Memory Care Meets Lakeside Peace
Our Memory Care program combines specialized dementia support with the calming backdrop of the lake to create a safe, reassuring environment for residents. With 24/7 trained staff, structured routines, and personalized engagement, we focus on reducing stress, strengthening familiarity, and preserving dignity. Families can move forward with confidence knowing their loved one is supported by a dedicated team committed to stability, compassion, and high-quality care — all in a setting designed to promote comfort and calm.
Why Choose Memory Care at The Whitcomb?
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Compassionate, Specialized Support
Our Memory Care team is trained to understand the unique needs of individuals living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Care is delivered gently, patiently, and with one-on-one attention that prioritizes dignity, comfort, and emotional reassurance.
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A Safe, Structured Environment
Memory Care at The Whitcomb is designed for safety and ease—secure doors, clear navigation, calming spaces, and supportive routines that reduce anxiety and help residents feel balanced and grounded throughout the day.
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Personalized Daily Care Plans
Each resident receives a customized care plan built around their preferences, cognitive abilities, medical needs, and personal history. We adjust support as needs change, ensuring residents stay comfortable, stable, and engaged.
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Purposeful, Engaging Activities
Our lifestyle programming is tailored specifically for memory care, focusing on:
Guided exercise
Music therapy
Sensory engagement
Art and hands-on activities
Reminiscence and storytelling
Small-group or one-on-one participation
These activities stimulate the mind, support emotional well-being, and create moments of joy every day.
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Warm, Familiar Environment
Residents benefit from a calm, homelike setting designed to reduce confusion and promote comfort. Our staff builds trusting relationships with each resident, helping them feel known, supported, and genuinely cared for.
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Peace of Mind
Families can rest easy knowing their loved one is supported around the clock. Our team provides continuous monitoring, safety checks, medication management, and immediate assistance whenever needed.
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Family Communication
We keep families informed, involved, and supported. Regular updates, care plan reviews, and open communication help families stay connected and confident about their loved one’s care.
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Seamless Transition Within the Same Community
If a resident begins in Independent or Assisted Living, transitioning to Memory Care happens smoothly—without the stress of leaving The Whitcomb. This continuity maintains familiarity, stability, and emotional comfort.
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A Team that Leads with Heart
Our caregivers, nurses, dining staff, and leadership are known for their patience, kindness, and genuine commitment to residents. At The Whitcomb, care isn’t task-based—it’s relationship-based.
Memory Care- Frequently Asked Questions
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Memory Care provides specialized support for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, or cognitive decline. The Whitcomb offers a secure, structured, and nurturing environment with staff trained to meet each resident’s unique needs.
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Memory Care offers:
Higher staff supervision
Secure, easy-to-navigate surroundings
Structured routines
Specialized activities for cognitive support
More frequent check-ins and hands-on assistance
It’s designed for residents who need more guidance, redirection, and safety oversight throughout the day.
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Residents receive:
24/7 staffing and supervision
Assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
Medication management
Regular safety checks
Three meals daily + snacks
Housekeeping and laundry services
Structured daily activities
Mobility and escort assistance
Behavior and redirection support
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The Memory Care neighborhood is secure with controlled access to ensure resident safety while still allowing freedom of movement within the unit.
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The Whitcomb’s Memory Care program focuses on:
Music therapy
Chair exercise
Sensory stimulation
Art and hands-on projects
Reminiscence sessions
Small-group engagement
One-on-one meaningful activities
Programs are tailored to resident abilities and designed to promote comfort and connection.
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We create an individualized care plan based on medical history, cognitive level, personal routines, interests, and family insights. Care plans are reviewed regularly and adjusted as needs change.
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Memory Care caregivers receive specialized dementia training, including communication strategies, behavior management, redirection techniques, and person-centered care best practices.
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The team is trained to support residents with wandering, exit-seeking, anxiety, repetitive behaviors, or agitation using gentle redirection and structured routines. Severe or unsafe behaviors are evaluated individually.
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Families are encouraged to visit regularly and remain involved in their loved one’s life. The Whitcomb maintains an open, family-centered approach.
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While The Whitcomb is not a medical facility, the team coordinates with outside providers such as primary care physicians, home health, therapy services, hospice, and specialists as needed.
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Controlled-access Memory Care unit
Emergency call systems
24/7 staffing and monitoring
Routine safety rounds
Fall-prevention practices
Staff trained in dementia safety protocols
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Rates depend on room type and level of care. The Whitcomb team provides transparent pricing, explains what’s included, and helps families understand expected care needs.
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Typically when a loved one:
Needs constant supervision
Wanders or gets easily disoriented
Has declining judgment or safety awareness
Experiences increased agitation or confusion
Struggles with daily tasks and personal care
Is unsafe in a less structured environment
Our team can help guide families through this decision.
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Residents can transition into Memory Care within the same building, maintaining familiarity and reducing stress for both residents and families.
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