Ashley Gardens of Mount Vernon, a Cascades Living Group memory care community, is nestled in a charming residential neighborhood in Mount Vernon, Washington. This picturesque area, known as the county seat of Skagit County, has been recognized as America's top small city. The community's warm and inviting environment, surrounded by lovely landscaping, creates a true sense of home for residents, families, and care partners. At Ashley Gardens, everyone is considered part of the family, with their input valued in all decisions and aspects of care.
The community's memory care program is specially designed to support individuals at all stages of memory loss, with a focus on creating meaningful moments and fulfilling days for residents. Mosaic, the exclusive Memory Care Program at Ashley Gardens, is the result of years of best-practices research and input from families affected by Alzheimer’s and dementia. This innovative program honors each resident's unique life story and journey, with a team trained to understand and support those living with memory decline.
Ashley Gardens features an architecturally and operationally innovative design, with four intimate neighborhoods housed in cottage-style communities. Each neighborhood consists of 10 residences, providing a comforting and easy-to-navigate environment for residents with memory loss. The small size of these neighborhoods allows care teams to build strong bonds with residents, ensuring their safety and well-being while promoting independence.
The community's wellness and life enrichment teams work collaboratively to keep memory care residents connected and engaged through a variety of specially designed programs and activities. From daily morning greetings to family-style meals and engaging activities like country drives, art projects, and baking demonstrations, residents at Ashley Gardens have ample opportunities to enhance their physical, social, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
In addition to full-time care, Ashley Gardens offers respite care for families in need of temporary support or a short-term stay for their loved ones. These stays not only provide caregivers with a much-needed break but also offer residents a change of routine and the chance to enjoy community amenities and programs. Dining at Ashley Gardens is a significant part of residents' daily experience, with freshly prepared meals served family style in a welcoming and familiar setting. The community's commitment to enhancing life skills through dining experiences reflects its dedication to creating a meaningful and engaging lifestyle for each resident.
With a team of warm, friendly, and knowledgeable associates dedicated to caring for individuals with memory challenges, Ashley Gardens of Mount Vernon is committed to improving the lives of residents while providing peace of mind for families. Their priority is to ensure that every moment of every day is filled with compassionate and person-centered care. If you are looking for a senior living community that values your loved one's individuality and well-being, Ashley Gardens of Mount Vernon may be the perfect place to call home.