Living in a memory care community designed for people with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia offers several benefits over staying at home, especially as the disease progresses. The MacLean House at Caledonia Senior Living & Memory Care offers some key advantages that are outlined below:
Specialized Care and Safety
- Trained Staff: Our caregivers are trained specifically to support those with Alzheimer’s, including managing behaviors, providing cognitive stimulation, and handling emergencies.
- 24/7 Supervision: We always have staff available at The MacLean House which helps reduce the risk of wandering, falls, or missed medications.
- Secure Environment: The MacLean House is designed to prevent accidents and provide a safe space, with locked doors and monitored exits to prevent wandering.
Social Interaction and Community
- Companionship: Being around others with similar experiences can help reduce feelings of isolation, anxiety, and depression.
- Sense of Belonging: Residents can find comfort in being part of a group where others understand the challenges they face.
- Programs and Activities: Memory care communities offer structured, dementia-friendly activities that promote engagement and cognitive function. We offer Cycling Without Age and other programs for our residents to stay active and engaged.
- Events & Outings: Residents at our community can attend social outings, like our Annual Picnic, Holiday Parties, as well as community outings.
Reduced Family Stress
- Peace of Mind: Family members can feel confident their loved one is safe and well cared for.
- Focus on Relationship, Not Caregiving: Community living allows families to enjoy quality time rather than being overwhelmed by caregiving responsibilities.
Access to Resources
- Medical Monitoring: Regular health assessments help catch issues early.
- Cognitive Programs: Activities designed to slow cognitive decline and maintain skills.
- Family Support: Our resident’s families come to know each other and the other residents, often share tips and advice with each other as they go through this journey.
We invite family members and prospective residents to tour the MacLean House at Caledonia Senior Living & Memory Care before a crisis hits. Here you can see how our small, boutique memory care community is structured to feel like a home with the benefits of community living.
For more information, please call 708-447-5092.