Memory Care at Chartwell Stillwater Creek in Nepean
Chartwell Stillwater Creek is a reputable retirement community in Nepean offering specialized memory care services in a dedicated, secure neighbourhood within the residence. Our staff are specially trained in supporting seniors living with cognitive impairment and provide caring and compassionate service that builds trust with residents, enhancing their daily living experience. We also support the families and friends of our residents, helping you to navigate your loved one’s experience with dementia, together.
Explore our memory care services in Nepean
The memory care services at Chartwell Stillwater Creek prioritize a sense of security, personal fulfillment, and peace, and feature a variety of customized services delivered by trusted and trained staff. With the goal of enhancing or maintaining your loved one’s quality of life, their care support may include services such as:
- High staff-to-resident ratios
- Secure and interactive setting with 24-hour supervision
- Staff training in Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA) and Positive Persuasive Approach (PPA) to help them understand and cater to the unique needs of our residents living with dementia
- Specialized life-enrichment programming, supportive and nutritious dining experience and group outings
- Flexible routines that balance structure with spontaneity
- Person-centred care plans reflective of residents’ unmet needs, abilities, and interests
- Dedicated Memory Living Manager and Social Worker to support families
Explore Chartwell’s Memory Care program
Interested in learning more about the care, services, and unique features of our Memory Care program? Download our brochure today to take a deeper dive into our program, including more information on our personalized care plans, trained and caring staff, and how our Assisted Living Managers can support you and your family.
Learn about our unique approach to memory care in Nepean
We uniquely take a person-centred approach to memory care at Chartwell Stillwater Creek. What does that mean? Our staff learn and celebrate each resident’s unique history, values, and likes/dislikes, allowing us to better communicate and understand your loved one’s experience with dementia for their comfort and contentment. This approach supports seniors living with cognitive impairment to lead more purposeful and enriched lives, which we believe is vital to overall well-being. That’s why our staff will help your loved one live a good day, every day, partnering with your loved one and your family to customize a care plan reflective of their personal needs and attributes.
Hear about our support for families of residents living with dementia
In our secure memory care neighbourhood, residents at Chartwell Stillwater Creek will benefit from dedicated amenities spaces designed with their accessibility in mind, including dining space and activity rooms for specialized life enrichment programming.
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Speaking to a loved one about a potential move to an assisted living residence can be a challenging conversation to have. Our guide, “Supporting a Loved One,” helps explain how to respectfully bring up the topic with a spouse or aging parent and who can help make this transition easier. You’re not alone—let us help you navigate this option together.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does memory care cost in Nepean?
Our Memory Living suites can vary in monthly rental costs due to several factors, including size of layout, location, and service package enhancements like additional care and household services. Scroll up to the suite layouts section to see the starting prices of the layouts we offer at our residence for a ballpark estimate of costs per month.
How do I know if I or a loved one are ready for memory care?
It may be time to consider memory care if your loved one is showing signs of needing more specialized support for daily living, particularly when cognitive challenges or memory loss become noticeable. This could include difficulty with everyday tasks, forgetfulness affecting safety, challenges in communication, or increasing confusion.
Who is eligible for Chartwell’s Memory Living?
Chartwell’s Memory Living program is designed to meet the needs of individuals living with mild to moderate cognitive impairment who require assistance with managing daily activities. For complete peace of mind, our Memory Living Managers carry out assessments of all individuals looking to join the program to ensure their needs can be met safely in our residences. For further explanation of our program qualifications, please contact us.
What is the staff-to-resident ratio?
Memory Living at Chartwell features high staff-to-resident ratios. Residents will have access to registered staff 24 hours a day and will be cared for by our trained and dedicated care staff. Our secure Memory Living neighbourhoods are also supported by dietary servers, housekeepers, and a dedicated Activity Aid.
Can I decorate my loved one’s memory care suite at Chartwell Stillwater Creek?
Yes! We encourage new residents and their families to create a space that reflects their personality and style. Anything from a favourite chair, painting, cabinets or any other décor can help your loved one feel comfortable and adjust quicker to their new home. Our suites are unfurnished, so you can make their space truly feel like home.