| Martha Franks is committed to the
care and nurturing of each resident of the Special Needs Unit. This
facility is dedicated to the highly personalized and individualized care
of persons with Alzheimer's or other related dementia. |
| Specifically, the Unit provides a
therapeutic living environment in which each age-related sensory deficit
and cognitive impairment is considered and compensated for in a specially
designed, organized and functionally appropriate professional care living
center. |
| Martha Franks has sought to remove
the barriers which have historically been found in institutional settings.
Our mission is to create a living space at their maximum capacity regardless
of their impairment. |
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| Designed to feel like the kitchen at the old home
place, the Alzheimer's kitchen is a favorite room. Residents actively
engage in table setting and clean-up. The smell of homemade bread,
cookies baking, or coffee brewing help to stimulate the residents' memories.
Cabinets stay secure with a concealed locking system, but residents always
have access to snacks, plates and cups in the open shelves around the kitchen. |
The Alzheimer's Bank, located in one
corner of the living room, is "open" daily. Residents can "go to
work," rummage through papers, and even count "funny" money in the antique
disengaged safe. |
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| This alcove along the corridor in the Alzheimer's
unit is strictly for the ladies. They enjoy primping, and trying
on hats, gloves, and scarves in the "grooming" area, and, of course, they
love the jewelry! This spot also provides a pleasant view of the
court yard. |
Located in the Alzheimer's unit, the Men's Club
provides a true "men's" space like the barber shop of long ago. Men
can play checkers on the oversized table, watch a baseball game, or reminisce
about their old cars and fishing trips to the lake. |
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The Special Care Unit is dedicated
to promoting the following for its residents:
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Autonomy, self-worth, and human value
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Privacy and freedom
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Dignity and respect
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An enhanced quality of life
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An opportunity to associate with and give
to others
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A social environment designed to promote
comfort, peace, and enrichment
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Support, education, and concern for the
emotional well-being of family members
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Individualized, quality care delivered
by an interdisciplinary team specially educated to relate to individuals
with dementia
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