Secured memory care
The Lyngblomsten Care Center offers a specialized, secured neighborhood (a small grouping of resident rooms with a total of 22 beds) to ensure the safety of those living with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias who are at risk of wandering and elopement or who could benefit from specialized programming. Staff who work in these neighborhoods feel especially called to serve and work with residents who are living with memory impairments.
Alzheimer's Disease & Related Disorders Training for all Staff
Lyngblomsten cares for many individuals who have Alzheimer's Disease or related disorders, and we conduct Alzheimer's training for our staff upon hire and annually. All staff are required to receive this training, including those who work in: Administration, Beauty Shop, Computer Services, Dietary, Environmental Services, Finance, Human Resources, Laundry, Marketing, Nursing, Physical Plant, Social Services, Spiritual Care, Therapeutic Recreation, and Volunteer Services. The training includes:
- understanding Alzheimer's Disease/Dementia
- assistance with activities of daily living
- problem solving with challenging behaviors
- communication skills
Admissions
Lyngblomsten Care Center accepts admissions 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Costs & Payments
Daily rates are based on level of care required and the type of room requested (semi-private vs. private). For long-term general care, we accept Medical Assistance, long-term insurance plans, and private/personal funds.
Other Memory Care Support
Additional memory care support services through Lyngblomsten:
- Family Memory Care Consultation
- The Gathering (group respite)
- Memory Loss Support Group (for family members of Lyngblomsten Care Center Residents)
- Memory Loss Caregivers Support Groups presented by Lyngblomsten Community Services (open to the public)
Contact us:
Cleo Straw, LSW
651.632.5486
admissions@lyngblomsten.org
