Discover Exceptional Memory Care at Addington Place of Collinsville
From the first sign of forgetfulness to the devastating formal diagnosis, seeing a loved one with dementia can feel like a rollercoaster. It might seem hard to know where to turn to give your relative the care and support they need.
It's why specialist memory care services were introduced.
They support dementia patients and their families using a combination of experience and compassion. Find out more about the Addington Place of Collinsville memory care community here.
What Is Memory Care at the Collinsville Senior Living Community?
Memory care is a specialist service. It's there for seniors with progressive memory diseases, such as dementia or Alzheimer's.
More standard assisted living typically focuses on helping seniors with practical tasks like housekeeping. In contrast, memory care offers more structured and comprehensive support.
That's because those with progressive memory issues need extra help with some basic tasks like getting dressed.
They also need a strict routine and safe, accessible, and secure surroundings. Memory care also uses specially trained staff with experience and knowledge of these diseases.
They can look after a senior compassionately and patiently. They will also prioritize that person's long-term health. Sometimes, that could mean contacting healthcare professionals.
Memory Care and Personalized Care Plans
One of the standout features of an excellent memory service for seniors is the commitment to a personalized care plan. We offer that at Addington Place Of Collinsville.
Tailored support built around each patient's unique needs helps deliver the highest-quality care.
A personalized care plan starts with a comprehensive assessment of that person's medical history, personal preferences, and cognitive issues.
With that information, a caregiver can adapt the services and environment to best help a patient. For example, some patients might benefit from therapeutic activities like art classes, and that's something a team can arrange.
Another example is the daily support offered. Those with more severe cognitive decline might need help eating, bathing, and dressing.
At the same time, those in the early stages of the disease may still have that independence. By tailoring personal care, patients can get the right balance between feeling empowered and getting safe and consistent help where needed.
What to Expect at Addington Place of Collinsville
Every patient will have a slightly different day at Addington Place Of Collinsville.
However, you will spot some similarities. For example, each patient will have a structured routine, which will help alleviate any stress or worry a dementia patient may have about organizing their time.
That could include gentle morning exercise and a nutritious breakfast. Mornings could also be spent in the beautiful outdoor surroundings of the community, followed by lunch prepared by our expert team.
Perhaps afternoons could be spent in a craft-making class or other social activity.
During the day, the care team will be on hand to support the patient with feeding, dressing, or walking around the building, depending on what's required in their care plan.
Staff Expertise
All care staff at Addington Place of Collinsville have experience and training. Nevertheless, due to the uniqueness of some patient symptoms, there is more specialist training and qualifications for those caring for our memory care patients.
Staff must understand the complexities of memory disorders and some of the likely symptoms that could appear. That helps the team address challenges, such as behavioral issues.
Continuous training ensures the team is continually updated with the latest research and techniques.
That allows us to provide the best care. While memory issues may not be reversible, a holistic and expert approach can help alleviate symptoms and ensure the patient's quality of life.
Addington Place Amenities and Activities
Cognitive stimulation can control some memory disease symptoms. It can also give patients more opportunities to have rich and fulfilling lives in the senior care community.
That's why our elderly care services include a range of activities and programs to keep seniors physically and mentally active.
These can match the interests and passions of each resident. That could be music therapy, helping to ignite memories. Or it could be a regular art session to help maintain fine motor skills.
Puzzles are great for strengthening mental agility. Sensory gardens and outdoor walks are another excellent form of therapy for those with memory issues. They help improve mental and emotional well-being.
Family Support in Memory Care Communities
One of the important features of high-quality dementia care is the involvement of families. They can make a difference in the patient's well-being, and that's something we understand at Addington Place of Collinsville.
That starts with an initial meeting to help gather as much information about the resident as possible,e plus regular update meetings. Sometimes, an educational meeting or chat can also be worthwhile.
It will help guide families on how to converse with dementia patients and what to expect from this progressive disease. Sometimes, that might be an emotional support to help deal with some of the challenges of seeing a loved one decline.
Safety and Security in Memory Care Environments
Once a person is showing symptoms of an issue like dementia, risks begin to emerge. That person could forget that they left the stove on. Or they might wander and become confused and lost.
They are at more risk of falls on stairs and steps if they forget about the layout of their environment.
That's why our memory care building is designed with safety and security in mind. Knowing loved ones won't face everyday hazards that could lead to an accident or injury can help put relatives at ease.
That might include alarm systems and surveillance. Exits and entrances are managed, monitored, and locked. The living environment is designed to ease navigation and familiarity.
Addington Place of Collinsville Memory Care
An excellent care community for dementia patients requires a lot of thought and planning.
At Addington Place of Collinsville memory care community, we put our residents first, ensuring a comprehensive service that helps improve each individual's well-being.
See for yourself the wondering and caring environment we have established at Addington Place of Collinsville. You can book a tour of our community by heading here.