Caring for family members with memory loss can become exhausting and overwhelming. But the alternative is often heartbreaking, because few people want to move loved one’s into institutions. Many families have solved this difficult problem with the help of the compassionate caregivers at a Ridgewood Retirement Community. These professionals provide peace of mind for families and quality care for seniors, with solutions that include:
* CUSTOM CARE: Trained caregivers determine how much attention and care each resident needs. They design a plan that allows seniors as much dignity and privacy as possible, but still meets all of their needs. Residents have access to 24/7 help, and can get assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, and other tasks when they need to. Residents are offered choices, to provide more freedom. Caregivers are trained to work with patients who suffer from dementia, Alzheimer’s, and other memory loss issues.
* MEMORY CARE SUITES: Seniors live in comfortable suites designed to provide the best possible quality of life. Units include private bathrooms, window dressings, sprinklers, and fire detectors. They also offer television, Internet, and phone connections in bedrooms and living rooms. Suite rentals include all utilities. Family members who wish to view examples of the accommodations and grounds can see examples at the community’s website, Ridgewoodretirementcommunity.com. Housing is located on beautifully maintained grounds, and designed to promote well-being and serenity.
* AMENITIES: Ridgewood’s memory loss, Alzheimer’s and
* Dementia Care
* services include weekly housekeeping and laundry, daily bed making, and 24/7 access to staff. Seniors can get help with bathing or showering, dressing and undressing, and even cueing and reminders. In addition, trained caregivers will arrange individual and group activities designed for each individual. Memory care also provides nurse coordination of laboratory requests, and the administration of medications. Housing includes secure doors, to ensure the safety of residents. Memory loss, Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care residents are provided with three nourishing, chef-prepared meals a day, and snacks if they want them.
The compassionate caregivers at a Ridgewood Retirement Community are trained to help seniors with memory loss. The communities provide comfortable suites, customized care, chef-prepared meals, and amenities designed to enrich residents’ lives and preserve their dignity.
