When Mom is living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, staying safe at home can get harder by the month. Memory care communities offer secure surroundings, structured days, and staff trained in dementia care. Your MoveMyMom Advisor can help you understand the options in Palm Beach County and connect you with local pros. Our help is always at no cost to families.
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In Florida, assisted living facilities that advertise special care for people with Alzheimer’s or other dementias must meet extra standards, including staff dementia training. Ask any community about its staff training and how it handles changing needs.
Moves into memory care need extra planning. Familiar objects, photos, and furniture can help Mom feel at home. A senior move manager can set up her new room so it looks and feels familiar on the first day, and can help the family agree on which familiar things to bring. Many families choose to handle the move while Mom spends the day with a relative or friend, so she arrives to a room that’s already set up.
Often, yes. Many memory care neighborhoods are part of licensed assisted living communities.
Familiar objects, a consistent routine, and regular visits help. Ask the staff for their advice.
Many families set up the room first so Mom arrives to a familiar space. Do whatever feels easiest for her.
Call when you’re ready. We’ll listen first. Pick up the phone and dial 877-575-9900, or tell us about Mom online.
