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A Secure Setting

Our purpose-built environments help promote independence and make the community more comfortable for our residents.

  • You and your loved one can have peace of mind knowing we have trained staff on-site 24 hours a day, seven days a week. 
  • We also have an emergency call system that can alert a staff member if your loved one has an emergent need. 
  • Our community allows for “sheltered freedom,” with an enclosed outdoor courtyard where your loved one can securely explore their surroundings and preserve their independence.
A Warm and Welcoming Atmosphere

A familiar and comforting place—that’s home.

  • Our apartments have plenty of natural window light, and some even have a courtyard view. 
  • Choose from several floor plan options, where each apartment has a private bathroom. 
  • We help families make our residents’ apartments familiar and comfortable with a move-in guide and a suggested list of what to bring.
Consistent Care Assignments

Your family member can experience authentic relationships with their caregivers.

  • Residents will feel well-known through our consistent assignment of the same caregivers to the same resident whenever possible. 
  • Person-centered partnerships, knowing your loved one and listening to their voices and choices enable our team to problem-solve behavioral expressions that may arise due to dementia symptoms.
Enriching Activities

Part of our memory care program involves a structured set of programs that challenge and stimulate your loved one but remain failure-free.

  • Our care associates gently guide your family member through at least six activities each day, including morning mental workouts, fitness classes and music programs.
  • Activities include the baking club, patio socials and crafting. 
  • We carefully design each activity to support meaningful experiences.

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Personalized Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care

Our team takes the time to get to know each and every memory care resident in the community, offering gentle guidance and reminders throughout the day as they encourage your family member to maintain as much independence as possible. While the activities of the day vary, your loved one will regularly experience moments of joy, success and a deep sense of belonging within our caring community. Whether it’s our Crossings program for early to early-moderate stages of dementia, our signature Clare Bridge program for mid to late stages of dementia, or our Solace program for the advanced stages of dementia, we have purposeful programs to meet your loved one’s needs.


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Common Questions About Memory Care

Assisted living communities are designed for seniors who are relatively independent, but they need some assistance with daily tasks, like bathing, dressing and managing medication. Assisted living is ideal for those who are looking to make the most of their retirement by living closer to other people in the same stage of life, while getting access to quality care, great onsite amenities, and interesting activities happening at the community.

 

Memory care communities are specifically designed for seniors living with Alzheimer's or dementia. They feature safe and secure environments where staff can closely monitor the health of the residents. You'll also find programs, activities, and events that are designed to help memory care residents work on their cognitive abilities, while also getting to enjoy passions and hobbies. Staff typically are specially trained to provide the quality care needed for seniors with memory loss.

Memory care features can vary from location to location. Sometimes they are stand-alone communities, and sometimes they are part of a larger community with more levels of care. They often include safety features like emergency alert systems, enclosed courtyards and keypad entry; personalized programming; easy-to-navigate features like color-coded hallways and spacious hallways; and accommodations for seniors in both the early and late stages of dementia.

As much as we wish there was a cure for Alzheimer’s, the best thing a memory care community can do is provide opportunities for your loved one to maintain or experience improvement in their current skills. Research has shown that living in a community can reduce the amount of medication a resident needs, increase their overall health and wellness with proper nutrition and exercise, and provide increased social interaction that leads to lower levels of depression and isolation.

The cost of memory care depends on several different factors, including location, floor plan and how much care your loved one needs. The good news is that our residents only pay for the services they actually need. 

This is one of those tricky questions that only you can answer. It’s important to do your research before coming to a final decision. But we can tell you that as the disease progresses, the amount of time, energy and resources required to provide quality care will increase. This often creates more stress for the caregiver and could compromise the otherwise high quality of life your loved one could enjoy in a memory care community.

Our communities incorporate several features to help keep your loved one safe, like including emergency alert systems in each apartment. The majority of our communities also have enclosed outdoor courtyards so residents can explore in a secure environment.

Many caregivers think that a private suite is always the better option for their loved one, but research has shown the value of companionship for seniors living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Sharing an apartment with a roommate can sometimes give residents a greater sense of purpose and lead to deep and lasting friendships. Companion suites can also be more budget-friendly!

Most memory care communities provide educational materials and outreach for families exploring senior living options, but you still need to do your research. Consider what specific items are on your wish list, taking into consideration your loved one’s individual needs and any activities, treatments or accommodations that you believe is important. For more information on finding the right memory care community, visit our Find the Right Memory Care Community page.

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