Memory Care in Bridgewater, NJ
Dedicated support for memory loss.
The memory care neighborhood at The Arbor in Bridgewater, NJ offers a comfortable, supportive and engaging environment for up to 10 residents. Our highly trained care team gets to know each resident’s background and interests to create opportunities that help residents reconnect to memorable moments and engage in meaningful activities.
Activities and programs are designed to complement each resident’s individual needs and enrich their daily lives. In addition, group activities help memory care residents connect with others on a daily basis. Exercise classes, such as Morning Stretch, Movin’ to Music and Walking Group, boost physical and mental health. Brain games, trivia and jigsaw puzzles stimulate memory and sharpen cognitive skills. Sing Along and Refreshment Social offer opportunities for connection.
At The Arbor, we’re committed to providing programs and activities that help residents find purpose and joy. In our safe, supportive environment, individuals with memory loss can find a renewed sense of self with people they know and trust.
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Heartfelt Connections: A Memory Care Program
Each member of our memory care team at Laurel Circle is trained in the innovative and proven Heartfelt CONNECTIONS – A Memory Care Program®, a comprehensive program based on the latest in dementia 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.
Activities to engage mind, body and spirit.
From walking group and balloon volleyball to flower arranging and nail time, there’s something for everyone.
Life-enhancing services
- Chef-prepared meals and snacks
- Laundry and housekeeping
- Assistance with activities of daily living
- Licensed nursing staff on-site 24/7
- Medication administration
- Pet therapy by certified therapy animals
- Music therapy
- Art therapy
- Restorative programs for mobility
- Personalized activities and group programs
Life-enriching amenities
- Private suites
- Comfortable common spaces
- Secure courtyard
- Walking paths
- Safe supportive environment
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between memory care and assisted living?
Memory care provides support for activities of daily living similar to assisted living, but also offers specialized staff, memory-based programming and a secure environment. Alzheimer’s and dementia care in a community setting often can reduce the incidences of emergencies, violent behavior and isolation in those with age-related dementia.
What signs might indicate that my loved one could benefit from memory care?
People with age-related dementia tend to forget things that just happened, have trouble making decisions, get confused by things they’ve seen and heard, and may have trouble sleeping. As the condition progresses, they may not recognize familiar people and places, they may wander, get irritated easily, or need help with daily activities such as eating, dressing and bathing. A physician can do tests to see if your loved one has a form of dementia or some other condition causing similar symptoms.