Energy Star appliances – refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, garbage disposal
Solid core 6-panel interior doors
Amenities – safety, laundry, storage, parking, Energy Efficiency/Green construction:
These facilities have smaller staff-to-patient ratios and are designed to meet the specific social, medical and safety needs of people who have dementia or some form of cognitive impairment. Effective memory care takes a holistic look at the needs of people with dementia, the Memory Care Apartments have available all the amenities needed.
The development will include numerous safety features:
180-degree viewer and deadbolts in each front door
Single hung, double-pane locking windows; each window sash has two locks for each window for added security
Strategically placed photo cell activated site lighting
Landscaping will minimize obstructions of views at entrances
Coordination with local police department to develop and implement a safety/block-watch program
Each unit will feature a laundry room with washer/dryer hookup
Each unit will incorporate numerous storage areas:
Shelving in laundry rooms located above washer and dryer
Two closets will be provided in the master bedroom, generous closet space in second bedroom, coat closet, and linen closet
Ample parking:
On-site community and recreational spaces:
Understanding the importance of helping our residents create a sense of community, we annually survey several hundred senior residents in our communities to ascertain the amenities and features that seniors feel are most important. As a result, we are incorporating extra square footage into the community space to allow various types of meetings, functions and activities. The building is designed with a large community space that will feature a main room to be utilized for multiple activities such as dancing, yoga, jazzercise, resident dinners, and other large gatherings. An exercise room with work-out equipment and a lending library will also be provided for residents to enjoy.
A shelter house will be located on the property which can be utilized separately or in conjunction with the larger community space and will be equipped with picnic tables and a propane grill. Additionally, covered mailboxes will be conveniently located near the entrance of the building.