Dementia and Alzheimer’s Memory Care in North Dakota
Support designed to make the most of each moment.
People diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia require a special kind of care. Memory care at Benedictine Living Community–Garrison, is designed to provide personalized care organized around the individual’s needs.
In addition, our well-trained memory care teams employ best practices developed through research to provide the compassionate mission-driven senior health care for which Benedictine is known.
While Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia can make each day a challenge, our memory care services in Garrison, North Dakota, offer programming and activities to engage neighbors and promote a sense of purpose, as well as family support that integrates family members into each neighbor’s plan of care. Together we work toward one objective: more good days.
Our person-centered memory care environment includes:
- Private rooms or shared rooms
- Professional team of experienced nurses and other qualified caregivers
- Specialized programming and activities that engage and promote a sense of purpose
- Family support that integrates the family into each neighbor’s plan of care
- Common dining room, sitting room and activity rooms
- Regularly scheduled social and recreational activities
- Daily laundry, housekeeping and meal services provided
Call (701)-463-2226 or get in touch using the form on this page to learn more about the memory care services available at our welcoming Garrison, North Dakota community.
What is the difference between Alzheimer’s disease and dementia?
According to the National Institute on Aging, dementia refers to the loss of cognitive functions such as thinking, reasoning and the ability to remember, that is severe enough to interfere with a person’s daily functioning. While dementia isn’t a disease, it may accompany certain diseases or conditions, the most common of which is Alzheimer’s.
Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive, degenerative brain disease that specifically affects parts of the brain that control thought, memory and language. The National Institutes of Health estimates that more than five million people in the United States have Alzheimer’s disease. Although younger people can get Alzheimer’s, symptoms generally begin after age 60.
When is memory care needed?
In most Benedictine Living Communities, memory care can be offered in assisted living or in skilled nursing, depending on the neighbor’s medical needs. When a person exhibits signs of Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia that affect quality of life or the ability to safely remain in their current living situation, a residential memory care program may be appropriate. For more information, read our blog post, When is Memory Care Needed?
Is staffing different in memory care?
Staff members are specially trained to care for people experiencing Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. And these special caregivers carry with them a compassionate temperament and a passion for providing dignified, respectful memory care to individuals and their families.
Are family members and friends welcome to visit?
Family and friends are welcome to visit. Ask about visiting policies when you tour the community.