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Memory care is a specialized type of long-term care designed specifically for individuals with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, or other types of memory impairments. The primary focus of memory care is to provide a safe, structured environment that supports the cognitive needs of residents while also addressing their physical and emotional well-being.
Jasmine Estates offers Memory care in Oklahoma City, OK, and in Edmond, OK, where residents receive faith-based personalized care tailored to their individual needs.
- 24/7 Supervision: Staff are trained to handle the unique challenges associated with memory loss, ensuring residents are safe and well-cared for at all times.
- Structured Activities: Activities are designed to stimulate cognitive function and provide social interaction, helping residents maintain a sense of purpose and routine.
- Specialized Therapies: Many facilities offer therapies like music, art, or pet therapy, which can be beneficial for memory care residents.
- Secure Environment: To prevent wandering—a common issue with dementia—memory care facilities often have secured entrances and exits.
- Personalized Care Plans: Care plans are tailored to each resident’s specific needs, considering their stage of memory loss and overall health.
- Health Services: In addition to cognitive support, memory care facilities often provide medical care, including medication management and coordination with healthcare providers.
Determining when it's time for memory care involves recognizing changes in your loved one’s behavior, cognitive abilities, and overall well-being.
Here are some key signs that may indicate it’s time to consider memory care:
1. Significant Memory Loss
- If your loved one is forgetting important details like names, places, or how to perform basic tasks, it may be time for memory care. This is especially true if memory loss begins to interfere with daily life.
2. Increased Confusion and Disorientation
- Frequent confusion, getting lost in familiar places, or becoming disoriented about time, place, or identity are strong indicators that memory care might be needed.
3. Wandering or Getting Lost
- Wandering is a common and dangerous behavior in those with dementia. If your loved one is prone to wandering or getting lost, a secure memory care environment can provide the necessary safety measures.
4. Difficulty with Daily Activities
- When your loved one struggles with activities of daily living (ADLs) like bathing, dressing, eating, or managing medications, they may need the higher level of care provided in a memory care facility.
5. Safety Concerns
- If your loved one is leaving appliances on, falling frequently, or exhibiting other behaviors that could put them at risk, it might be time to move to a more controlled environment.
6. Behavioral Changes
- Increased aggression, agitation, paranoia, or significant mood swings can be signs that their condition is worsening and that specialized memory care is required.
7. Social Withdrawal
- If your loved one is withdrawing from social activities or isolating themselves, memory care communities provide structured social interactions that can help keep them engaged and connected.
8. Decline in Physical Health
- If your loved one is experiencing weight loss, poor nutrition, or a decline in personal hygiene due to their cognitive decline, memory care can offer the support needed to maintain their health.
9. Caregiver Stress
- If you or other caregivers are feeling overwhelmed by the increasing demands of care, or if the care your loved one requires is beyond what you can provide, memory care can offer relief and ensure your loved one receives the care they need.
10. Healthcare Provider Recommendations
- Doctors, nurses, or other healthcare professionals may recommend memory care if they notice significant cognitive decline or if your loved one’s needs exceed what can be provided at home or in an assisted living setting.
Moving a loved one to memory care is a difficult decision, but if their cognitive and physical health is declining and their safety is at risk, it’s important to consider a transition to a specialized environment that can better meet their needs.
Physical Activities
Companionship
Individualized Care
Compassion
Open visitation (you’re welcome anytime)
Certified care staff 24 hours a day
On-site nurse
Medication management
Secure community with full video surveillance and 24/7 emergency response system
Personal assistance with bathing, dressing, and grooming
Incontinence care
Three chef-prepared, dietician-approved meals daily
Full service, on-site salon
Comfortable and cozy common areas with fireplace
Weekly housekeeping, linen, and Laundry services
Dedicated program director coordinating activities to keep minds and bodies active
Mobility and transfer coordination
Beautiful community setting
Resident Bistro for between meal snacks
Multiple Courtyards For Outdoor Activities
Wi-Fi for Face-Time visits