Welcome to The Courtyards, Assisted Living & Memory Care
Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia can bring enormous challenges to daily life, both for people living with memory loss and for their families. The Courtyards staff is specially trained in the many facets of caring for those with dementia. We strive to provide a comforting and secure environment that encourages social engagement and celebrates connections at every level.
In addition, Brightwater offers an Independent Living and Assisted Living options.
Personal Healthcare Services
The Courtyards practices a person-centered care approach that honours and respects the voices of its residents as well as those closest to them. The emphasis is always on the resident as an individual. A comprehensive life history is completed, which focuses on the experiences, preferences, and interests that characterize the unique person he or she is today. An individualized service plan is then created and revised on a routine basis. Our care, however, is a continuing process of listening, observing, and trying new or different approaches to assure the resident’s optimum wellbeing.
Services Include:
- Health monitoring by licensed nurses
- Medication management
- Diabetes management, including blood sugar monitoring and insulin administration
- Oxygen management
- Assistance with showering, grooming, dressing
- Toileting and incontinence care
- Transferring and walking assistance
- Catheter and ostomy care
- Special diets
- Risk monitoring for safety concerns
- Personal laundry
- Positive behavior support
Feels Like Home
The Courtyards at Brightwater Senior Living of Linden Ridge provides the finest lifestyle options for seniors with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. It offers outstanding healthcare services, an enhanced activities program, and an exceptional dining experience all within a safe and secured environment. The studio suites promote privacy and independence while the common areas encourage socialization among residents, family, and friends. Additionally, located throughout the common areas are life skills stations, which encourage involvement in familiar activities.
Connections Program
Activities offer residents an avenue to enjoy life and remain engaged in the world around them. The compassionate staff is specially trained in Brightwater’s Connections Program, which focuses on purposeful, meaningful activities that allow residents to enjoy their environment regardless of the degree of memory loss. Activities such as art and sculpting classes, reading and singing groups, gardening, baking, and fitness classes are adjusted to meet the capabilities of the individual resident.
We invite you to spend some time with us at Brightwater Senior Living of Linden Ridge to learn more about how our memory care program can enhance life for your loved one.
Connecting in a New Environment
Moving into a new living environment for someone experiencing memory loss involves major change for your loved one. New surroundings and unfamiliar people can sometimes feel overwhelming or stressful for them. Therefore, it is important to understand the unique adjustments and special care involved in helping them feel comfortable with their new home.