Showing posts with label memory care in Sussex County NJ. Show all posts
Showing posts with label memory care in Sussex County NJ. Show all posts

Wednesday, 21 September 2022

The Mission of UMC Bristol Glen

 

The Mission of UMC Bristol Glen

When you’re looking for an assisted living community or a space for your loved one to receive memory care, the most important thing you can do is get to know your provider. Understanding their mission and values, and how they make these a reality, will show you the kind of care your loved one will get, what their daily life will be like in the community, and how they will be cared for. That’s why we’ve decided to tell you all about UMC at Bristol Glen, a leading assisted living community in Sussex County, NJ!

Our Mission and Values

Throughout the more than 100 years that United Methodist Communities has been around, we’ve always been about one thing – helping seniors live a full, abundant life. That means providing seniors with every amenity and service they may need and then letting them and their families play a leading role in how this care is delivered. From choosing the time you want your breakfast, whether or not you want spiritual care, and the extent to which you want to participate in our social community, the power to choose – and live independently – is in the hands of your loved one.

We also strive to create a homey experience that’s very different to what many people think of when they consider assisted living! We work to create a balance between meeting assisted living residents’ needs and encouraging the independence they deserve. While all the support your loved one needs can be delivered in a secure environment by trained staff, we’ve worked hard to make our space feel like a caring community and comfortable home.

Abundant Care, Set in Nature’s Beauty

One of the things we are most proud of, other than our resident-directed approach to care, is our beautiful grounds. Sussex County is one of the most beautiful places in New Jersey, and Newton, the bustling small town that Bristol Glen calls home, has sweeping views of the Kittatinny Valley, one of the most scenic parts of the Great Appalachian Valley. With an abundance of green spaces and a love of nature, it’s a picturesque but not remote area for senior living. Our residents have full access to the amenities of the town, including shops, museums, churches, libraries, and galleries, while enjoying some of the country’s most beautiful natural scenery.

In terms of dementia care, we offer an industry-leading memory care program called Tapestries, which provides specialized support for seniors with cognitive health issues. With trained teams to provide supervision, therapists to support cognitive health, and beautiful facilities, seniors are supported in maintaining as much independence as possible while still remaining safe and secure.

Visit Bristol Glen and You Won’t Want to Say Goodbye!

At UMC at Bristol Glen, a CCRC in Sussex County, NJ, we offer beautiful, spacious apartments that are fully functional for limited mobility residents while being stylish and welcoming. We also offer Tapestries Memory Care for seniors with dementia conditions and strive to assist every resident to live a fulfilling and abundant life.

If you want to find out more about assisted living in New Jersey and Tapestries Memory Care in Sussex County, NJ, you can view our community virtual tours, read about our services, and much more all on our website at: https://umcommunities.org/bristolglen/

This blog was originally published at https://umcommunities.org/bristolglen/blog/the-mission-of-umc-bristol-glen/


Wednesday, 24 August 2022

Differences between Memory Care and Assisted Living

 

Differences between Memory Care and Assisted Living

Understandably, most people don’t know a lot about the services available at a senior living community until a loved one requires significant care and management. Since we all don’t know what the future holds, it’s important to consider a CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community) as a senior living option for mom and dad. At a CCRC, all levels of senior care are available under one roof. If your senior loved one should develop an issue that requires elevated assisted living services or advanced memory care, they will not have to uproot their life and move again – they can remain in their community for as long as possible in a CCRC like Bristol Glen.

With that in mind, our memory care team in Sussex County, NJ, is sharing some insights on the differences between memory care and assisted living – and how to choose the right option for your loved one.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living is when a senior moves into a community that offers staff, amenities, and services that meet general care requirements. Seniors who move into assisted living have different needs, but generally they can no longer meet all of these care needs themselves at home. With the amenities and services provided, residents are putting their health, wellbeing, and independence in the best hands. For example, if a senior is a fall risk, has diabetes, and is struggling to maintain their home and do grocery shopping, a move into assisted living will provide the right support and safe living conditions they need.

Senior services from leading assisted living communities include:

  • Spacious apartments that are maintained daily
  • Meal services and community dining with other residents
  • Proper medication management and check-ins with medical professionals on-site
  • Assistance with activities of daily living – like bathing, grooming, getting dressed, and going to the restroom
  • Access to physical therapists and other specialized medical professionals, as needed
  • A variety of recreational activities and social events

What is memory care?

Memory care is assisted living with additional services for those who have Alzheimer’s or other types of dementia. It’s designed to meet the specialized needs of seniors with cognitive conditions, so it’s more intensive in terms of the level of care, the number of staff members to a resident, and the type of activities available to memory care residents.

People with cognitive conditions need additional support to enjoy their senior years and have a fulfilling senior living experience, and that’s what memory care delivers. Each resident is evaluated before moving into the community in order to properly assess the stage of their condition and their general health. The memory care associates supporting them are trained not only in helping residents with cognitive health issues, but also providing stimulation, companionship, and one-on-one personal care.

This level of personalization ensures that memory care teams are able to provide therapies that help residents access different parts of their brain and manage dementia-related stress factors and challenges. Memory care specialists also know how best to communicate with residents to keep them busy, engaged, and relaxed throughout the day.

In memory care, all the desirable aspects of assisted living are adapted for residents to accommodate their cognitive health issues. From unique diets and meal preferences to daily therapies and cognitive activities, memory care provides a safe, monitored, yet welcoming environment that meets each person’s needs.

Which is better – memory care or assisted living?

This comes down to whether your loved one has a cognitive health issue or not. Generally, assisted living is ideal for any older adult who needs assistance with daily life, can benefit from structured community living, and would appreciate easy access to amenities. Assisted living can accommodate seniors who need some help but are still quite independent, as well as seniors with complex medical conditions that need daily monitoring and management.

If your loved one has a diagnosed cognitive health issue, however, memory care is a better option. Even if their condition is currently mild, care can be tailored as time goes on and memory care associates can keep a close eye on their cognitive and physical health. It also provides a safe space where they are much more secure against wandering or accidental injury (which are considerable risks for people with cognitive health issues). Memory care also provides a lot of stimulation and therapies designed to slow cognitive decline. If you suspect your loved one has a cognitive health issue, it’s worth talking to their doctor about performing an assessment so that you can make an informed decision about moving them to a memory care neighborhood as their needs increase.

Memory care and assisted living at Bristol Glen

As we mentioned earlier, when considering a move to a senior community it’s best to look into an option that provides all levels of care under one roof like UMC at Bristol Glen. At our leading CCRC in New Jersey, we’re dedicated to supporting abundant, independent living, assisted living, and of course, offer our specialized Tapestries memory care program to seniors in Sussex County.

We’re proud to say that our CCRC in Sussex County earned a place on the U.S. News Best Nursing Homes and Short-Stay Rehabilitation Lists, reflecting our dedication to the health and wellbeing of all of our residents!

If you want to find out more about our approach to assisted living or about memory care in Sussex County, NJ, then please get in touch today or visit our website at:

https://umcommunities.org/bristolglen/

This blog was originally published at https://umcommunities.org/bristolglen/blog/differences-between-memory-care-and-assisted-living/