While we love visiting with our loved ones, family members, and friends, interacting with individuals with later-stage dementia or Alzheimer’s Disease can have its hurdles. When memories and speech skills are impaired, our loved one may have difficulty communicating with us in the same ways they used to. But there are still lots of ways you can make your time with your loved one meaningful, and ensure they have the best possible quality of life.
At Pacifica Senior Living, providing the very best care to our residents is our number one priority. Whether it is in Independent Living, Assisted Living, or Memory Care, our team of committed caregivers and associates are always striving to make our residents feel at home, supported, and cared for each and every day.
While we love visiting with our loved ones, family members and friends, interacting with individuals with later stage dementia or Alzheimer’s Disease can have its hurdles. When memories and speech skills are impaired, our loved one may have difficulty communicating with us in the same ways they used to. But there are still lots of ways you can make your time with your loved one meaningful. Here are some tips for making the most out of your visit, and ensuring the best possible experience for you both.
Memory and sense are closely connected. A smell, a feel, or a sound can often evoke strong memories. Music therapy is an important tool in Memory Care fields that can be used to help those dealing with dementia, Alzheimer’s disease or other memory loss conditions.
Music is powerful and emotional. Sounds are so closely linked with internal memories and muscle memories, that often we connect sounds with recollections without even realizing it. If you’ve ever tapped along to a song unconsciously, or remembered all the words to an old childhood tune, you’ve experienced the power music can have in evoking deep, internal memories.
There are over 50 million people around the world who are living with Alzheimer’s or some other form of memory impairment. Pacifica Senior Living is committed to raising awareness, answering questions, and raising support for those living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of memory loss. We understand how confusing and uncertain memory loss conditions can be, and we are here to help you and your loved one along the journey with information, resources, and support.
Senior living is definitely not a one size fits all offering. You might liken it to a piece of custom furniture; you pick the pattern, colors, style, and size but what suits you best might not be right for everyone. Such is the case with senior living.
Each individual brings their preferences, needs, and desires to the table in hopes of finding just the right accommodations to fit their lifestyle. So, how do you know where to start this search for the perfect senior sanctuary? Our overview will point you down the right path and get you started on your journey to senior living.
Pacifica Senior Living Mission Villa is a Memory Care community dedicated to offering the very best care and home like environment for those dealing with memory loss, Alzheimer's, or cognitive impairment. Our mission is to foster a community rooted in respect and dignity and provide a comfortable, peaceful home for our Memory Care residents.
Living with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease presents unique challenges, particularly as these conditions progress and memory loss impacts the ability to complete a variety of normal daily activities.
During the advanced stages of memory loss conditions like dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, a person may no longer be able to participate in traditional routines as their symptoms progress. For these individuals, personalized quality care and comfort are essential to maintaining their well-being and minimizing frustration or confusion associated with memory-related conditions.
The connection between our senses and our memory is a deep one. Smells, sounds, and tastes can invoke warm memories, while visuals and touch can have strong associations. This connection between memory and sense can be a useful tool in Memory Care programs and treatments.
At Pacifica Senior Living we aim to be on the cusp of new studies, programs and treatments that can help our residents enjoy a more comfortable, peaceful life.
When a person is diagnosed with a degenerative neurological condition like Parkinson’s disease or Alzheimer’s disease or other memory loss diseases, they may experience new challenges or disruptions to their routines and daily life. Favorite pastimes become more difficult, and managing household tasks can feel overwhelming. These individuals may even feel disoriented or out of place.
With Dementia rates unfortunately climbing, the need for specialized care programs is also increasing. At Pacifica Senior Living & The Meridian communities, we offer our innovative Namaste Care to help residents experience as much peace and calm as possible in the later stages of life.