Age affects each person differently and there is no “one size fits all” method to care for everyone. “Retirement” and aging should not mean the end of an era filled with purpose and joy. It simply requires small adjustments to meet the individual wherever they are in their own journey. Instead of dwelling on what was, we instead celebrate what is still there.
Though Inspired Connections, a proprietary program that was developed from decades of experience, we strive to honor and nurture our residents’ unique life journeys. Physically, emotionally, spiritually, and culturally, we celebrate all that life has been, is, and will be for those entrusted to our care.
Compassionate Touch – This approach combines skilled, therapeutic touch and aromatherapy shown to promote calm and decrease agitation and stress.
Art Through The Ages – Using a variety of creative activities and outlets, we give residents regular opportunities for artistic expression to boost mood, as well as give a sense of accomplishment and purpose.
Musical Memories – Tapping into the power of personalized music choices to unlock cherished memories, ease stress and pain, brighten the mood and stimulate the brain.
Purposeful Living – Residents take on simple tasks, duties, and engagements that add value and purpose to their life and foster feelings of belonging and contribution which may have been diminished in recent due to health decline or isolation.
Meaningful Movement – This physical activity utilizes gentle forms of exercise to help maintain balance, stability, and muscle tone, as well as gives residents an outlet to release stress.
Deepening Relationships – Relationships are the glue that keep us bound as families and friends, and help pull us through some of the more difficult challenges of life. We emphasis the importance of developing personal relationships with the residents and encourage strengthening familial relationships with family meal-time, games, outings, and events.
