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A caring world for people with memory loss

In Touchmark communities that are appropriately designed and licensed to provide a living environment for individuals who have been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or other related dementing illnesses, there are memory care neighborhoods.

… The physical environment in the communities’ memory support program is specifically designed to provide appropriate levels of stimulation and support in an area that is secured for exit and entry to residents. Guided choices are encouraged through person—centered programming provided by especially trained staff, who work with the residents throughout the day, evening, and night.

Memory Care—Description of Touchmark’s Memory Care Program

Living styles and features

Touchmark at All Saints Memory Care residences offer several choices and range from 283 square feet to 317 square feet. Many features help ensure your loved one a respectful, enriched life:

  • Life Enrichment/Wellness program
  • Person-centered care
  • Three meals a day and nutritional snacks using the 24-hour Nutritional Clock
  • 24-hour staff
  • Housekeeping twice a week
  • Linen, towel, and personal laundry
  • Access to a nurse 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
  • Utilities and cable television
  • Enclosed outdoor courtyard
  • 24-hour secured neighborhood
  • Scheduled transportation
  • Ongoing assessments and care conferences
  • Family support services

Personal care and health services

Licensed nurses provide an in-depth initial assessment to determine residents’ negotiated service plans based on their needs. Recurring assessments and scheduled care conferences keep the service plan current and specific to the changing needs of each resident. This thorough review process ensures that a resident is charged only for the services provided.

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Growing Together Gardens™ grow enjoyment

All Touchmark communities offering memory care include a program component titled “Growing Together,” which is the portion of the Life Enrichment/Wellness program that emphasizes the importance of individuals having ongoing contact with living things—both plants and animals.

One of the many aspects of “Growing Together” is the gardening program and courtyard design for most Touchmark memory care neighborhoods. These thoughtfully designed gardens and courtyards include the following features:

  • No toxic plants. The seeds, stems, leaves, roots and blossoms are nontoxic to humans, pets, and birds.
  • Accessible gardening spaces. Residents who use wheelchairs, walkers, and canes are able to access the indoor and outdoor gardens spaces. Touchmark uses raised garden beds and pots to provide access to all interested gardeners. The “indoor park“ features a bird aviary and allows gardening projects to be available regardless of the season.
  • Flowers and other plants that attract butterflies and songbirds. Bird feeders and the correct kind of birdseed are used to attract songbirds rather than pest birds.
  • Shade. Trees, awnings, and/or other coverings are important for the warm summer months.
  • 24-hour access (weather permitting.) The importance of being outdoors most days is very well-documented in the research. Some states include regulations that require residents to have access to a secured courtyard area. Touchmark courtyards extend the walls of the building and offer a pleasant, secure outdoor environment.
  • Creatures great and small. The positive effect of contact with pets and the use of aquariums in memory care settings are also well-documented. The therapeutic outcome from the use of aquariums is elevated mood and appetite and decreased anxiety and blood pressure. Pet visits from well trained four-legged guests provide memorable moments, opportunities for reminiscing, and positive interactions.

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