While it is difficult to select an assisted
living community for a parent or loved one, it is even harder to decide on
memory care for a person suffering from Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. However, there are a few things you should
know that will help to make your decision easier before you move your parent or
loved one into a community.
To start with, it is important to
visit the communities you are interested in at least once before you make a
decision as you will want to see firsthand what the place looks and feels like
and not just rely on their advertisements. When looking for the best memory care, it is important
to know if the community is equipped to handle residents in the early stages of
the disease as well as in the most advanced stages. Furthermore, ask if your loved one will have
a written care plan, and what methods are used to assess each resident and how
often are they updated.
Other questions that are important to
know include the level of care a resident will receive at the community. Is there assistance with daily personal care
and, if needed, will your parent receive help with meals? You will also want to know if the lay-out of
the facility is specifically designed to accommodate those with memory loss as
well as offer secure outdoor spaces.
Does the community provide recreational and purposeful activities such
as music, life skills, art, entertainment and physical exercise? Most importantly does the staff appear to be
compassionate and caring as well as knowledgeable about the disease?
If this sounds like something you want
for your parent or loved one, we encourage you to take a look at MorningStar Senior Living of Sparks. Our community has 32 secure suites devoted to
the care of those with Alzheimer’s and other dementia related diseases. We leverage the power of music, dance, art,
aromatherapy, and animals to heal and comfort residents, while taking into
consideration the uniqueness of each person.
MorningStar of Sparks’ unique mission
statement “to honor, to serve, to invest” sets us apart from other senior
communities. Committed to creating a
true home for residents within a gorgeous setting, our foundation is built on
honoring God, valuing our seniors and hiring staff with a felt calling to
serve. We invite you to schedule a visit
to learn more about our exceptional senior living.
Source:
caring.com/articles/checklist-choosing-memory-care-facility
