At TerraBella Senior Living, we understand that memory loss can be a difficult journey, both for those experiencing it and their loved ones.
Our specialized memory care in Raleigh and assisted living program is designed to provide a safe, supportive environment where residents can live with dignity while maintaining as much independence as possible.
Our Memory Care Services
We have a separate, secure neighborhood specially designed for our memory care residents. This allows us to provide dedicated memory care staffing and personalized activities tailored to each resident’s abilities and interests.
Our memory care team completes special dementia care training to understand how certain conditions may impact communication, behavior, and daily functions. This ensures they can meet residents’ changing needs through each stage of the disease.
Our Programming and Daily Life
Research shows daily mental and physical stimulation is essential for cognitive function in those with memory loss diseases. Our activities team develops personalized activity plans for each resident based on their interests and abilities.
We also focus on life skills like preparing simple meals together, setting a table, or watering plants. This maintains connections to familiar daily routines and roles. Families are welcome to join in activities, too.
Our goal is for each day to have a purpose and be engaging.
Person-Centered Care Approach
We embrace a person-centered philosophy where each resident’s unique history, preferences, routines, and abilities guide their individualized care plan.
Our staff learns important details about residents’ lives and maintains an ongoing dialogue with families to learn about their likes, interests, and what makes their loved ones tick.
This will help us address both medical and psychosocial needs. For example, if a resident enjoys gardening, we may use visual prompts and cues to help with tasks in our courtyard. Activities are selected not only based on cognitive abilities but also on what people find meaningful.
We also encourage independence for as long as safely possible. Some residents may help fold laundry or peel vegetables under supervision, while others participate by providing conversation or company. This promotes feelings of usefulness and fulfillment versus loss of abilities.
Specialized Medical Support
Our nursing staff are specially trained in dementia care, fall prevention, behavior management, communication techniques, and non-pharmacological interventions.
We also partner with local medical and senior care specialists in Raleigh and the surrounding areas. On-call physicians regularly visit for comprehensive exams, medication reviews, and care conferences with families. Our exceptional assisted living memory care program provides optimal medical management while avoiding over-medication.
Family Support and Engagement
We understand this journey can be difficult for families, and we aim to be a consistent source of education, guidance, and reassurance. Loved ones play a crucial role in a resident’s quality of life, and we strive to maintain these connections.
Schedule a Private Tour
If you’d like more information about memory care in Raleigh, please contact us to schedule a private tour of TerraBella Northridge. We’re here to welcome you to our community.
We’re Nationally Recognized for Our Senior-Friendly Approach to Memory Care
At Terra Bella Northridge, we are familiar with the challenges faced by seniors with memory-related conditions. When your loved one comes to our Memory Care community in Raleigh, NC, we adopt a person-centered approach to guide and support them.
Our SHINE® Memory Care program curriculum has earned a National Certificate of Recognition from the Alzheimer’s Association®, the country’s leading, voluntary health organization dedicated to Alzheimer’s care and research. The distinction is one that we share with a small and elite group of U.S. memory care providers.
SHINE® makes use of the latest scientific principles to maximize engagement and comprehension as well as improve lifestyle quality for seniors living with memory-related conditions that include dementia and Alzheimer’s.
The specialized training and ongoing education that our nurses and nursing assistants receive in memory care enable them to care for residents in the best possible way. This includes personalizing a route of exploration for your loved one that touches on multiple important aspects of life. Our SHINE® Memory Care program is designed to retain and preserve everything that has been taken away from patients by their affliction.
In our memory care community in Raleigh, NC, you can be assured of having a team of passionate individuals who are dedicated to senior memory care. Reach out to our team today for more information about how we will take care of your loved one.
What Is a Senior Memory Care Program?
A memory care program specializes in providing care for seniors with memory issues. In our safe, supportive and secure community, residents receive round-the-clock care from trained medical professionals that include nurses. Our experienced team has received training to care for individuals with memory-related conditions, and they are able to provide the full spectrum of care for residents who require it. At our SHINE® Memory Care community in Raleigh, NC, your loved one will be well taken care of and in safe hands.
SHINE® Memory Care at Terra Bella Northridge’s Senior Living Community
You can expect the following from Terra Bella Northridge’s memory care program:
- A personalized “My Story” book for each resident
- A wide variety of activities that combine sensory experiences with relaxing moments
- A safe and supportive environment designed with your loved one’s needs in mind
- A dining experience that focuses on improving awareness and engagement besides being nutritious
- Ongoing training and education for all team members
- Regular communication with families of residents
We are familiar with the unique challenges that individuals with memory-related conditions face. Our memory care program in NC aims to provide the best possible quality of life for your loved one, allowing them to regain and retain what their affliction has robbed them of over time.
Discover Independence, Confidence, and Self-Esteem
- Emphasizing the strengths of residents instead of their limitations
- Physical exercises, socialization opportunities, and mentally stimulating activities
- Celebrating milestones and successes
Discover Senior-Friendly Dining Delights
- Nutritious and delicious gourmet meals
- Active participation is encouraged in dining, with assistance provided if and when needed
- A meal routine at the same time each day
Discover Fun and Engaging Senior Living Activities
- Purpose-driven activities, both on a one-on-one basis and in groups, catered to the individual abilities of your loved one
- Failure-free and non-competitive games designed to fit the attention span of residents
Discover Friendships and Belonging
- Personal care activities that can improve a resident’s sense of self-worth
- Activities and exercises in productivity to instill in residents a sense of success
- Active support provided where necessary
- Recreational activities that encourage fun and friendship
Contact Us to Learn More About SHINE® Memory Care
If you require more information or would like to experience a day in the life of our memory care residents, reach out to us. Our team can advise you on program availability, answer your questions and help you discover whether memory care is the right fit for your loved one.
