Brookdale Highlands Ranch in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, offers memory care in a specially designed environment that supports security and comfort at every stage for residents living with cognitive challenges, including dementia and Alzheimer's disease.
The community provides assistance with dining, mobility, and daily living activities, with a trained team member on-site 24/7 to support residents and respond to emergencies. Care follows the Clare Bridge approach, a person-centered methodology that creates a gentle daily routine to help residents feel secure and understand what to expect.
The community's programming emphasizes meaningful connection and purpose. Residents can participate in yoga, walking groups, creative classes, and brain games to keep body and mind engaged. Dining is designed to create comfort and belonging, with dementia-friendly menus and a calming atmosphere featuring soft lighting and reduced distractions. Residents may participate in light activities like folding napkins or arranging centerpieces during meals. Sensory experiences such as music, pet visits, and calming scents are incorporated as needs evolve.
Brookdale offers a Personal Solutions program that delivers personal care and household items directly to residents' doors, including toiletries, hygiene products, and other necessities. Orders can be placed via email and charged to the resident's monthly bill, with options for recurring shipments or one-time purchases.
Family connection is supported through virtual scrapbooks where loved ones can share life's milestones and everyday moments. The community emphasizes relationships and creating opportunities for residents to cultivate lasting connections with staff and other residents.
