Alzheimer's/Dementia Unit
The Alzheimer's Special Care Unit is a dedicated nursing unit. We provide enhanced care and a specialized program of activities for residents with a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease or a related disorder. PHCC’s Alzheimer's Special Care Unit creates a therapeutic environment that uses several different techniques that serve to keep the resident independent for a longer period of time in a safe, caring environment. Because the purpose of this unit is to care for a unique population of people, a memory diagnostic evaluation is required prior to admission.
Safety, security and comfort
The Piedmont Health Care Center’s Alzheimer’s Care Unit offers a level of care to those who are memory impaired in a safe, nurturing, homelike environment. Our program encourages a feeling of comfort and safety through a structured, individualized plan of care. With it comes a commitment to providing the best quality of life possible for our residents.
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All licensed staff members on the unit are personally trained to be “Certified Dementia Practitioners,” with C.N.A.s undergoing in-depth dementia training and are given detailed background on each resident prior to admission.
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Features of the Alzheimer’s Special Care Unit:
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A secure door system is in place, which allows residents to ambulate freely within the unit but also guards against wandering off the special care unit and outside the facility unattended.
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The unit is specifically designed to compensate for cognitive losses such as safe indoor and outdoor walking areas, bright non-glare lighting to reduce sundowning, and soothing décor.
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Room and space dedicated to activities and dining and used only by residents of the unit.
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Planned activities designed specifically for the dementia population.
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Restraint-free environment.
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Specialized training for staff on Alzheimer’s care.