Regency Retirement Village... Senior Living at its Best
5001 Old Montgomery Highway, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
This lovely community offers Independent and Assisted Living Apartments as well as the Remembrance Village - A Secure Memory Care Area
A variety of daily activities including exercise, fitness, educational, religious, recreational and social, as well as day trips and other local events
Access to dining room, activity rooms, beauty/barber shop, coffee shop and library, arts and crafts room, exercise and fitness equipment, and chapel
Scheduled transportation to local activities, shopping, and medical appointments
24 hour staff available for residents' convenience and in case of emergency
Our exclusive Meaningful Moments training enables our caring and highly trained staff to learn about our memory care residents' lives before the effects of dementia started to develop
On-Site Medical and Therapy Services Available
24-hour professional health and wellness team
Personalized care services such as showering or bathing assistance, grooming, and dressing, continence management and more!
Promoting physical exercise, stimulating mental activity, and helping to maintain social and religious contacts
Elite Nursing & Rehabilitation Center has a full continuum of health care on site, including Retirement or Independent Living, Independent Plus, Assisted Living, Vintage Club Specialized Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing Care, ActivCare Residential Alzheimer's Care, and Royal Club.
Physicians clinic on-site, Harbin Pharmacy, a barber/beauty shop, Regions bank, convenience store, postal service, library, furnished lounges, private dining room, sun terrace and recreational facilities.
Easy access to shopping malls, churches, restaurants and grocery stores, as well to activities in the community.
Spectacular selection of ongoing activities, ranging from exercise classes, musical programs and trips around Birmingham
Our affordable monthly fee also includes amenities that free you to pursue other interests.
Our Mission at St. Martin's in the Pines is to serve God through a ministry that provides a continuum of care and quality of life to aging individuals and their families.
4941 Montevallo Road, Birmingham, AL 35210
Full kitchen with stove and refrigerator
Individually controlled heating and air conditioning
Nutritious, well-balanced meals served daily
Scheduled group transportation to shopping, dining out, and special events
24-hour electronic security and night-time guard service
Warm and pleasant living areas, including an ice cream parlor
Private studios or companion suites, with wall-to-wall carpeting & climate controls
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HarborChase of Jasper
All the comforts of home and more
2100 Viking Drive, Jasper, AL 35501
Private suites and baths
Home cooked meals and snacks
Regular visits by Licensed Nurses
Housekeeping, laundry and linen service
Activities and social events
Brookdale University Park
Alabama Senior Living at its Finest
400 University Park Drive, Birmingham, AL 35209
Studio, one bedroom and two bedroom floor plans available
Individually controlled heating and air conditioning
Emergency Call System
Wall to wall carpeting
Window coverings
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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