AltaVita Memory Care Centre is a safe and secure community providing permanent, adult day program, and respite services in suites designed for residents with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Memory care experts customize the community to provide the highest level of security while also offering a sense of independence and freedom. There are four garden patios and a spacious courtyard at the heart of the community for residents and guests to enjoy the outdoors.
Memory Care Centre
Carefully Designed
Memory Care Centre
Carefully Designed
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Regular Comprehensive Assessments
Before your loved one arrives at their new apartment at AltaVita, we perform a thorough assessment to determine their needs and desires so that we may meet each one in an appropriate, respectful and supportive way. Every six months, or if your loved one’s condition changes, we will hold a reassessment to make sure every AltaVita resident’s needs are met at all times.
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Medication Management
The importance and value of having professional caregivers safely administer medications to an individual with memory-related problems are paramount at AltaVita. Our staff is responsible for organizing and administering each resident’s medications as prescribed by their physician.
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Activities of Daily Living
Individuals with memory-related illnesses often require a special touch when it comes to helping them with the activities of daily living. Helping residents in a supportive, respectful way is a hallmark of care at AltaVita Memory Care Centre. With compassion and care, our highly trained staff assists residents with activities including incontinence management, bathing, dressing and meal assistance. We also offer hair and nail services, podiatry care, massage therapy, and other services to gently minimize stress and maintain dignity.
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Secure Environment
AltaVita Memory Care Centre was designed by experts in Alzheimer’s dementia and other memory-related illnesses to provide a warm, comfortable living environment that is both welcoming and completely secure. The community is secure 24 hours a day but designed specifically to create a sense of independence and comfort through our unique “neighborhoods” and spaces within the community, beautiful natural light, and access to secure outdoor and private areas.
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Adult Day Care Program
Caring for an individual with memory care issues at home can be challenging. Our adult daycare program provides short-term relief for hardworking caregivers and offers individuals with memory-related illnesses a new, engaging environment to visit several times a week.
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Respite Care
AltaVita Memory Care Centre’s respite care program offers overnight stays for guests with memory-related illnesses so caregivers can attend to personal matters or simply enjoy a reprieve from the rigors of daily caregiving. Our safe, secure environment features highly trained professionals and structured memory care activities. This provides peace of mind for caregivers, family members, and loved ones.
Memory Care Suite 250 sf
Single bedroom suites include a private bath, while companion bedroom suites include a shared bath. The 11-foot ceilings in all our suites create a spacious, airy and unrestricted atmosphere, while the large windows allow natural light to flow in. Rooms are carpeted for sound and comfort. Our modern heating and cooling system allows for maintenance of residents’ personal level of comfort. Bathrooms include timeless decorative wall and floor tile, designer fixtures, and other well-appointed features that combine to create a comfortable, calming space.
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EXPERIENCED QUALITY TEAM
Our 24-hour staff is carefully selected and specially trained in the complexities of caring for individuals with Alzheimer’s dementia and other memory-related illnesses.
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HOUSEKEEPING
Every resident will receive housekeeping services and all regular maintenance is performed by our staff.
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LAUNDRY SERVICE
Linen and personal laundry services are provided weekly and each resident’s laundry is done individually in their own neighborhood laundry rooms.
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NUTRITIOUS DINING
Our culinary team provides three nutritious. tasty meals each day designed especially to address the needs of individuals with memory-related illnesses and healthy snacks are available throughout the day.
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LIFE-ENRICHING PROGRAMS
Our Life Enrichment team, with extensive experience working with and caring for those with memory-related illnesses, plans a full roster of daily activities designed to support individual strengths and histories and enhance quality of life seven days a week.
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HEALTH & WELLNESS
In addition to daily activities that promote health and wellness for residents, AltaVita also features an exercise and fitness space designed especially for older individuals.
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BEAUTY/BARBER SALON
When we look good, we feel good – it’s with that universal understanding that AltaVita offers regular salon services for every resident. These important services ensure your loved one has the opportunity to maintain their dignity and self-esteem by maintaining their own style and self-image.
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BISTRO & ICE CREAM PARLOR
At the heart of our community is our bistro and ice cream parlor, with rotating offerings to suit all tastes. Residents, family members and guests are encouraged to sit, relax, and share some treats while enjoying each others’ company.
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TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
AltaVita staff are more than happy to arrange transportation for residents emergency and non-emergency needs.
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MEMORY BOXES
AltaVita Memory Boxes are just one way we link your loved one’s past with the present. These beautifully crafted boxes are adorned with items, photos and memorabillia from each resident’s past, and are lovingly displayed outside their suite as a familiar reminder and personal expression of the individual.
