Porter Place is a dedicated memory care community situated in Tinley Park, Illinois, and is committed to enhancing the quality of life for individuals living with dementia-related cognitive impairment. Built across four acres, its charming 66-suite residence combines technology-rich and purposeful design to support its residents through all stages of memory loss. At Porter Place, the philosophy of care centers on providing a safe, nurturing environment where each resident is valued as a unique individual. The intention is to foster fellowship, autonomy, joy, and love, thus empowering residents with the tools, resources, and encouragement to thrive in their daily routines.
The community’s approach to care is distinctly person-centered, recognizing that every resident has their own set of strengths and preferences. Porter Place offers specialized programs and a wide variety of activities thoughtfully curated to meet the unique needs of individuals with dementia. The staff is highly dedicated and receives specialized training in dementia care, ensuring that each resident receives personalized support that promotes dignity and purpose. Residents are able to enjoy spacious and secure indoor and outdoor areas, which provide both the freedom and safety to explore their environment, which is intentionally designed to be familiar and comforting and to support cognitive function.
A hallmark of the programming at Porter Place is the Pathways of Purpose program. This initiative goes beyond standard memory care by ensuring that residents are not simply living with dementia, but are truly living life to the fullest. The program emphasizes the importance of helping residents find meaning, enjoy companionship, have fun, make a difference, achieve balance, and continue to grow. This is achieved by understanding who each resident was, who they are now, and who they wish to be, thus supporting them in maintaining their sense of identity and belonging.
Porter Place is distinguished by its compassionate team of dementia-trained professionals, all dedicated to providing exceptional person-centered care. The mission of the community revolves around protecting, engaging, and loving people with memory loss. Every effort within the community is focused on supporting residents as cherished family members, creating an atmosphere where warmth and compassion are felt throughout. Porter Place strives to provide a dignified and supportive environment that allows individuals with memory loss to live their best possible lives and to truly thrive as members of a vibrant community.
