ALFA Senior Living Executive Conference

Senior housing communities must take a proactive approach to minimize residents’ memory loss while enriching their lives. This session will examine the current state of memory care in a typical senior housing setting, how proactive engagement slows the progression of memory deterioration and how an integrated and holistic approach to memory care increases staff, resident and family satisfaction. Engaged family members are a key part of slowing the process of memory deterioration. Some family members may live close enough for regular visits, but many family members are geographically spread. Staff and administrators can engage with residents on a higher level by encouraging family members to submit stories, achievements, interests and other biographical information.