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Reflections Memory Care Unit |
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In our
“Reflections” Memory Care Unit, consistent staff and daily routines
offer our residents a home-like atmosphere designed to inspire and
stimulate their senses. The goal of Reflections is to provide a safe,
secure setting where the residents can feel like they are at home. The daily
programming seeks to provide mental and social stimulation, thereby
helping to draw out the person whose life has been altered by
Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. Click on the picture for a larger image |
As the population of the U.S. ages, it is estimated that
the number of people diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease will increase
exponentially, creating the need for more in-home and institutional care
options. Although most people with Alzheimer's are cared for at home by family
members, individuals in the later stage of the disease will likely experience
needs that cannot be met in the home setting. Jenkins has provided a secure unit
to care for Alzheimer's victims for a number of years. The
single-story building provides 14 private and 2 double-occupancy rooms, as
well as a secure outdoor courtyard that can be accessed by residents whenever
they desire. Some of the important elements addressed in the unit include: specially-trained consistent staff, focused activities, a quiet
and pleasant environment, and a home-like atmosphere where family members and
staff work together to provide care and security for each resident. 
