Senior Living Community Care Options

Common Questions
About Senior Care

How does Memory Care differ from other types
of senior living options, such as assisted living
or independent living?

Memory Care provides higher support and supervision tailored to memory impairments. Ciela offers specialized programming, staff training, and safety measures while maintaining residents' dignity and independence.

What specialized care and support does Ciela provide
for individuals with memory impairments like dementia
or Alzheimer's disease?

Memory Care at Ciela (Bloom) offers personalized dementia support, providing assistance with daily living activities and developing individualized care plans for dementia. Our tailored care plans include cognitive stimulation activities designed to enhance mental function, along with a secure environment to ensure safety and prevent wandering.

What qualifications and training do staff members at
Ciela have to support residents with memory impairments?

Staff at Ciela Memory Care undergo specialized dementia care training, including communication techniques and behavior management strategies, to provide high-quality care for residents, even in the advanced stages of Alzheimer's. Our team is equipped with certifications like CDP or CADDCT and utilizes tools such as memory tests for dementia to ensure comprehensive and effective support.

How does Ciela handle medication management?

Our staff is trained in medication management, including administering medications according to prescribed schedules and monitoring residents for any adverse reactions. In case of medical emergencies, we have protocols in place to provide immediate assistance, including access to on-site medical personnel or coordination with emergency services for more severe situations.

What's included in my Ciela membership?

Included in your monthly rent is a wide variety of services designed to help you stay healthy, energized and mobile.

• All food & beverage
• Restaurant style dining
• Housekeeping and laundry services
• Transportation, appointment and reservation scheduling
• Wifi & utilities
• Vitality & wellness programs
• Social & recreational activities
• 24-hour concierge service
• Campus-wide security
• 24-hour emergency call response systems
• Access to all common areas for socialization + relaxation

My loved one needs some additional assistance.
How can you support them?

Rest assured knowing that if your loved one needs additional support, the following optional services, sometimes known as, activities of daily living, are also available:

• Bathing, dressing and grooming
• Medication management
• Escort assistance to meals and activities
• Daily wellness checks
• Daytime and overnight assistance for incontinence

How does Ciela ensure the safety and security of
residents with memory impairments, particularly those
prone to wandering or confusion?

Ciela prioritizes safety with secured entrances, alarmed doors, enclosed outdoor areas, circadian lighting, and motion detectors in resident rooms to prevent wandering and ensure prompt intervention in emergencies.

What types of therapeutic activities and programming
are offered at Ciela to engage residents and promote
cognitive function?

Ciela Memory Care offers therapeutic activities like reminiscence therapy, music therapy, art therapy, sensory stimulation, and structured exercises to promote cognitive function, social interaction, and emotional well-being, led by trained professionals.

What are some common behaviors and symptoms
observed in the middle and later stages of dementia,
and how can caregivers manage them effectively?

Understanding the stages of dementia can help caregivers and family members better support their loved ones as they navigate the challenges of this condition. In the middle stages of dementia, it is common for individuals to experience significant changes in sleep patterns, often not sleeping through the night and waking up confused. This can be distressing for both the person with dementia and their caregivers. Additionally, repetitive behaviors, such as repeating phrases, are prevalent in this stage due to memory impairment and cognitive decline. Dementia anxiety may also become more pronounced, leading to increased restlessness and agitation.

As the condition progresses to the later stages, apathy can set in, where the person with dementia shows a lack of interest or motivation in activities they once enjoyed. This stage may also bring about challenges with eating, with individuals sometimes refusing to eat due to changes in taste, difficulty swallowing, or a decreased sense of hunger. Triggers for wandering in dementia, such as searching for a familiar place or person, can become more frequent and pose safety risks. It’s crucial to recognize these behaviors and implement strategies to manage them effectively, such as establishing a consistent routine, creating a calm environment, and providing reassurance. Understanding these symptoms and their progression can help in creating tailored care plans that address the specific needs of individuals at each stage of dementia.

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