Memory Care at Haven Health

what is Memory Care?

Memory care provides specialized support for people with memory and dementia-related illnesses, such as Alzheimer’s disease. It is specifically designed for people who have conditions that affect thinking, memory, mood, and other everyday activities affected by these disorders.

Memory care provides the additional support these patients need to live happy, meaningful lives in an environment that respects their safety and the safety of those around them. Unlike general senior care or skilled nursing, memory care accounts for how cognitive changes can affect communication, behavior, decision making, mood, mobility, and more.

Memory care is often delivered on locked or higher-security wards by specially trained staff. This helps keep patients with wandering behaviors safe, features additional supervision and daily activities tailored to those with memory issues, and places greater emphasis on emotional wellbeing and connection with family, friends, and those around them.

At Haven Health, our staff and caregiving team take an individualized approach to help residents maintain their current abilities, slow the progress of the disease, experience comfort and connection, and lead meaningful, fulfilling lives.

Each of our residents receives a unique, individualized care plan that helps provide support that recognizes the patients’ identity and needs.

While memory care cannot stop dementia or guarantee that cognitive decline will decrease, it does ensure daily challenges are well-managed, patients are safe, and that our residents are receiving the highest quality of life possible.

Memory Care vs. Assisted Living

Assisted living is intended for people who require help with daily activities, but don’t necessarily require constant observation or services tailored specifically to residents with memory and cognitive-related diseases. In assisted living facilities, residents generally live independently but have access to staff for assistance with daily activities.

Memory care is a specialized form of care that is designed to meet the needs of individuals with memory-related illnesses. At Haven Health, our memory care facilities are staffed with specially trained caregivers who provide secure and supportive 24-hour supervision and assistance to help maintain our residents’ quality of life.

We offer a variety of specialized activities and therapies to help individuals with memory-related illnesses retain cognitive functioning, while taking into consideration patients’ physical and emotional well-being.

In contrast to assisted living, our memory care facilities feature additional supervision and safety for residents with memory illnesses, including higher-security wards, exit monitoring, and additional staff.

Our staff is also specifically trained to deal with memory illnesses. This helps in communication, with the activities of daily living, and overall quality of life for residents. Daily life is scheduled around routines, which help those with memory illnesses achieve a sense of comfort and familiarity.

Overall, memory care is a higher level of care than assisted living and is tailored uniquely to the needs of those with dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, and other memory-related illnesses.

When Is Memory Care Needed?

Understanding when your loved one needs memory care can be a difficult, emotional decision. It’s not always clear when someone can remain at home and when they need professional help.

The biggest rule of thumb is when safety to themselves and others becomes an issue; it’s likely time for professional help. Behaviors such as wandering, dangerous forgetfulness, and general disorientation are a good indication your loved one may need additional help.

Your loved ones may also need professional help if they are having trouble with daily activities, especially when those declines are outpacing the ability of family caregivers. Declining physical health or nutrition is a good indication as well.

Increased emotional distress can also be a good indicator. People who are experiencing increased agitation, irritability, withdrawal, and depression likely need additional help. Memory care may be necessary if individuals experience any of the following issues:

• Changes in behavior
• Confusion and disorientation that may disrupt physical safety
• Emotional distress
• A decline in physical health
• Incontinence
• Failure to maintain communication
• Difficulties performing multi-step tasks
• Memory lapses that interfere with everyday life
• A noticeable decline in cognitive function
• Caregiver burnout

Do Skilled Nursing Facilities Offer Memory Care In Arizona?

Haven Health offers a number of memory care facilities around the state, along with our skilled nursing offerings, so your loved ones are always close to home.

Access to skilled nursing facilities is particularly important when a person with dementia also has complex medical needs, requires regular nursing oversight, or needs rehabilitation following an illness, injury, or hospitalization.

Support may include nursing assessments, medication administration, assistance with daily activities, and coordination with healthcare providers.

One of our priorities at Haven Health is to ensure your loved one always has access to the care they need, in familiar settings, even if their medical situation changes.

What Is The Average Cost For Memory Care?

The average cost in Arizona for memory care is just over $7,000 per month. Arizona is considered a destination for memory care, and costs are generally lower compared to many other states.

A number of payment options exist for memory care. The most common is private pay, using savings or assets. Another common option is long-term care insurance. Please keep in mind that this type of insurance must be purchased before a diagnosis.

Does Medicare Cover Memory Care?

Medicare may pay for some features of memory care, but, in general, coverage is limited. Under Medicare definitions, like other forms of long-term care, memory care is not considered medically necessary, and rent and regular fees are generally not covered by Medicare or other typical health insurance.

However, Medicare may cover some related aspects of memory care, such as doctor visits, memory-illness diagnosis and cognitive assessment, prescription drugs, and short-term forms of care.

Memory Care Services At Haven Health

At Haven Health, memory care is centered on personalized care. This means each individual and illness is different, and our care plans respect and adapt to this. Our approach always considers each resident’s unique abilities, strengths, challenges, health, and preferences, and recognizes these may change over time.

Our memory care services include highly trained staff, specifically trained to aid memory care patients. Our memory care facilities also feature heightened security for the safety of our residents, as well as functional, structured routines that help residents feel at home, safe, and comfortable.

We offer a number of therapeutic activities tailored specifically to memory care, including enrichment activities that help our residents connect with who they are, as well as their loved ones and those around them.

Of course, we provide aid with the activities of daily living, medication management, and support for changing needs.

Why Choose Haven Health For Memory Care In Arizona?

Choosing long-term care for a family member or a loved one can be a big decision. You deserve a care provider that understands the challenges of dementia and Alzheimer’s, values each resident individually, and offers support as needs change.

At Haven Health, we bring together compassionate, individualized care, with some of the best facilities and staff in Arizona to serve all our residents. Our staff is specifically and highly trained to care for people with memory diseases, and our approach respects dignity and comfort, while providing uncompromised safety.

Our patient-first approach to care is loved by both families and residents, and family participation and communication is always encouraged. We aim to keep our residents active in their communities and with their loved ones. This is supported by our philosophy of daily engagement and meaningful enrichment activities that support both residents and those they love.

We also understand needs change over time as diseases progress. We offer access to additional healthcare services across our Arizona network to help ensure continuity of care and familiarity.

Memory Care For Seniors In Arizona

Choosing memory care close to home helps make family visits easier and ongoing support and communication less challenging. Haven Health offers memory care facilities across Arizona, including in:

• Camp Verde Assisted Living
• Globe
• Lakeside
• Prescott
• Prescott Assisted Living
• Stafford
• Sandpointe
• Sedona
• Show Low Assisted Living
• Sierra Vista

You may also wish to explore all Haven Health locations to learn more about our other communities and offerings.

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