For more pleasant and peaceful days.
For those with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in Wheaton, Illinois, memory care is a carefully designed environment that delivers a better quality of life – not just for residents, but for their families and loved ones too. Individualized dementia care from a community like Westbridge can make a world of difference.
Choosing memory care in Wheaton, like that provided by Westbridge, ensures that individuals with dementia receive the personalized care they need for a better quality of life while also supporting their families and loved ones. Our personal approach includes:
Specialized Care
- Medication administration
- Assistance with personal care
- Chef-prepared meals and snacks
- Individualized social activities
- Secure environment
- On-site 24/7 licensed nursing staff
Distinctive Amenities
- Boutique-style setting
- Family-style dining room
- Comfortable, warm living areas
- Access to the full continuum of care
- Access to spa services
- Secure outdoor garden courtyard
Each member of our memory care team is trained in the innovative and proven Heartfelt Heartfelt Connections – A Memory Care Program®, a comprehensive program based on the latest in memory care research and best practices. Heartfelt Connections is an individualized program that starts with getting to know each resident’s life story, focusing on each resident’s capabilities. Then we develop a personalized plan that concentrates on each resident’s unique abilities and celebrates each small success. Heartfelt Connections promotes dignity and a sense of accomplishment in day-to-day activities; supports improved self-worth, self-esteem, and overall health and well-being; and reduces fear, anxiety and frustration.
It’s an approach guided by these principles:
- We view aging as a natural process – life stories to be continued.
- We believe what remains is far more important than what is lost.
- We focus on each resident’s unique remaining abilities.
- We embrace and celebrate everything our residents do.
- We create success stories, one small victory at a time.
Memory care frequently asked questions
Memory care is a specialized type of long-term care designed to meet the unique needs of individuals with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and other cognitive impairments. Here are some key aspects of Wyndemere memory care:
- Specialized Environment: Memory care residences and common areas are typically designed with the specific needs of individuals with cognitive impairments in mind. This includes secure environments to prevent wandering, easily navigable layouts, and features that reduce confusion and anxiety.
- Personalized Care: Staff members in memory care communities are specially trained to provide care and support for residents with memory loss. This includes assistance with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, and medication management, as well as providing emotional and behavioral support.
- Therapeutic Activities: Memory care programs often include activities tailored to the abilities and interests of residents, aimed at stimulating cognitive function and improving quality of life. These can include music therapy, art therapy, reminiscence therapy, and physical exercises.
- Health and Safety: Memory care communities prioritize the health and safety of residents. This includes regular health monitoring, medication management, and providing nutritious meals. Safety measures, such as emergency response systems and secured entrances/exits, are also in place.
- Supportive Community: Memory care communities offer a supportive and understanding environment for residents and their families. This includes providing education and resources for family members, support groups, and opportunities for family involvement in care planning and activities.
Memory care is designed to provide a safe, supportive and enriching environment for individuals with memory impairments, ensuring they receive the specialized care they need.
Memory loss, whether from Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia, affects your loved one and your entire family. At Westbridge, we collaborate with individuals, families, and caregivers to find the optimal balance of respect and care. Our homelike environment and design minimize confusion and ensure comprehensive security around the clock.
At Westbridge, our memory care programs are designed with you in mind, making sure every day is both pleasant and peaceful for those with memory loss.
A senior should move from assisted living to memory care when memory loss, whether from Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia, affects their own well-being or the well-being of their family. At Westbridge, we work with individuals, family members, and caregivers in search of the right balance of respect and care.
Our homelike layout and design help minimize confusion while offering 24/7 security and peace of mind. Memory care at Westbridge enables pleasant and peaceful days with special programs designed for those with memory loss.
Dementia refers to a decline in cognitive functions – such as thinking, reasoning, and memory – severe enough to interfere with a person’s daily life and functioning. These symptoms are not a disease but often accompany certain diseases or conditions.
Other symptoms of dementia include:
Memory Loss: Frequently forgetting recent events, names, and places
Cognitive Decline: Reduced ability to think, reason, and remember
Communication Difficulties: Trouble finding words and understanding speech
Disorientation: Getting lost in familiar places, difficulty balancing or losing track of time
Mood and Behavior Changes: Rapid mood swings, unusual behaviors, and reduced interest in activities
Alzheimer’s disease is the leading cause of dementia. This progressive and degenerative condition impairs brain function by destroying nerve cells across different regions of the brain. It initially causes difficulties with recent memory and learning new information, and, over time, it also impacts long-term memory. Check out our article to learn more about the difference between Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.
Alzheimer’s Disease: The most common form, characterized by progressive memory loss and cognitive decline. It involves the buildup of amyloid plaques and tau tangles in the brain.
Vascular Dementia: Caused by reduced blood flow to the brain due to strokes or other vascular issues, leading to problems with memory, thinking, and reasoning.
Lewy Body Dementia: Marked by the presence of abnormal protein deposits called Lewy bodies in the brain, resulting in fluctuating cognition, visual hallucinations, and motor symptoms similar to Parkinson’s disease.
Frontotemporal Dementia: A group of disorders affecting the frontal and temporal lobes of the brain, leading to significant changes in personality, behavior, and language.
Mixed Dementia: A combination of two or more types of dementia, such as Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia, which can lead to a range of symptoms from each type.
What to do after a dementia diagnosis?
After a dementia diagnosis, take these key steps:
Understand the Diagnosis: Learn about the type of dementia and its progression.
Develop a Care Plan: Work with health care professionals to create a personalized plan, including medication, therapies, and lifestyle changes.
Handle Legal and Financial Matters: Set up powers of attorney, create a will, and plan for long-term care.
Create a Support Network: Build connections with family, friends, and support groups for assistance and advice.
Explore Care Options: Modify the living environment for safety, and consider memory care options for future needs.
To learn how memory care at Westbridge at Wyndemere in Wheaton, Illinois, can help your family member or loved one, use our contact form .
And in the meantime, read our Choosing the Right Living Option guide to learn more.