Alzheimer's/Dementia/Memory Care

Today's Alzheimer's/Dementia/Memory care facilities or units are built to support the limitations of an individual afflicted with memory loss. Even though you might see a large building - the interior will be designed to accommodate a dignified lifestyle within a secure and supportive environment.

Life enrichment programs are designed to encourage and support each individual's uniqueness. Carefully selected familiar objects or art help the seniors recall past times. Music programs, exercise, hobbies and small pets are therapeutic for the senior with memory loss and are offered by most facilities.

Today's market offers good and appropriate care in large facilities with Memory Care units, in free standing buildings designed and built for Memory Care Needs and also in Adult Family Homes specializing in memory care.

After looking at the different styles and types of facilities and interviewing the staff - keep the individual you are representing in mind. Would he/she feel comfortable in that setting?