…you could find the best of both worlds: a memory care community that takes the time to know your loved one, not as a patient nor a bundle of daily needs, but as a person with a vibrant past and ongoing interests?
Our Central Pennsylavannia Memory Care experts know each resident’s Life Story. They know each resident’s history, accomplishments, preferences and passions. They know how to interact with them, they respect the person they were, and they know how to connect and care for them.
We talk with you and your loved one and learn about likes and dislikes, what they love to do, what they’ve accomplished, hobbies they enjoy, and even what their favorite foods are. We take the time to learn what makes them smile.
When the interview is complete we build a personalized, comprehensive Life Story for your loved one. Each story becomes an actionable guide for families, residents and caregivers.
We help your loved one thrive in an environment that recognizes what makes each resident an individual and knows how to apply their customized Life Story to their daily plan of care to keep them happy, active, engaged and healthy.
We invite family participation and provide opportunities for family education and support.
We combine the heart of caring for your loved one at home, with the hands of professional caregivers. We bring the relationship into perspective, allowing you to enjoy your time as a family again.
What makes Colonial Courtyard at Bedford’s memory care unit unique?
The Memory Care Unit features interactive stations designed to mentally stimulate residents and spark nostalgia. Stations include a Reminiscing Station with Elvis Presley memorabilia and a 1950s-style grocery store with labels and prices from that era. Activities like veteran-themed matching games, crochet, and needlepoint cater to different life stories.
When did Colonial Courtyard at Bedford open its memory care unit?
The Memory Care Unit opened at Colonial Courtyard at Bedford in September 2022 and is home to residents in a beautiful country setting.
What kind of team supports memory care residents at Colonial Courtyard at Bedford?
The team includes a Memory Care Director with years experience in dementia care and a full-time mental health professional. The experienced staff has taught people how to care for those with dementia and creates personalized activities to help residents feel at home.
