Personalized Care in Senior Living
Delivering personalized care in the context of senior living means first identifying what is most important to an individual and family, and then incorporating those priorities into a tailored plan of care. When prospective residents have a health event or health concerns, the team pays close attention to understanding their medical, psychological, and social histories to uncover any unique needs which will allow them to thrive.
Personalized Care and Dementia
According to the National Center for Assisted Living, practically half of all adults in assisted living in Tennessee have a form of dementia. When dementia is this prevalent amongst residents, communities and their living spaces should be designed or adjusted to help affected residents succeed in all aspects of daily life. This involves detailed planning around establishing a comfortable setting, advocating for preferred hobbies and activities, protecting important routines, providing access to medical care, honoring advance directives, and learning best practices regarding care approaches.
People living with dementia have strengths and positive attributes that deserve highlighting. Wherever possible, they should have a say in the way their care is planned and delivered – this right is foundational to personalized care.
How RMSC Personalizes Care
Remember Me Senior Care, located in Cleveland, Tennessee, recognizes the special characteristics that each member of our community brings to the table. Because the founders have cared for a loved one with dementia, they have shared experience with each family they meet who is affected by the disease. There are three defining aspects of how RMSC shows its commitment to personalized care.
Aspect One: Neighborhood Living
The truly original community design at RMSC is reminiscent of a genuine neighborhood. Residents and families can interact as they would in a community setting thanks to sidewalks, good lighting, green spaces, courtyards, and pavilions. Each house has a welcoming front porch with rocking chairs and seasonal landscape.
Safety and the idea of “being at home” were central to the design plan and are appreciated by all who visit.
Aspect Two: Care by Design
RMSC knows that having the best care for those living with dementia demands having memory care expertise at the forefront of operations and programming. Each farmhouse has private rooms and bathrooms where caregivers can introduce themselves individually and offer individual assistance. Seating areas are kept home-like and intimate on purpose to allow for more personal interactions.
Aspect Three: Attention to Detail
RMSC knows people have lived full lives before joining a senior living community. That is why the intake process involves interviews and assessments meant to orient RMSC to an individual’s personal story and preferences. Meals are enjoyed with the kitchen in view, allowing for observation and participation in preparation if desired. Having six people at a table offers cozy dining that reduces distraction.
Intentional spacing allows team members the room to assist residents when needed.
Summary
Personalized care is a commitment to learning and honoring an individual’s distinct care needs. Getting to know each resident and what makes each day successful for them is a vital tool in care coordination. Remember Me Senior Care has planned its beautiful neighborhood and interior spaces with all this in mind. Contact RMSC today and let them show you why they are the assisted living and memory care community of choice in Southeast Tennessee.