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Memory Care: What Is It and How Does It Work?

by SEO TagLine / Thursday, 11 May 2023 / Published in Assisted Living

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Memory care facilities remain popular for individuals suffering from memory loss. These facilities work with residents to help encourage their memory while providing other assistance. Activities and therapies are carefully selected to help improve memory.

Who Is Memory Care For?

A memory care facility is ideal for anyone with memory loss. According to ALZ, approximately 64% of people aged 65 or older in nursing homes have a form of dementia or Alzheimer’s, both of which cause memory loss. Memory care facilities address the special needs of these patients. Many are designed for patients who can complete most daily tasks independently but often forget things. However, specialized facilities are also available for patients whose dementia has progressed to the later stages.

What Is Memory Care?

A memory care facility is a residential facility that provides specialized care to individuals experiencing memory loss. For example, individuals with dementia are prone to wandering off. Memory care facilities consider this and will check in more often on loved ones to ensure their safety. Memory care also encompasses several different therapies designed to help improve cognitive function, such as pet therapy and music therapy.

How Does Memory Care Work?

Memory care involves several things to ensure that residents are properly taken care of and to help improve cognitive functioning. Often, a memory care facility will post schedules and help residents develop more structure regarding personal care habits. Memory care takes things further than ensuring residents are cared for regarding daily activities. It includes therapies and activities that keep people engaged, including cognitively engaged. For example, knitting, going on Google Earth adventures, and special therapies. These activities and therapies help slow the progression of the disease.

What Are Memory Care Facilities Like?

Every facility is different. Some offer residential neighborhoods, allowing residents to enjoy their own houses and offering community activities. These are designed for residents that are in the very early stages of dementia and are still able to care for themselves. Other facilities offer private or semi-private rooms or apartments for residents. These are more common, providing residents with privacy while ensuring that staff can closely monitor them. If you’re curious about our facility, contact us today to learn more.

For more information about our memory care, contact VIA Elegante Assisted Living today! We will answer all of your questions and help you get your loved ones cared for.

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