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Checking Your Loved One into a Memory Care Facility

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Caring for a family member who suffers from memory care issues like Alzheimer’s disease or dementia can be a lot to handle. Westminster Place offers a memory care facility that is a home away from home with 24/7 care to give you peace of mind that your loved ones are happy and well cared for. Changes in memory are common as people age, but more specialized care is needed once dementia and Alzheimer’s set in. The last thing you want to happen is for someone you care about to endanger themselves, especially if they drive. With loved ones in a memory care facility, you can feel confident that they will get the level of care, attention, support, and respect you want them to have in a safe, loving environment. To learn more about memory care in Texas, contact us today at 903.329.6520.

What Is Memory Care?

Memory care is typically defined as long-term residential care for seniors with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia but who do not have other major health issues. This type of care is geared toward those seniors that need a higher level of care than they can receive in assisted living or can no longer remain at home without being a danger to themselves and/or others. Memory care facilities offer a secure community that keeps residents safe within a structured environment.

Depending on the memory care facility, there are varying levels of care available. It’s all about a balance between independence and very specialized care. Memory care residents are well taken care of, with cooking, cleaning, and laundry tasks handled by our staff. They enjoy their own apartment space close to other residents so they can socialize and enjoy their surroundings. Help is available to residents whenever needed, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. In addition to safe indoor and outdoor spaces, memory care facilities that are part of senior living communities employ a team of professionals that have extensive expertise with mobility issues, medication management, and nutrition. While keeping residents safe, memory care facilities also strive to ensure residents are not scared, confused, or feel alone in their environment.

Memory Care Services in Texas

Among the many memory care options in Texas is Westminster Place’s memory care facility called The Harbor. The Harbor provides private and cozy apartment-style living for residents to enjoy among fellow seniors who are going through the same experience. As part of the secure facility, residents can enjoy a communal courtyard and garden, as well as planned group activities and dining.

The amenities and services offered at The Harbor include:

  • A large community dining room
  • Individual apartments with private bathroom
  • Nutritious meals planned by an on-staff culinary director and their team
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry services
  • Cable and internet service
  • Social worker on staff
  • Faith-based staff available
  • Programming for memory-enhancement
  • Emergency services available around the clock
  • A beauty salon and barbershop on-site
  • Beautiful outdoor spaces to enjoy
  • Short-term respite stays available

Contact Westminster Place to Learn More About Memory Care

Having a loved one go into memory care can be one of the hardest decisions you will have to make with and for someone. At Westminster Place, we strive to make the process easier for everyone involved. The most important part? Getting a loved one the care they need in an inviting residential setting.

There will be many factors to weigh, like cost, location, and services offered. Let our caring and compassionate team help you find the community for you or your family member. You have plenty of choices when it comes to choosing a facility for dementia or Alzheimer’s in Texas, and we can guide you expertly through the process of choosing one.

Westminster Place offers a faith-based senior community with a continuum of affordable care in Longview, Texas. Learn more about all of the senior living options available in Texas and specifically at Westminster Place by calling 903.329.6520.