna Schafer

I entered Buehler Home because I wanted security, companionship, health care, and no financial worries as I grew older. After checking other homes, it was easy to decide that Buehler had all these things and more to offer. I have been a resident for four years and have enjoyed a very happy life here. All I can say is “What’s not to like about life at Buehler Home?”

Margaret Pitchford

The reason I chose Buehler Home for my life care facility are many. For example the building is secured, that is very important to me. The health care center is available if needed. I have used it in the three years I have made my home at Buehler. There are activities both at the home and outside. The activity staff does a wonderful job of planning for us. The beautiful decorated building and grounds, the dining room with new tablecloths and napkins only add to the elegance.

Buehler Home is not perfect but it is as close as I could get to home. Everyone tries very hard to please us. I guess you can tell I am sold on Buehler Home.

Jeanne Anderson

I first became aware of the Buehler Home when my two aunts became residents. Seeing how much they enjoyed the many amenities available to them, it was an easy decision for my sister and myself to join them. Another sister and her husband plus a cousin and his wife soon followed.

I especially appreciate the friendly and caring staff. They make life very easy and enjoyable for all of us. What’s not to like about having your apartment cleaned and all of your meals served in a lovely dining room. Many activities are also planned each month. Last but not least is the security of knowing I’ll receive excellent nursing care if and when I need it. I’ve never once regretted my decision to live in what my 3 year old granddaughter calls “Grandmas Biiiig House.”

Evelyn K. Nolte

I had a sister and a sister-in-law who lived in the Buehler Home. I saw what a great place it was – such pleasant, efficient, caring employees and unbelievable amenities – three meals a day, weekly room cleaning, yearly house cleaning, laundry, varied activities, entertainment and a chance to meet new people. How could I go wrong! The very best thing is I know I will be taken care of for the rest of my life and will never be a burden to my children.

Helen Healy

Friends in my card groups introduced me to Buehler Home. One lady in my afternoon groups lived at Buehler. When she entertained I was always impressed by the beauty and elegance of my surroundings, but most of all I was impressed by the warmth of everyone – the residents, the employees, and the people in charge.

My husband and I belonged to another group that met for dinner and cards. What fun it was to go to Buehler when another friend of ours entertained. It was almost as great as entertaining at home and much less work.

When my husband died, I decided to spend the rest of my life at Buehler. It was one of the best decisions I have ever made. Now after living here six years I appreciate more and more my Buehler family – the residents, and the “always willing to help” employees. I’m well taken care of, I’m secure. I’m happy, and my family appreciates the good life I have here. I appreciate the fact that my family can have a good life, too and know that I am well cared for, secure and happy.

Floyd Lucas

Having no children of our own and no family in the immediate area, my wife and I felt that we needed a “life time care” facility. Buehler Home was a natural fit for us. Approximately 5 minutes from where we had lived most our married life and a few blocks from the Evergreen Square - Sheridan Village area.

We have the option of using the independent doctor or the facility doctor with unlimited access to the health care facility. It is nice to have “Instant Help” available at the touch of a button.

My wife likes the weekly housekeeping and the laundry availability.

H. Schlicksup

The reasons for our decision to move into Buehler Home was:

1. That we should plan on future needs because our family of seven daughters were all living and working out of town.
2. Buehler Home provided what we felt was best. Location: shopping, church, transportation, medical and nursing care, doctor on-site and nursing care available.
3. We knew a lot of the residents already there.
4. Our children felt our going into Buehler Home was a gift to them. They do not worry about us now.