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Frequently asked questions about Memory Care

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Prices for Journey by Aspira, our memory care approach, vary depending on the level of care needed so it's essential to check with individual residences for updated information. Please contact an Aspira sales advisor at 1866-959-4848 to find out more.

Look for a safe environment, qualified staff, specialized programming for cognitive impairment, a high staff-to-resident ratio, and comprehensive healthcare services. The residence should also have a family-involvement approach and provide various recreational activities. At Journey by Aspira, we offer a unique, person-centered, and compassionate approach. Using evidence-based methods, our memory care program is dedicated to helping residents with varying levels of physical or cognitive impairments like alzheimer and dementia, to safely maintain or improve their overall well-being to make each day meaningful.

At Aspira memory care homes we recommend you pack comfortable clothes, a few cherished mementos for comfort, family photos, and familiar items to personalize the living space at our memory care residences. Also, consider easy-to-use electronics and toiletries. Aspira Riverbend Crossing Memory Care is a retirement community that specializes in caring for those living with Alzheimer’s, dementia, and/or other forms of cognitive or memory impairment. Several Aspira senior residences are also home to excellent memory care neighbourhoods. Please contact an Aspira sales advisor at 1866-959-4848 to find out more.

The transition should be considered when home care becomes insufficient or if there are safety concerns. Increased care needs, frequent confusion, agitation, and risk of wandering are indicators that it may be time for a care home. A healthcare professional can help determine the right time. 

Care should be sought when home safety is compromised, caregiver stress is high, or the person with Alzheimer's has escalating health or behavior concerns. A healthcare professional can help determine the right time. 

Memory Care facilities specialize in caring for individuals with memory loss conditions, providing targeted therapies and a safe, secure and specially-tailored environment. Aspira retirement homes provide Independent Living and Assisted Living services to anyone who is overwhelmed by running their home and wants more freedom in their life or having trouble with daily activities due to physical and/or medical conditions.

Memory Care is a broad term for treating individuals with various memory-related conditions, including dementia. On the other hand, dementia care is specifically designed for those diagnosed with different types of dementia. So, while all dementia care is part of Memory Care, Memory Care also caters to other cognitive impairments. Aspira Riverbend Crossing Memory Care is a community that specializes in caring for those living with Alzheimer’s, dementia, or other forms of cognitive or memory impairment. Several Aspira senior residences are also home to excellent memory care neighbourhoods.