Memory care focuses greatly on maintaining the already existing skills in individuals who have early stage Alzheimers disease or Dementia. Activities of Daily Living are primary, as well as providing therapeutic activities for the residents. The setting is very homelike, with a lower number of residents and meals are served family style. Activities are set each day, however are always subject to change depending on how the residents feel that particular day.
In the home I am starting in, I look forward to working with the men and women in Memory care; we also have a resident cat who I also hope to incorporate into weekly programs who is adorable. I am also looking forward to implementing animal assisted therapy in memory care to add an element of encouragement during assistance of dressing, walking the halls or gardening for instance, and of course knowing my two canine caregivers, theyll be hoping for treats during meal or snack times (as Cujo is enjoying his here!).
