Memory care is specialized care for those with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. Retirement communities often include memory care programs, which provide secure environments where team members can monitor residents’ health. Memory care programs also include activities, events, and programs designed to help residents exercise their cognitive abilities while getting to take part in the hobbies and passions they love. In such programs, team members are specially trained to provide professional and quality care for those with memory-related diagnoses.
Why Memory Care?
Your loved one does not have to sacrifice their quality of life just because they are experiencing memory loss. In a memory care program, residents can spend their days surrounded by peers and a team that knows them well. They will become part of an environment that allows them to feel a sense of community and purpose, and take part in daily activities that keep them engaged. Below, we list some of the ways that memory care programs can benefit their residents.
Security
Many memory care communities keep their settings secure. Courtyards are spacious yet enclosed so that residents can explore while still remaining within the safety of the community. Exterior doors are also typically secured throughout the day, while doorbells at entrances and exits can help monitor who enters or leaves the building.
Quality Service
Your loved one deserves to live in a place where they are well cared for. At a memory care community, team members help handle chores such as housekeeping and laundry, while also providing support throughout the day. Whether your loved one needs help with medication, bathing, during mealtimes, and more, a dedicated team will ensure that they have the care that they need. Dining services at memory care communities also cater to their residents’ needs through personalized assistance provided during mealtimes and dementia-friendly menus.
A Community Environment
The best memory care communities feature apartments that both feel and function like private homes. This helps residents feel more comfortable when they make the shift to their new community. Floor plans are easy to navigate, communal areas allow residents to easily participate in activities, and the décor is warm and welcoming.
Rich Relationships
The best memory care communities understand the importance of building rich and meaningful relationships, whether that is between residents, or between residents and team members. Care is personalized so that it caters to an individual’s diverse needs. The goal is to get to know each individual on their own terms and incorporate their needs and wants into a care plan.
Consistent Care
An ideal memory care community invests in its team. Team members are offered both initial and regular training that keeps them well-versed on the very latest in dementia care techniques. Care assignments are provided on a consistent basis, which helps encourage familiarity between team members and residents.
Engaging Activities
Memory care programs offer a robust and rich social calendar that will keep your loved one active and engaged. A daily structure offers residents a sense of routine while enjoyable activities keep life dynamic and spontaneous. Memory loss does not mean that your loved one has to experience a staid life devoid of adventure. To find out more about our memory care program, contact us today.
