Time marches on and so do we. Before we all know it, we are older and so are our parents or loved ones. Caring for them and being sure their needs are met become a major concern especially once they begin to not be able to look after themselves as they are used to. This dilemma touches most every family. The thing to avoid is to stay under a veil of ignorance by not understanding your options and waiting until the last minute to form an abrupt and sometimes uniformed decision. looking after the elderly is of utmost importance. this may be addressed in comparison between adult day care, assisted living, and assisted nursing care.
Adult day care has the shortest care periods and typically lasts up to eight hours each day and 5 days every week. People with Alzheimer’s, the feeble, the physically handicapped, people with declining brain function and also the hearing and visually impaired are included during this sort of care. It works as respite for busy caregivers and offers social and recreational activities, meals, therapy, health and social services. Usually there’s an assessment made from the requirements of every person before they enter the program. it’s also important to seek out out how physically able they’re because adult day care does provide rehabilitative services and private care. one among its greatest advantages is that it helps people remain independent and be ready to accept loved ones as long as they will plus it gives caregivers the break they often need.
The next level up in care, if the elderly aren’t living with friends or family is assisted living. it’s for seniors who are somewhat independent and who need more care than a retirement community has available. the main target is on allowing individual residents’ independence, need for privacy, choice, and safety. The services offered are personal (bathing, dressing, transferring, toileting, and eating), health care (which also involves management of medications), social and physical activities, 24-hour supervision, education, laundry, linen, housekeeping, maintenance, shopping, meal prep, money management and transportation. an individual can occupy a furnished or unfurnished studio or 1-bedroom unit with a rest room. Some places have a shared bathroom. Also some units may have kitchenettes or a full kitchen..
A potential resident is assessed in line with physical and cognitive abilities, mental awareness, case history (including medications being taken) and a few personal history to seek out out if assisted living may be a good option. relations are encouraged to continue being part of the resident’s life and are welcome to attend social activities throughout the year and on holidays. Most of the time assisted living places have a full-time nurse and trained staff. Meals are eaten usually in a dining room and assistance is given when needed. Activities are planned throughout the day and residents have a choice to attend or not. Church services are held, some being a particular denomination and there’s usually a non-denominational gathering. Assisted care is regulated by the state.
The nursing home is generally the most intensive in care (along with adult family care homes). The residents have definite physical needs. they typically have physical or mental disorders or happen to be too feeble and/or unable to maneuver around, bathe or prepare their own meals. Their Activities of Daily living are minimal and low functioning. As a general rule, there’ll be no recovery or ability to care of themselves, so assistance may be a necessity for many or all ADL’s. There are definite medical needs too.
Nurses and nursing aids are available around the clock. due to the residents’ needs, nursing homes are staffed with the fact in mind. there’s full management of medication and it’s administered consistent with a physician’s orders. an individual can obtain a personal room if he/she is paying with private funds. Normally, there are 2 people to an area . Meals are delivered to them or residents are taken to the dining room. Besides full assistance, nursing homes offer rehabilitative services, exercise, social activities, laundry, housekeeping, and pre prepped meals. Families and friends are encouraged to visit them.
The Grand Brook Memory Care family is proud to be expanding its commitment to compassionate memory care services with the opening of its newest 42-resident assisted living memory care community in Grand Rapids. Families in Wyoming, Kentwood, Grand Rapids, and neighboring communities now have Michigan’s finest dementia care experts in their own back yard, providing care for loved ones close to home.
Our Grand Rapids community provides an environment for residents to enjoy modern amenities, state of the art care, and all the comforts of home. Residents live in two residential-style neighborhoods with private suites and large living spaces for relaxation, activities, and entertaining visitors. A clubhouse connects the homes and has a café, chapel, and even more space for families to enjoy. Every aspect of our community is designed with our residents in mind. A secure, central courtyard is available to all with abundant outdoor seating, picnic areas, and gardens. We believe that promoting outdoor activity in a safe environment is one of the keys to quality memory care.
To learn more about Grand Brook Memory Care of Grand Rapids, please contact us at 616-286-1266. We look forward to welcoming you to the Grand Brook family!
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