Explore the Benefits of a Move to Bridges®

When your loved one has been diagnosed with dementia, it’s natural to have questions or worries about the future. Perhaps one of the biggest questions to be answered is whether your loved one will remain at home or move into a memory care community.

At Bridges® by EPOCH, we know that the best outcomes rely on a personalized approach and best-practices in dementia care. Our residents thrive with 24-hour support and meaningful programs – and our families often tell us they wish they had made the transition sooner.

Explore the Benefits of a Move to Bridges®

When your loved one has been diagnosed with dementia, it’s natural to have questions or worries about the future. Perhaps one of the biggest questions to be answered is whether your loved one will remain at home or move into a memory care community.

At Bridges® by EPOCH, we know that the best outcomes rely on a personalized approach and best-practices in dementia care. Our residents thrive with 24-hour support and meaningful programs – and our families often tell us they wish they had made the transition sooner.

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So, How Do You Know What Is the Right Choice?

The journey with dementia is a personal one, and there is no ‘right answer’ when it comes to decisions about care. Some families find that they can provide care for their loved one at home in the early stages of the disease. However, as memory impairment progresses, care needs often increase to a level that is beyond what family caregivers can typically or safely provide at home.

While the move to residential memory care can be a difficult and emotional decision, it ultimately makes a positive impact for both the resident – and the family caregiver. The individual with memory loss receives customized care and engaging life enrichment programs within a safe, supportive environment; the family caregiver can let go of the daily stresses and worries of full-time caregiving and instead refocus their energy on their relationships.

Benefits of Bridges® for Those with Memory Loss

Our teams have a deep understanding of the physical, emotional and logistical challenges that come along with memory impairment – and know how to handle them safely and effectively. We reassure, validate and connect with the person inside to add joy and meaning through all stages of memory loss.

Around-the-Clock Support

Care available 24/7 is one of the biggest benefits of a memory care assisted living community. It would be impossible for one family member to provide the same level of care for their loved one as they would receive in a community. At Bridges® by EPOCH, we have a full team of professionals with a variety of skill sets – from wellness to dining to life enrichment – to provide assistance whenever it is needed.

Customized Approach to Wellness

Bridges® team members are well-versed in dementia care best practices and understand that the best outcomes rely on a personalized approach. They take time to learn about each resident – their life stories, hobbies, likes and dislikes – to enhance residents’ quality of life.

Engaging Programming and Socialization

Beyond providing a safe place to live, Bridges® communities are designed for connection and socialization. Our life enrichment teams create fun, enriching opportunities every day – fitness, entertainment, art classes, recreational therapies and even outings – all adapted to varying ability levels and interests.

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Benefits of Bridges® for Families

​Providing full-time care for a loved one with memory loss at home can be a lonely and demanding experience. Caregivers may have to juggle other responsibilities like their career, cooking, cleaning, yard maintenance, laundry, grocery shopping, or providing care for children. It can lead to feelings of stress, worry or even resentment.

At Bridges® by EPOCH, our dedicated memory care provides everything the individual with memory impairment needs, so families can simply focus on being families again. Caregivers can trade in all the challenges and worries of caring for their loved one – for the opportunity to nurture their relationship as the spouse, child or other family member.

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