Memory Care
Be present with each day.
HearthStone offers memory care in Florida through Connections by Ciel, a specialized program for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Available at communities in Leesburg, Nona Lakes, and Wildwood, Connections by Ciel is guided by five pillars that recognize the different ways residents experience connection and well-being.
Dementia Care Certified team members provide personalized support, with an on-site Memory Care Coordinator helping shape care around each resident’s history and preferences. Life Skill Stations incorporate familiar experiences into daily life, while the Mood Food Culinary Program brings additional thought to dining. LifeLoop helps families remain connected to their family member’s experience, reinforcing an approach to memory care that continues to see the individual beyond the diagnosis.
At HearthStone, we not only immerse ourselves in each resident’s individuality, but we also work closely with their family and friends. It’s only by having a total picture that we can offer the best care. If you’re wondering whether memory care at HearthStone is right for your family member or friend living with dementia or Alzheimer’s, learn more below.
Connections by Ciel
Welcome to a life of freedom, flexibility, balance, and connection with Ciel’s signature memory care program, Connections by Ciel. Designed with compassion and innovation, this program is dedicated to supporting individuals with memory impairments, including Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Through personalized care, enhanced safety measures, and engaging programming, Connections by Ciel empowers residents to maintain their independence and enjoy a higher quality of life.
At the core of Connections by Ciel is a commitment to holistic wellness through our five pillars of connection:
- Kinship
- Spirituality
- Social engagement
- Physical activity
- Intellectual well-being
These pillars guide every aspect of our care, creating an environment where residents feel supported, valued, and empowered to live their best days. Whether your parent is in the early stages of memory loss or requires more advanced support, our program is tailored to meet them where they are while preserving their preferred rhythm of daily life.
Our dedicated Dementia Care Certified team members, along with an on-site Memory Care Coordinator, work closely with residents, families, and healthcare providers to create a collaborative care approach. This ensures that every resident receives the personalized and attentive support they need to thrive. Our trained dementia care professionals are not only experts in managing the complexities of memory loss but are also deeply committed to fostering meaningful connections and enriching the lives of those in our care.
Personalized Support and Custom Programs at HearthStone Memory Care Communities
Your family member’s past history and future path are unique to them. At HearthStone, we celebrate individual differences and histories by personalizing all our memory care programming. We begin with a wellness review of each resident’s abilities and a conversation about their passions. Then we create a unique approach to care that creates moments that are meaningful to them each day.
Connections by Ciel elevates each resident’s lifestyle by including some of the following innovative programs and tools:
- LifeLoop Technology: Streamlines communication between caregivers, residents, and families while enhancing overall engagement.
- Low-Vision Support: Delivered through our preferred therapy provider to aid residents with visual impairments.
- Purposeful Life Skill Stations: Located throughout our neighborhood to encourage familiarity, engagement, and a sense of purpose.
- Mood Food Culinary Program: A dining approach that focuses on creating nutritious, memory-enhancing meals designed to boost overall well-being.
- Innovative Safety Technology: Advanced safety measures to ensure peace of mind for both residents and their families.
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What is memory care?
How do I know when it’s time for memory care?
While some people can continue their daily activities at home with the help of a family member or caregiver during the early stages of dementia, there may come a point when they will benefit from additional care. If you are wondering if it’s time to get more support for your family member living with dementia, the Alzheimer’s Association recommends asking the following questions to help guide you in deciding if a move to memory care may be beneficial:
- Is it becoming unsafe in their current living situation?
- Is the health of either your family member or their caregivers at risk?
- Are their care needs within the physical abilities of their caregivers?
- Are you or other caregivers feeling stressed, irritable, or impatient?
- Is caring them interfering with other responsibilities, such as work or family
- Would they benefit from more structure and social engagement?
If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, transitioning to a memory care community may improve their quality of life.
What Memory Care Programs does HearthStone offer?
With a convenient all-inclusive monthly fee, HearthStone residents have access to many services and amenities, including delectable dining; housekeeping with laundry and linen service; help with daily living activities, around-the-clock health monitoring; personalized wellness programs; social, educational, and spiritual programming and events; and 24-hour security.
Our highly trained team supports every resident’s unique interests, history, and needs. We develop a personalized approach designed to honor your family member or friend’s legacy and passion while simultaneously cultivating an environment of health and happiness. We acknowledge that the physical, social, intellectual, and spiritual elements of life are all equally important, and that’s why we target each of our programs to these four elements.
How do I choose a memory care community?
Each memory care community is unique. Asking the right questions and doing research ahead of time can help you find the community that best meets your needs. Some things to consider as you engage in your decision-making process are:
- Is the community sensitive to the needs of individuals with memory impairments? Does the layout of the community help orient and support the experience of the residents?
- Are the team members cordial, and do the residents appear happy and engaged? Is there a calendar of programming?
- Are there safe and enclosed outdoor areas for walking or spending time outside?
- What dementia-specific training do the team members have?
- Is there on-site medical support?
- Is continuing care available should more complex medical care be required?
- Are you able to tour the community, either virtually or in-person?
Memory Care in the Orlando, Florida area
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Frequently Asked Questions
Memory care communities in Florida are designed to provide specialized support for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Secure environments and dementia-specific programming are often important parts of that support.
At HearthStone, memory care is offered through Connections by Ciel. Life Skill Stations bring familiar experiences into daily life, while the Mood Food Culinary Program gives additional thought to dining. LifeLoop helps families stay connected to their family member’s experience and the community.
HearthStone offers memory care in Central Florida at communities in Leesburg, Nona Lakes, and Wildwood. These locations provide specialized support through Connections by Ciel for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.
Each community is designed to provide a secure, supportive setting while still feeling warm and personal. Residents are known for more than their diagnosis, with support shaped around their history and individual preferences.
Assisted living in Florida is generally designed for older adults who need help with daily routines while maintaining as much independence as possible. Memory care provides more specialized support for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.
At HearthStone, Connections by Ciel includes Dementia Care Certified team members and an on-site Memory Care Coordinator. The program also incorporates dementia-specific programming and a secure environment designed around the needs of residents experiencing memory loss.
Memory care team members typically receive specialized training to better understand dementia and how memory loss can affect communication and everyday experiences.
At HearthStone, team members throughout the community are trained to support residents. Connections by Ciel also includes Dementia Care Certified professionals and an on-site Memory Care Coordinator, helping create a more consistent understanding of each resident throughout the community.