Gratefulness is the key to a happy life, and being thankful is something we are especially cognizant about at this time of year. Not only are we approaching Thanksgiving – which is, as the name states, all about giving thanks – but we’re also getting ready to wrap up the year, which is when many of us take stock of the things in our life that we are thankful for. For those whose loved ones are living with dementia and are residents of our community, Bridges® by EPOCH at Norwalk is certainly something to be thankful for.
“We are thankful for family caregivers, and it is our honor to provide service for their family members who have become members of our community,” says Addie Ricci, Executive Director of Bridges® by EPOCH at Norwalk, a memory care assisted living community providing Alzheimer’s care in Norwalk, CT. “At this time of year, we’re incredibly aware of the great gift of trust that families give us, and we offer our chance to show gratitude and thanks to them as well. Help always pays gratitude in great dividends.”
Reasons Why Families Are Thankful
We give back their relationships.
Caring for a loved one at home is challenging and often very isolating. Many family caregivers find that not only are they losing touch with the people “outside” whom they care about, but they’re also pushing aside the role they have with their loved one with dementia. This can be a great source of strain and stress. Perhaps one of the biggest reasons families are thankful for our community is that we can take over the caregiving role, allowing them to be a spouse, child or friend once again.
We provide a safe, enriching environment for their loved one.
Bridges® by EPOCH at Norwalk has a beautiful residential design that’s been created specifically to meet the needs of our residents with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Directional cues, soft colors and aromatherapy create an environment that provides security, familiarity and comfort. Our secure community provides safety and confidence, allowing residents to go where they wish without families needing to worry about their health and well-being.
We provide autonomy and dignity through uplifting programs, activities and events.
Individuals with dementia still want and deserve opportunities to live an enriched, fulfilled life. Our life enrichment team creates innovative ways every day to improve the quality of life for each of our residents by focusing on meaningful engagement that sparks joy. By getting to know each resident personally, we’re able to customize therapies and activities to help them increase happiness and boost self-esteem. We always respect our residents’ abilities, value their opinions and encourage them to take an active role in their care and daily activities.
We offer comprehensive, compassionate memory care.
No matter what stage of dementia our residents are living through, we’re able to provide everything they want and need to age in place safely, comfortably and in a dignified manner. Through early-, mid- and late-stage memory loss, our highly trained and compassionate team work to help residents stay as independent as possible. We accomplish this by tailoring programs and care services to each resident, wherever they may be on their personal journey.
Our environment is homelike and caring.
Our Norwalk community features four intimate households that allow residents to feel more at home and build strong connections with their care team. The first floor of our community features a secure courtyard with elevated gardens, while our second floor has a gorgeous deck that provides an excellent space for time outdoors and social gatherings. Memory care suites in each household open onto the comfortable and inviting common spaces of each household, helping create that homelike feel. It’s truly a place where your loved one can feel at home.
We give families peace of mind.
Finally, Bridges® by EPOCH at Norwalk offers peace of mind to friends, family members and even residents themselves. Everything we offer, from our team of remarkable people to our purposeful design to our exceptional care and services, combines to create a rewarding, secure and enriching lifestyle possible for our residents. This allows families to relax and have peace of mind, knowing that their loved ones are living a life with purpose, thriving and enjoying a high quality of life.
“It is our privilege to care for our residents, and we honor them and their family members every day through our care, attention and opportunities,” Addie states. “We know that families are grateful for us – but we want them to know that we are grateful to them as well for their trust, care and support every day.”
Expert, Life-Enriching Memory Care
Bridges® by EPOCH at Norwalk provides memory care assisted living that is comfortable, positive, safe and engaging. Exclusively dedicated to caring for those with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, our community promotes a wellness-focused lifestyle that emphasizes dignity and individual preferences. Our memory care professionals receive specialized, ongoing training designed to help residents maximize their independence in a secure, calm environment – making a positive impact on the lives of our residents.
Inspiring Programs for All Stages
Bridges® by EPOCH at Norwalk’s services are designed to recognize and adapt to the unique challenges and individuality of each resident while ensuring comfort and safety. We believe in a full-service approach to care and provide personalized attention and programming for residents in every stage of memory loss.
Purposeful Community Design
Within a beautiful residential design, Bridges® by EPOCH at Norwalk provides everything residents with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia need to enjoy comfort, familiarity and security. Soft colors, directional cues and aromatherapy create a soothing and secure environment where residents feel at home.
Bridges® by EPOCH is New England’s largest stand-alone memory care assisted living provider.
Contact us today to learn more.