80 apartments for assisted living and 26 apartments in Wellspring Village, a specialized neighborhood for residents living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia
Chef-prepared meals at breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Community spaces designed specifically for assisted living needs
Multi-purpose area for entertainment, presentations, and gatherings
Well-stocked library, Exercise and Physical Therapy room, Full-service beauty/barber shop, Office space for visiting physician
Different floor plans available to fit everyones needs
Our personalized assessment evaluates your individual needs and preferences. Then we customize a service plan to meet those needs and preferences. Your personalized plan is based upon the amount of time it takes to provide quality services. Therefore, you only pay for what you need and want.
Wynwood offers nutritious, restaurant-style meals served by our trained wait staff, and our chefs are masters at creating traditional meal favorites plus a selection of fresh, flavorful dishes using low-sodium, heart-healthy cooking techniques.
Our manicured grounds and walking paths offer a great place to keep fit or take a leisurely stroll.
Complete with a cozy fireplace, our family room is a great place to visit with friends and/or entertain family.
Gracious accommodations with a variety of floor plans
Up to three delicious, well-balanced meals served daily featuring a variety of menu choices with snacks available throughout the day
Trained staff available 24 hours a day
Monthly wellness visits by a licensed on-staff nurse
Weekly housekeeping and daily trash removal
Other Memory Care Communities in the Basking Ridge Area
Brandywine Living at Mountain Ridge
Life is Beautiful
680 Mountain Blvd, Watchung, NJ 07069
Private suite with bath
All-Day Dining
Gorgeous courtyards
Fitness Center/Game Room/Beauty Salon/Media Room
Comprehensive social, cultural, and recreational activities (Escapades...for Life!)
Brandywine Living at Middlebrook Crossing
Life is Beautiful
2005 Route 22 West, Bridgewater, NJ 08807
Private suite with bath and safety & emergency response systems
Comprehensive social, cultural, and recreational activities (Escapades...for Life!)
Gorgeous courtyards & beautiful common areas
Beauty Salon & Private Dining Room
Horticulture Room
What is Dementia, Alzheimer’s, & Memory Care?
Memory Care is a long-term residential care option in senior housing that provides specialized, around-the-clock care to older adults living with all types of dementia. Memory Care, also referred to as Alzheimer’s Care or Dementia Care, may become necessary once cognitive disorders reach a stage that makes living at home or receiving care at home too difficult. It’s common to find a Memory Care unit within an Assisted Living community, often in a specialized building or neighborhood. Memory Care housing may also be found in a Continuing Care Retirement Community, a Skilled Nursing Facility, Nursing Home or as a standalone entity or community.
Dementia vs Alzheimer’s
Dementia is a broad term applied to a group of symptoms related to a decline in mental function that is severe enough to interfere with daily living. Huntington’s disease, Parkinson’s disease and traumatic brain injuries are all linked to dementia. Alzheimer’s is a specific brain disorder, and the most common form of dementia, that destroys memory and cognitive skills over time. Both dementia and Alzheimer’s may result in memory loss, mood swings, speech impairment, confusion/hallucinations and incontinence.
When Might Memory Care be Necessary?
It may be time to look into a memory care community if you’re concerned for your loved one’s health and safety due to one or more of the following issues:
Wandering from home or getting lost on familiar routes
Forgetting to turn off stoves or other appliances
Changes in personality, such as aggression or hostility
Misplacing items and forgetting important dates and names
Incoherent thoughts and speech
Impaired judgment
Physical changes, including weight loss, poor hygiene and falls or unexplained bruises
Unpaid bills, insufficient or spoiled food in the home, pets and/or housekeeping are neglected
Changes in health and behavior that are beyond your family’s ability to manage
What is the Difference between Memory Care and Assisted Living?
Memory Care and Assisted Living communities both providing housing, meals, and assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), such as bathing, dressing, toileting and walking. However, Memory Care communities offer additional features that are specifically designed to help residents with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, in the following areas:
Safety: Memory Care communities typically have locked entrances and exits with keypad codes, door alarms and enclosed outdoor spaces. Staff will also escort residents to and from meals and activities.
Layout: Soothing spaces, color-coded walls and common rooms clearly marked with pictures to help reduce confusion.
Activities: While both Assisted Living and Memory Care communities both offer activities that encourage socialization, Memory Care communities often include therapies and exercises that help maintain cognitive skills and increase relaxation, such as occupational, art or music therapies. They also have predictable schedules and follow set routines.
Staff and Training: The staff in a Memory Care community are trained to manage wandering, and to redirect behaviors common to dementia, such as agitation, confusion, aggression and anxiety. There is 24/7 care, a higher staff-resident ratio and personalized care plans.
A Memory Care community can offer your loved one more independence, engagement, safety and specialized support, along with peace of mind for you. Begin your search for a Memory Care community using our US map above. Our search results include facility pictures, descriptions, floor plans and pricing where available.
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