The Arbors at Etheridge House Senior Living is dedicated to providing specialized care for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or memory loss. The Arbors memory care program is designed to engage residents on a personal level, tailoring activities to their interests and creating opportunities for social interaction with care partners and friends. Unlike other communities that rely solely on medication and technology, The Arbors believes in the power of relationships as a therapy for memory care. Their Best Friends™ approach focuses on respecting each individual's life story, fostering empathy, support, trust, and humor to create deeper connections with residents.
Each resident at The Arbors has a personalized care plan that celebrates their memories, achievements, and traditions. Their life story is considered a living document that is updated as their needs and interests evolve. The community offers a smaller, more intimate environment with neighborhoods featuring 16 suites and a central common area where residents can gather and socialize. Before providing personal care services, staff members take the time to engage with residents and ask them about their day, reinforcing a sense of connection and individualized care.
The Arbors at Etheridge House Senior Living also features a Snoezelen Room, a Multi-Sensory Environment (MSE) designed to stimulate the senses and promote relaxation. Using lighting effects, color, sounds, music, aromatherapy, and tactile materials, the room helps calm anxiety and provide comfort for residents. The community emphasizes living in the moment and taking each day as it comes, encouraging spontaneous engagement with activities like dancing, baking, and watching movies that are driven by the memories and moods of the residents. This approach allows residents to experience joy, connection, and fulfillment in their daily lives.