Memory Care

Each of our memory care residents is unique—so is our approach to making sure all their needs are met. By connecting with family members, our goal is to understand your loved one’s personal circumstances including all aspects of their physical, mental, and emotional health. Together, we can create an honorable and professional plan to ensure life at Bonaventure is lived to the fullest.

Memory Care As It Should Be

Celebrating the Past to Create a Vibrant Present

At Bonaventure, we understand that watching a loved one experience any form of memory loss can be difficult, and making the decision to transition your loved one into a memory care facility can come with many emotions. We believe that no one should have to walk through that journey alone, which is why our compassionate caregivers are committed to providing personalized care and support for you and your loved one at every step along the way. After learning our residents’ histories and becoming familiar with what’s truly important to them, it’s then our staff’s mission to incorporate cherished memories and valued tokens into their daily life. We want to create a dignified environment that celebrates the amazing things that your loved one has accomplished—things that shouldn’t be forgotten. Reflecting on these key moments is not only therapeutic for our residents, but for their families too.

Our memory care services go above and beyond what’s offered by a standard assisted living facility. We provide the personal care and secure environment that those living Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia need to live their highest quality of life. In addition to nutritious meals, convenient amenities, and group activities enjoyed by all of our residents at Bonaventure’s senior living communities, our memory care residents can enjoy unique daily activities—such as music therapy and animal therapy—carefully designed for those living with memory loss.

Life at Bonaventure

Creating A Place that Feels Like Home

Our communities are thoughtfully designed to promote days filled with purpose and laughter. Open courtyards energize the spirit and are ideal for visiting with family and friends. And our private suites make residents feel safe and secure. We strive to make our memory care communities welcoming, comfortable, and just like home—allowing our residents to make the most of each and every day.

Special Memory Care Units

At Bonaventure, our communities have special memory care units specifically designed to support the needs of our residents with Alzheimer’s and other forms of memory loss. We understand how important it is that your loved one feels safe and secure in their home, so we encourage family members to help our residents decorate their new space with familiar surroundings. Many of our communities throughout the United States offer both private and shared memory care suites with a number of square footage options to choose from.

Nourishing the Mind and Body

We take a personal and modern approach to memory care, because each person is different and deserves the latest and greatest techniques and practices to ensure their comfort and happiness. From exercises with cognitive and physical activities to “reminiscing therapy” and even aromatherapy, there’s a way to take health-improving steps forward regardless of physical ability. And if your family has a preferred practitioner, we’d be happy to cooperate in any way we can.

Our Compassionate Staff

To provide the best memory care possible, our handpicked personnel receive ongoing education in order to better support those who suffer from memory loss, and their loved ones. It’s our goal to prove that life-affirming experiences can still be pursued in the comfort of Bonaventure’s senior living communities.

Our Special Memory Care Activities

As a part of our goal to nourish the minds and bodies of every guest in our memory care program, we have structured a variety of activities and services examples to bring both health and entertainment. Some examples include:

* Transportation services when available.

Reminiscing Therapy

Reminiscing therapy is a great way to help reduce the stress and pressure that some of our guests with dementia can begin feeling in the early stages of their diagnoses. When daily tasks are hard and remembering specifics can be difficult, reminiscing therapy gives them the chance to relax and simply enjoy looking through photographs that can stir up positive emotions regarding the life they’ve lived. Looking through photographs and mementos might even be able to spark their memory of special moments.

Special Entertainment and Performances

One of the favorite pastimes of our Alzheimer’s and dementia patients is entertaining performances from singers, piano players, school choirs and bands, and more. Making sure our residents get to go out and enjoy new activities and experiences as often as possible is important to us and them.

Art Therapy for Memory Care

Art therapy gives our memory care guests the opportunity to express themselves through creative coloring, beading, paper crafts, and jigsaw puzzles. Not only can these activities help those with dementia feel accomplished and stimulated, but it has also shown to improve multiple cognitive functions like triggering memories and encouraging conversation.

Aromatherapy for Dementia

Aromatherapy has been a powerful technique of treating a list of ailments from headaches to problems falling asleep. The practice also has positive effects on managing the side effects of dementia and Alzheimer’s. From reducing anxiety to relieving depression, aromatherapy is one of the services that we provide to our memory care guests to help bring them feelings of relaxation and rejuvenation.

Animal Therapy

For seniors with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, animal therapy provides a significant boost in mood and stress reduction. Our guests love having the opportunity to interact with animals, and it gives us the opportunity to create another element in our facilities that feels a little more like home.

