Dementia Care Services

The Dementia program was specifically designed to meet the needs of patients with memory impairment, Alzheimer's and dementia. It provides a comfortable, home-like setting, where patients receive the specialized care and attention they need to live with as much dignity and independence as possible. Staff members in the dementia unit are specially trained and experienced in working with patients with memory impairment. We also work to keep caretaker assignments consistent and to maintain the optimum staff-to-patient ratio.

THE PROGRAM INCLUDES:

RESTORATIVE NURSING

Comprehensive services to meet the medical needs of our residents.

DINING ASSISTANCE

The dementia unit has its own dining room, designed to accommodate the special needs of unit residents. Nutritional and feeding assistance is provided as needed.

COMMUNITY SUPPORT GROUPS
FOR FAMILIES AND FRIENDS

Caring support for caregivers of all ages.

A FULL ACTIVITIES PROGRAM TO
STIMULATE THE MIND AND BODY

Activities programming at Linwood Care Center is designed with the special needs of dementia patients in mind. Our structured, specialized program offers therapeutic activities that focus on the needs of memory-impaired residents. Programs include group and one-on-one activities--and family members are always welcome!

SAFETY IS PARAMOUNT AT LINWOOD CARE CENTER

Many patients with Alzheimer's or dementia exhibit wandering behaviors that can endanger their safety. These residents require a higher level of supervision and security, and our dementia unit provides that. The unit is furnished with a secure outdoor walking area, and a unit-wide locking system. The unit is also small enough that patients can transfer from one setting to another without leaving the secure
environment.

WHAT RESIDENTS AND FAMILIES
SAY ABOUT OUR CENTER

"My father was diagnosed with Alzheimer's four years ago. Since then my husband and I have had a total of three days' vacation. This year we called the respite program at Linwood Care Center and spent a week together, reconnecting. What a relief to know Dad was safe!"
--Suzanne W.