Choosing a specialized memory care California community is a big undertaking. Both senior citizens and their families may feel lost in a sea of jargon and technical terms. For example, what’s the difference between independent living and assisted living? Does your loved one need skilled nursing, or would memory care be more appropriate? Learn more about your care options and explore how specialized luxury memory care can help your loved one thrive in their golden years.
Understanding the Need for Specialized Memory Care Services
Some older adults can live in an assisted living community with minimal support. This is typically covered in “independent living” or “assisted living” programs.
Memory care is different. In a memory care community, your loved one may be living with symptoms of dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, or another condition that causes memory loss. This specialized form of care is crucial for those living with memory issues, but not all establishments boast the same quality.
If you’ve been caring for your loved one — or if your loved one lives in a typical assisted living community — you may have started to feel a shift in responsibility. You may wonder whether assisted living is enough. You may have switched from reminding your loved one to take their medicine to worrying about them forgetting to eat.
You may feel exhausted, frustrated, or even guilty. This is not unusual: caregiver burnout is real. Often, symptoms of dementia or Alzheimer’s disease require much more help than what a sole caregiver or loving family members can provide.
Fortunately, memory care programs are staffed with compassionate caregivers who are trained to address the needs of this specialized population. In fact, daily life in our memory care community is structured around your loved one’s unique needs. The basics of a memory care program will allow your loved one to benefit from daily routines that reduce confusion and anxiety, preserve dignity, and foster a sense of independence within safe boundaries.
According to the Alzheimer’s Association, as many as 60% of patients with Alzheimer’s are prone to wandering — a statistic we take seriously. Your loved one will benefit from the safety and supervision of our tight-knit community.
What Sets California Luxury Memory Care Services Apart?
At Vivante, our view is that luxury memory care should feel like home. Your loved one’s personalized care plan should be tailored specifically to their preferences and needs. One resident may need a calming, relaxing environment, while another may desire more social interactions and activity throughout the day.
Needs change over time, too. We strive to meet all of our memory care residents’ individual needs with services such as:
- Living: Your loved one will reside in a secure suite with calm, aesthetically pleasing decor.
- Community: Vivante is designed with elegant, resort-style housing options, community spaces, and amenities.
- Dining: Meals are designed by a chef that are tailored to your loved one’s specific nutritional needs.
- Security: Our suites are secure with 24/7 monitoring for peace of mind.
Personalized Services That Support Cognitive Health
Dementia or symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease look different for every patient, and it may be difficult for you to decide it’s time for memory care. Families often struggle with transitioning a loved one from independent living — even if they already reside in an assisted living community — to a personalized memory care program.
Families are encouraged to consider memory care when their loved one is experiencing memory impairment and is unable to remember how to perform basic tasks of daily living. These might include paying bills and keeping up with their house, taking care of personal hygiene, or taking care of their health. They may skip meals, forget how much medication to take, or lose track of time in a way that puts them in danger. Some may wander throughout their home or neighborhood.
Symptoms of dementia can certainly take a toll on your loved one’s life, and it can be difficult for a family to understand how to help a loved one thrive while paying attention to concerning behaviors. In addition to providing a serene luxury environment for all of our residents, Vivante offers these personalized services to support the cognitive health of your loved one:
- Personalized Care plans: These plans are individualized to each resident’s needs. Whether your loved one needs extra socialization, a calmer environment at the end of the day, or attention to a specific medication regimen, we’re able to structure their day around these activities and needs.
- Therapeutic activities: Your loved one doesn’t need to give up creative activities or socialization when they switch to a memory care program. Art, music, and memory games will help them engage with others and flex their creative abilities.
- Family engagement: At Vivante, we understand that you know your loved one best. We will partner with you to help develop a care plan that will most benefit your loved one and keep you informed every step of the way. Feel free to connect with us to learn more about our educational tools and family support groups.
- Health Care Services: Your loved one may already have a specialist or a dedicated team of providers who help manage their memory condition or other health concerns. Our on-site medical care staff is part of your loved one’s healthcare team as well. We’re available to help monitor your loved one, keep them safe in their new community, and alert you to any changes in their condition. If they need extra support, it may comfort you to know that we’re also located close to a wide variety of specialists and hospitals.
Why Families Choose Vivante for Memory Care & Senior Living
Your loved one has the right to experience joy, comfort, and a sense of community. If you’re on the fence about transitioning to memory care, your hesitation is understandable. This is a big decision. You’ve likely heard stories of other memory care or dementia care communities. Or you have a picture in your mind of how your loved one will be living. These may or may not match the difference that Vivante can provide.
Vivante has several communities located throughout Southern California. If you’re unfamiliar with our community, please come see for yourself how we prioritize our residents from the first day they arrive. As a provider with an award-winning reputation for compassionate, focused care, we make every effort to help your loved ones with dementia or Alzheimer’s symptoms feel comfortable and secure.
Schedule a tour of one of our award-winning California memory care communities, or contact us for more information! We welcome the chance to help your family feel at home with us.