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Last month, we discussed Assisted Living and how you know whether it’s right for you or your loved one. This month, we continue the three-part series with a discussion on Memory Care. Last time, we talked about how difficult the transition into a community can be. But here at Bonaventure Senior Living, it is our mission to provide an exceptional senior lifestyle through a dedicated and compassionate team, innovative communities and enriched services that promote dignity, choice and independence. As always, we want to eliminate confusion, simplify processes and help you discover the Retirement Perfected™ lifestyle best suited to your wants and needs.

Why Memory Care?

Memory Care is a special type of retirement living, and we offer Memory Care one moment at a time. We know that your primary concern is keeping your parent or loved one safe and healthy. Doing so means keeping a close eye on their everyday lives to ensure that they’re capable of living independently. For some of us, the time comes when we need specialized care and attention due to memory loss and all the difficulties inherent to it. It can be tough to identify when your loved one may need an Assisted Living Community with Memory Care, but there are signs that may indicate to that it’s time to make a change for the better.

Frequently getting lost. If your parent tends to get lost when driving or walking, you should speak with them about Memory Care. The Memory Care Community at Bonaventure Senior Living is kept separate and secure in order to prevent the residents from getting lost or wandering off, which is a common sign seen in someone with dementia or Alzheimer’s. That being said, the Memory Care program does not isolate seniors. In fact, Bonaventure offers specialized programs and activities that are designed to stimulate the minds and bodies of those with dementia or Alzheimer’s so that they can continue to have an enjoyable and fulfilling life. The surroundings of Bonaventure’s Memory Care Communities are designed to assist seniors with navigation and keep them as anxiety-free as possible.
Forgetting everyday activities. If your loved one is having trouble remembering when to eat, when to take meds, how to bathe properly or how to put clothes on, you should take it as a sign that he or she may be ready for more help. You don’t want to have to worry that they’re forgetting to complete essential everyday tasks. With Memory Care, you can have peace-of-mind knowing that your loved one is getting the assistance and care needed to stay happy and healthy.
Personal health is being compromised. If you’re the caregiver for your parent or loved one, you know how much time and energy goes into making sure that they’re healthy. If you find that your own health is being compromised, placing your loved one in a Memory Care Community may be a good option for you as well. This way, you know that your loved one is properly looked after, while affording you the time and energy to care for yourself as well, which is equally important.
Confusion when communicating. When you talk to your parent or loved one, do you notice that they have a difficult time speaking or carrying a conversation? Confusion while talking or difficulty speaking can be signs that your loved one is ready to make the move to Memory Care. Talking to your loved one and their doctor(s) is the best way to decide if Memory Care is the appropriate next step.

The Bonaventure Difference

The difference by Bonaventure Senior Living is a special combination of expert care and personalized services tailored to individual preferences and needs. Bonaventure utilizes a person’s achievements, his or her family, faith and personal interests to create a program that is unique and individualized for each of our Memory Care Residents. Our program embraces the latest methods, along with tried-and-true approaches, to create a smooth daily flow of meaningful activities that promote independence, choice and self-worth.

Family Involvement – Our process involves in-depth interaction with family members to understand what is calming and effective with residents, and what key memories aid in their well-being. We find our method comforting for both the residents and their families.
Flexibility – We’re here to help our Memory Care residents fill each day with engaging activities, one moment at a time. It begins with understanding family, achievements, faith and interest. It’s achieved in a daily flow of meaningful interaction, through physical, social and cognitive activities. To our compassionate and caring staff, it’s a mix of science, training, design and enhanced environment. To our residents, it’s the gift of peace-of-mind and exceptional individualized care.
A Larger Network of Professionals – Part of Bonaventure’s success is that we combine localized accountability and customization, with a larger network of resources, instructors, continuing education and oversight. The ability to discuss issues and get recommendations from a network of concerned peers that makes our team a little smarter every day.
The Research Never Ends – We know that this is a field with continued and ongoing advancements. Our Here & Now Memory Care Communities reflect the most modern thinking. All are continually being updated to reflect the most recent findings, alongside tried and true methods.

Experience the best Memory Care in Senior Living:

Professionally-trained Staff on our Here & Now Approach
Daily activities that cater to our Residents’ Cognitive and Sensory Abilities
Resident-Centered Team Approach to all aspects of care
Private and semi-private rooms
Weekly housekeeping and personal laundry services
24-hour assistance with eating, bathing, dressing, toileting, mobility and medication administration
Emergency call systems in each apartment

After a lifetime of caring for others, it’s finally your turn. This is your chance to live life on your own terms, while receiving the care you need. Come for a visit Bonaventure Senior Living to experience Retirement Perfected™ first-hand.