Ashley Manor Middleton is a memory care facility thoughtfully designed to support individuals living with dementia and memory loss conditions. The approach at Ashley Manor centers on treating each resident with dignity, respect, and kindness, prioritizing a high standard of care tailored to each person's unique needs. The home-like environment of the facility aims to provide peace and comfort while reducing confusion in daily activities, which is particularly beneficial for residents with memory impairments. The layout features circular walking paths that guide residents back to familiar spaces, helping minimize disorientation and anxiety. Additionally, memory boxes placed in front of each suite offer personal touchpoints that can foster a sense of continuity and belonging.
A significant focus at Ashley Manor Middleton is on offering specialized therapies designed to address the challenges associated with dementia. Aroma Therapy, utilizing a proprietary blend of calming oils, helps to soothe behaviors and uplift the mood of residents. Music Therapy is another cornerstone of the care approach, with rhythms and melodies selected sensitively to encourage relaxation and emotional well-being. Light Therapy employs natural light spectrums that replicate sunlight, which has been found to combat issues like "Sundowners" syndrome, increase energy levels, and improve residents’ sleep patterns. Through Reminiscence Therapy, residents are encouraged to engage their memories with purpose, employing brain exercises that can slow cognitive decline and keep memories active for as long as possible.
In addition to these sensory-focused therapies, Ashley Manor also emphasizes the importance of physical health and engagement. Hydration Therapy is proactively integrated, aiming to support residents’ balance, reduce infection risk, minimize skin tears, and help stabilize behaviors by staying hydrated. Customized daily activities are a vital aspect of life at the facility, designed to keep both the mind and body active, contributing to a higher sense of meaning and purpose in everyday life. The supportive, small-scale setting allows staff to provide individualized attention in a comforting atmosphere, strengthening the bond between caregivers and residents.
Ashley Manor Middleton was founded from a deeply personal place, with its founders motivated by their own experiences in seeking care for loved ones with dementia. Encountering a lack of homes that met the high expectations they sought, they established Ashley Manor to embody the quality and compassion they wanted for their own family members. This sense of mission and empathy permeates the culture of the facility, ensuring that each resident is treated as someone’s cherished loved one. The commitment to nurturing, professional, and individualized care guides the everyday experience at Ashley Manor Middleton, making it a place where families can trust that their loved ones are receiving attentive and heartfelt support.