Memory Care at The Heritage at Meridian Gardens
Explore Memory Care at The Heritage at Meridian Gardens
At The Heritage at Meridian Gardens, we deliver compassionate, specialized care for individuals with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Our senior living community in Columbus is locally owned and operated with the best interest of all residents in mind, and our dementia care methods help your loved one make the most of their daily lives. From our cutting-edge memory care technology to our one-of-a-kind program, Portraits®, our devoted team is here to support you through it all.
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Our Approach to Memory Care at The Heritage at Meridian Gardens
Visitors to The Heritage at Meridian Gardens often notice no stark difference between our community’s assisted living and memory care areas because comfort and connection are prioritized for every member of our community. Our dedicated caregivers, who are on-site and on-call 24/7, facilitate an environment of empathy, respect, trust, and fun using the Montessori method of dementia care. This positive, expert-approved approach puts your loved one at the center, treating them with dignity and encouraging active involvement and decision-making.
Our certified and attentive care team, on-site 24/7 embraces compassion, trust, respect, and fun in every aspect of our residents’ care. We take the time to get to know the little things that matter, like their favorite cookie flavors or what time they like to walk in the morning. All associates are trained in the Montessori Method of dementia care. Our unique training program reflects a person-centered positive approach blending the principles of Maria Montessori, Teepa Snow, and our team of internal certified dementia experts.
Helping your loved one move into a memory care community may not be easy for you or them. The Heritage at Meridian Gardens is committed to making all residents feel welcomed and valued while being specially designed for individuals with cognitive impairments. We offer a range of engaging programming intended to fulfill the minds and hearts of all our residents, from social activities to games and crafts. Your loved one deserves to feel supported and understood, and we make that our mission.
Personalized Memory Care Services
Portraits®
There is no one-size-fits-all way to care for our residents, and embracing the individuality of your loved one is deeply important to us. Our Portraits® program allows us to create tailored experiences for each individual to contribute to our community in a role and schedule that works for them. We develop personalized activity guides catered to each resident to engage them while encouraging them to succeed in their activities for daily living (ADLs).
Rather than trying to teach new things to our memory care residents, we focus on retaining and enhancing their existing abilities. When you visit your loved one, you may be pleasantly surprised to find her arranging flowers reminiscent of the garden you used to tend together. No matter where your loved one is in their disease process, we strive to enrich their quality of life by making them active participants in our community. Watch this video to learn more about how Portraits® at The Heritage at Meridian Gardens sets our services apart.
This is living better with specialized care.
If someone you love is living with Alzheimer’s or another form of age-related dementia, we can help. Our specialized approach to Memory Care will help your loved one feel more like themselves – happier, more engaged and appreciated.
- Programming focused on abilities, not disabilities
- Certified and attentive support staff on site 24/7 and trained in accordance with the guidelines of the Alzheimer’s Association®
- Help with all activities of daily living: medication management, bathing, dressing, grooming, ongoing orientation and guidance
- Comfortable private or companion suites
- Respect for individual histories and preferences
- Meals and snacks as desired
- Culture that fosters moments of fun
- Lifestyle of engagement – social, physical and spiritual
- Safe and secure environment
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Family Involvement and Support
As a family member of a loved one experiencing dementia, you may be experiencing a whirlwind of emotions. At The Heritage at Meridian Gardens, we host supportive group meetings for families of memory care residents as a safe space to share experiences, become more educated on dementia, and learn skills to communicate with individuals with dementia. Our team welcomes family visitors and wants you to be engaged with your loved one. We strive to openly and frequently communicate with the family representatives regarding your loved one’s progress and needs. Our weekly Spotlight meetings involve associates proactively monitoring changes in residents, ensuring multiple eyes on your loved one. Following these meetings, we promptly reach out to families to keep you informed and engaged.
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The care plan for each resident is uniquely tailored to their individual needs, from their daily hygiene to managing their medications. Aside from their routine necessities, we also prioritize activities stimulating their minds, such as time in the kitchen for any resident who loves to cook. Thanks to this personalized approach, we ensure that all residents get the support they deserve. Other comprehensive care services include:
- Certified and attentive support team on-site 24/7 trained in the Montessori Method of dementia care
- Personalized care, including medication management, bathing, dressing, grooming, cueing, and reminders
- Secure memory care outdoor courtyard
- Engaging, multisensory activities
- Planned and spontaneous activities
- Meals and snacks as desired
- Housekeeping and laundry
- Transportation
- Whirlpool bath as needed
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Activities and Events at The Heritage at Meridian Gardens
At The Heritage at Meridian Gardens, we offer daily, weekly, and monthly options for residents to participate in various activities and programming. From daily chapel services to engaging events that the whole family is invited to attend, our variety of offerings fits into our residents’ existing routines while incorporating additional opportunities for enrichment along the way.
Activities for our memory care residents include bingo, board games, music therapy, visits with therapy pets, cooking and baking activities, creative visual crafts, gardening, exercise sessions, and more. Not only will your loved one have stimulating activities to do each day, but they will also be able to form social connections with fellow residents and our kind, expert The Heritage at Meridian Gardens team, making them a vital part of our community.
Activities and EventsMemory Care Floor Plans, Features, and Amenities
The Heritage at Meridian Gardens offers two well-thought-out memory care apartment floor plans that prioritize accessibility and comfort. These floor plans allow your loved one to navigate their cozy, secure personal living space easily. All apartment homes are pet-friendly and feature roomy living areas, large bay windows welcoming natural light, and accessible bathrooms designed with safety in mind. Memory care apartment homes also feature wireless internet, utilities, cable television, and window treatments.
Private Suite
Companion Suite
Other Living Options at The Heritage at Meridian Gardens
The Heritage at Meridian Gardens welcomes your loved ones into our little community with open arms. In addition to memory care, we offer customizable living options for those needing assisted living. If an individual currently residing in assisted living needs to transition into memory care, we make it possible for them to do so without needing to change communities to find the care they need. This also makes The Heritage perfect for spouses needing differing levels of support.
We invite you to schedule a personal tour to see firsthand how we can help your loved ones live better, and you are welcome to call us with any questions. If you need to find memory care elsewhere, discover a Heritage Community near you. Read our blog and our frequently asked questions page to learn more about what ideal, empowering senior living can look like.
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“The staff at Meridian Gardens was friendly and very helpful! Their assistance with moving in my dad helped make the transition easier.”
– Paulette Wieser, November 1, 2023
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Amenities at The Heritage at Meridian Gardens
- Outdoor Courtyard
- Recreational trips
- Small pets welcome
- Salon/Barber shop
- Exercise facilities
Services at The Heritage at Meridian Gardens
- Bathing/showering
- Dining assistance
- Mobility assistance
- Getting in and out of a chair or bed
- Toileting and incontinence care
