The Atrium at Drum Hill sits near Route 3 at the intersection of Routes 3 and 4, and the place carries a strong focus on memory care, offering a setting made for people living with dementia or Alzheimer's, where staff train specifically for memory impairment and they've designed features to help residents feel safe and at home-you'll find neighborhoods inside the building so people can connect in smaller groups and special lighting with color cues to help folks get their bearings, as well as memory boxes by the apartment doors and secure spots for medicine and grooming items. The residence spreads across one story which makes it easy to move about and spot familiar faces, and it has rooms in single or double layouts, each with modern finishes, a bed, nightstand, dresser, and a nice chair by the window for comfort, plus wifi and cable TV in every unit so people can relax with the things they know. There's a secure courtyard out back with a gazebo, sitting areas, and garden beds for horticulture programs, and inside, there are common rooms for music, reading, games, and computers, plus a dining area with bright tables, flower decorations, and even guest meals. They run activities each day, such as arts and crafts, music, outings, table games, gardening, and programs for body, mind, and spirit, aiming to keep people active and connected, and there's a wellness center, general store, recreation room, music room, library, and an outdoor gazebo, not to mention a kitchen residents can use and balcony areas where folks can look outside or sit for a while.
The place operates under an "age in place" philosophy, so when a person's needs change, they don't have to move away because there's a steady support system, whether someone wants more independence or needs more hands-on help, from independent living and assisted living to skilled nursing and special memory care, all on one campus. Services include housekeeping, laundry, linen changes every week, and help with bathing, dressing, and medication reminders if those get hard, and for those who need it, the community provides physical, occupational, and speech therapy, as well as rehabilitation, hospice care, and even home health services. Residents and families benefit from on-site resources like a hair salon, barber shop, religious services, transportation for errands or appointments, Veterans Affairs aid, and space for pets, too. Staff personalize each person's care plan, adjusting as needed, and there's a lower resident-to-staff ratio than usual, so care feels more attentive, especially in the wings where one nurse stays on the same side for faster response, plus a nurse on call after 7 pm. Safety remains a big focus, with the campus fully gated, private parking, guest parking, and safety features in each apartment so families worry less.
Life at The Atrium at Drum Hill emphasizes both independence and comfort, with open areas to visit family, communal dining rooms where everyone can eat together, chef-inspired meals with diabetic, low salt, and low fat choices, and sensory-friendly touches like music and homestyle smells to make meals enjoyable. Outdoor spots, such as the garden and gazebo, give residents room to stretch, while yoga and fitness programs, arts, reading, and other activities round out each day. The executive director, Kristen St. Jean, leads the community with support from Benchmark Senior Living, and their work in memory care recently received recognition as Best Memory Care 2023 - 2024 from U.S. News & World Report. People looking to plan for senior living or learn about costs can find resources, glossaries, and guides within the community, and everyone who lives at The Atrium at Drum Hill finds staff who know memory loss and who help each resident feel like they belong and have a voice in their care, surrounded by a secure and familiar environment that brings comfort and a sense of home.
