Memory Support and Alzheimer's Care

|   Safety, care, and compassion that can ease your mind
    when your family is facing Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia

10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's Disease (a checklist from the Alzheimer’s Association) Memory loss that disrupts daily life Challenges in planning or solving problems Difficulty completing familiar tasks at home, at work or at leisure Confusion with time or place Trouble understanding visual images and spatial relationships New problems with words in speaking or writing Misplacing things and losing the ability to retrace steps Decreased or poor judgment Withdrawal from work or social activities Changes in mood and personality For more detailed descriptions of these symptoms, visit the Alzheimer’s Association site

Saratoga Grove’s dedicated Memory Care program specifically supports people dealing with memory loss. The structure, activities, and stimulation we provide helps establish connections with the person trapped behind the disease. Our staff are people who have an intuitive ability to understand the emotional challenges of memory issues, and who receive an additional 12 hours of specialized training in dementia care. The result is a safe, caring environment that reaches people socially, spiritually, and creatively.

Our Memory Support program provides meaningful exercises for patients with Alzheimer's and other memory impairments, finding ways to connect with the person deep within. Our strategies include getting to know a person's unique life story and using that personal history to spark memories and keep people engaged. Our community of support – staff as well as other residents – encourages people to keep doing as much as they can for as long as they can.

While science can't yet reverse the losses caused by Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia in the elderly, Saratoga Grove's specially trained staff can offer hope, relief, and peace of mind for you and your family. Family members often work with us to build connections, but they are free to step back and get the rest they need, knowing we are there to care, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We offer a safe, secure environment that still allows freedom, dignity, and independence.

Like all Providence Life Services communities, Saratoga Grove is recognized for our excellent care and services, but the sense of ministry behind it all is what really sets us apart. We are here to share life’s journey, walking with you through the transitions demanded by dementia. Our sensitive support and sympathetic understanding of memory impairments can give you and your family peace of mind in a situation that feels overwhelming.

You can still enjoy meaningful connections with the people you love. Get the help you need to make the most of a difficult situation. Memory Support is available in combination with any of our Assisted Living care levels.