Memory Support Assisted Living at The Hartwell
Specialized Care for those with Memory
Limitations
On a tree-lined street in historic Andersonville, The Hartwell
provides a warm, familiar welcome. It's the perfect setting for
those with Alzheimer's or other dementias.
When memory and the ability to function independently decline,
our safe and stimulating lifestyle provides a natural and rewarding
alternative to remaining in the family home. Our easy comfort,
relaxing atmosphere and trained professionals offer a familiar
extension of lifelong habits.
Family Approach to Personalized Service
To ensure that each resident-and every family member-feels
comfortable and secure with our services, we partner with families
to personalize service plans for every individual. We take the time
to explore personal history and interests so we can tailor service
to individual needs. By monitoring and modifying plans, we remain
responsive to changes.
Provided by a staff trained in memory support, our services
encourage residents to fully use their abilities to make choices
and maximize their independence. We support their continuing
well-being with safe, stimulating, multisensory opportunities that
focus attention and foster self-esteem while reducing anxiety.
A community lounge at the Hartwell
Residents can choose to eat in the dining room
Focused, Activity Based Programming
Our goal is to help keep the disease from progressing through
community living and engaging activities. Through our activity
based programming, we focus on stimulating mental, social and
physical engagement. Throughout each day there are at least two
structured activities offered per hour to accommodate individual
interests and abilities.
Upon admission, a Life Story Assessment is completed for each
resident. This includes basic facts about the person's life, their
interests and hobbies, their career or leisure experiences as well
as their favorite foods, movies, etc. This tool allows us to build
the content of our activity programming around the specific
interests of each resident. Despite the decline of cognitive
function, certain activities that were once favored by a resident
may still trigger interest and incite participation. We put an
emphasis on community engagement as well - daily walks in the
neighborhood and frequent outings to museums, entertainment,
special events, shopping and dining are just a few of the
opportunities we offer.
Interior garden at The
Hartwell
Comfortable Connection
Although yesterday's events may be hazy for those with
Alzheimer's or other dementias, fond memories of long ago can bring
comfort and a sense of connection. By encouraging residents to
reminisce and share life stories, we foster the peaceful spirit
that can elude those with memory limitations.
Spiritual Heritage of Respect
As an organization with more than a century of Christian
heritage, we value spirituality. Our faith-based mission compels us
to value the dignity and unique needs of every individual. At The
Hartwell, we respect all faith traditions as the foundation of
personal spirituality.
Affordable Alternative
In addition to decreasing the burden on loved ones, memory
support assisted living at The Hartwell is a cost-effective
alternative to a full-time, in-home caregiver. Although we may be
one of Chicago's most affordable memory support assisted living
providers, you'll find our services and residence are second to
none.
One of the suites at The
Hartwell
Beyond Today
The Hartwell offers a lifetime of services for many. For those
whose needs expand, the ancillary support services of the
CMSS network are just a phone call away.