Memory Care in Waterford
Our Alzheimer’s and Dementia Memory Care Facility Provides Everything Your Loved One Needs
We understand what you’re facing: your loved one’s mental health has been declining, and they’re needing comprehensive care beyond what your caregiver can provide.
In these situations, you can trust our memory care facility to make your loved one feel safe, comfortable, and well-cared-for.
With our dedicated memory care building that houses a highly trained staff offering 24-hour assistance, you and your loved one can rest easy, knowing that everything they need is right here at Waterford Oaks.
What Specialized Memory Care Means
The memory care at Waterford Oaks provides a specialized form of long-term care for seniors living with different types of dementia, including Alzheimer’s, vascular, Lewy body, frontotemporal, and Parkinson’s.
Our memory care helps with daily activities that seniors with dementia often struggle to accomplish. This includes bathing, dressing, and grooming. This type of care ensures that their unique needs are met with understanding and expertise.
Additionally, help is also provided with managing behavioral changes, increasing safety measures, and dealing with other challenges that are present with dementia issues.
As a result, our memory care residents get the exact help needed for their unique needs.
Benefits of Our Memory Care
Our dedicated memory care building (West building) has been specially designed and built to be the ideal care center for those who need dementia support.
Set in a beautiful, comfortable, secure location, our senior residents receive the same outstanding care and services as our assisted living residents enjoy in our East building.
However, what sets our memory care building apart is the extra level of protection and attention that we provide to meet the challenges that memory care residents face.
This includes our specially-trained, licensed staff who provide the unique care that our memory care residents require. They also receive closer observation and supervision to quickly meet their needs. Additionally, features like door monitoring and alarm systems keep our residents safe.
Compassionate Care for Every Stage of Memory Loss
Waterford Oaks believes that every resident deserves to feel valued, respected, and understood, regardless of their cognitive abilities.
To help achieve this, we provide individuals living with memory-related conditions with unparalleled care. This includes:
Our Compassionate Staff – The caregivers at Waterford Oaks are both highly trained and deeply empathetic. This provides the emotional support and comfort that residents and their families deserve.
A Holistic Approach to Care – By addressing the physical, emotional, and mental needs of those in our memory care facility, we deliver a comprehensive care plan designed to promote joy, peace, and well-being for each resident.
Community Connection – We know that the best care is more than just tending to physical needs. That’s why we foster a sense of belonging and purpose in our residents by providing meaningful social interactions and encouraging activities.
Memory Care Services We Offer
The memory care services at Waterford Oaks have been carefully selected with the needs of our residents in mind. As a result, your loved one will receive everything they need to enjoy a safe, comfortable, and engaging environment.
Our memory care services include:
- Support for all types of dementia, including Alzheimer’s, vascular, Lewy body, frontotemporal, and Parkinson’s
- Incontinence and wellness checks
- 24-hour supervision and protection
- Three nutritious meals a day, plus snacks and beverages
- Daily living assistance based on an individual assessment plan
- Manicure, shampoo, set, and hairstyling
- Weekly laundry
- Twice weekly housekeeping
- Administration of medications as prescribed by a physician
- Ordering and refilling of prescriptions
- Emergency call system in all rooms and bathrooms
- Enhanced door monitoring
Not seeing a service your loved one needs? Don’t worry. You can add on other services as you see fit, such as physicians, therapists, long-term care, and hospice care.
Trust Our Team of Certified, Caring Professionals
An outstanding feature of Waterford Oaks is that we are a fully-licensed care facility. That means our caregivers have all been trained and certified to exceed the stringent standards from the state of Michigan.
This stands in contrast with other care facilities that don’t meet Michigan requirements because of being grandfathered in before standards were enacted. As a result, other facilities often have hundreds of residents who depend on a handful of expensive outside companies to provide basic services.
However, Waterford Oaks is dedicated to providing the quality care that seniors deserve, including those with memory care needs. Because of our uncompromising commitment to quality care, we surpass the 15-to-1 resident ratio requirement by the state.
Thanks to our exceeding the lofty state requirements, you’ll be able to breathe easy knowing that your loved one has immediate access to the help they need from certified, dedicated professionals.
Personalized Memory Care That’s Right for Your Loved One
Waterford Oaks treats each resident with the individual care and attention they deserve. That’s why we have gone to great lengths to ensure everyone’s individual needs are met by offering memory care services that can be personalized to meet their needs.
For example, we ensure each service provider who is brought on-site meets our high qualification and performance standards. We also utilize specific activities to meet your loved one’s cognitive needs.
These stimulating activities include:
- Arts and crafts that engage the brain twice a week
- Balloon toss for exercise
- Adult coloring
- Trivia
- Live music therapy twice a week
These and other aspects promote the physical and mental health and well-being of your loved one.
Support for You and Your Family
We want to help everyone involved with caring for your loved one who is in need of memory care, knowing it takes a toll on both you and your family.
From our personal assessment forward, we provide counseling and guidance to help you make the best decisions at each step of your loved one’s journey. In addition, our trained staff is ready to answer the heavy questions that may be weighing on your mind while also keeping you informed about your loved one’s progress.
And thanks to our ability to completely care for your loved one no matter what their needs prove to be, you and your family can find comfort in knowing your loved one is enjoying the best quality of life possible.
Chef-Made Meals that Make Memory Care Residents Feel at Home
Waterford Oaks knows how good food is a special part of life: enhancing the enjoyment of each day, promoting good physical and mental health, and making us feel at home.
That’s why we are happy to serve three meals each day that are both tasty and nutritious. Our professional on-site chef prepares dishes using fresh, healthy ingredients.
As a result of our commitment to quality meals, our dining room is always a popular spot in the community, where our residents enjoy socializing and connecting with one another from morning until evening.
FAQs About Waterford Oaks Michigan Memory Care
What types of memory-related conditions do you care for?
We specialize in caring for individuals with Alzheimer’s, Vascular, Lewy Body, frontotemporal, Parkinson’s, mixed dementia, and other cognitive impairments.
How do you ensure residents’ safety?
Our facility has all entrances and exits completely secured, 24/7 monitoring, door alarms, and trained staff to prevent wandering and ensure the safety of themselves and others.
Can families visit?
Absolutely! Waterford Oaks encourages family visits and involvement in their loved one’s care, knowing how important you and your loved one are to each other.
What is the cost of memory care?
With a wide variety in the level of care required for different memory care residents, costs can vary. Feel free to contact us online or call us at (248) 390-6602 for a personalized consultation and pricing information.
Have More Questions About Our Memory Care Facility?
Despite your research and careful consideration, you may still have more questions. We understand that making these choices can be challenging or even exhausting, and that identifying the right choice may take time.
Our experienced care professionals are here to help. We can provide answers to any questions you or your family might have about your loved one. Let us use our knowledge and insights to assist you in making the best decisions for you and your family.
Contact Us About Memory Care Options in Waterford
We invite you to come see Waterford Oaks for yourself. Call (248) 390-6602 or contact us to schedule a tour of our beautiful memory care facility.
We’re here to answer your questions about dementia and memory care and make your loved one feel at home in our charming assisted living community.