Professional support
Nurse on-site 24/7
Professional wellness team available 24/7
Flexible care and support in the comfort of your suite
Personal emergency response pendant
Memory Care
At Amica Balmoral, we’ve created a safe and nurturing environment on a dedicated floor with complete support for residents living with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. From architecturally designed accessible suites to an inviting dining room serving daily meals prepared by on-site chefs, our dedicated setting ensures around-the-clock support for residents in Memory Care and peace of mind for families.
Caring and certified staff
Our Memory Care program was carefully developed by a cognitive well-being specialist and former Research Director for the Alzheimer’s Society. Certified in dementia care, our team is passionate about providing attentive care to help residents find joy and purpose every day while living with changes related to cognitive aging. We also offer support for families during and after the transition to senior living.
Other senior living operators base their staffing ratios on annual budgets. At Amica Balmoral, we use a variable staffing model designed to meet the actual care needs of our residents in Memory Care. As our residents require more support, we increase our staffing levels. Your medical needs will be overseen by our Director of Wellness, a registered nurse selected for their education, experience, clinical background and expertise working with seniors, and a Wellness Coordinator will help organize care services for every resident. Residents also appreciate knowing a registered nurse is on duty around the clock and that they will have the same friendly, certified aides providing assistance every day.
Engaging activities
We provide innovative group activities and one-on-one time to cater to each senior’s interests and well-being. Residents experience fond memories while attending specialized music programs, expressing their creative side during hands-on workshops, or finding purpose in volunteering around the residence. You can expect exceptional personalized support customized to the unique needs of every senior in our Memory Care program at Amica Balmoral.
Memory Care sample suites
Our residences are designed by an award-winning architect with a Master’s degree in Dementia Studies, so seniors can enjoy thoughtfully designed suites and lounges, a dedicated dining room, and safe outdoor spaces. Thoughtful design elements include:
- Shadow boxes to help residents identify their suite
- Sensory-activated lighting installed in the washrooms of every suite
- Fiesta tableware featuring bright colours and ribbed dish edges to support independence during meals
- Open and accessible balconies off suites and dining rooms to help residents safely enjoy the outdoors
Each Memory Care floor also has a dedicated Memory Care Coordinator to provide support to residents and communicate with families.
Choose from a variety of sizes and floor plans and add your personal stamp to make your suite feel like home.
Sample Memory Care studio suite ~ 388 to 533 sq. ft.
Your suite features:
- Sensitively designed in-suite features to assist those living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia
- Walls and finishes in each suite are coloured differently to make it easier for residents to recognize
- Personal memory box for each resident to help with cueing
Sample Memory Care one bedroom suite ~ 592 to 664 sq. ft.
Your suite features:
- Sensitively designed in-suite features to assist those living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia
- Walls and finishes in each suite are coloured differently to make it easier for residents to recognize
- Personal memory box for each resident to help with cueing
Dedicated amenities
We designed our dedicated Memory Care setting to empower residents to live each day to the fullest, on a secure floor staffed by certified dementia care professionals. The following services are included for residents in Memory Care at Amica Balmoral: three delicious, wholesome chef-prepared meals and snacks served daily, personal laundry service, weekly flat linen laundry, daily suite tidy, weekly housekeeping, assistance with bathing or showering, medication management, daily activities and programs designed for seniors with dementia, and dedicated transportation for excursions and outings.
Additional Memory Care services
The following services are available à la carte or as part of a bundle: personal care and support plan, assistance with dressing and/or grooming, additional bathing assistance (more than once weekly), escort assistance, mechanical or hydraulic lift services, continence care, oxygen (including CPAP or Bi-PAP), wound care, mechanical or hydraulic lift services, ostomy care, feeding tubes, diabetes care, modified diets and catheter care.
Exceptional dining
You’ll find our passion for food in every menu created by our Red Seal certified chef. Our talented culinary team uses fresh ingredients to prepare meals to suit every appetite and meet the highest standards for quality, taste and nutrition.
- Three delicious meals and snacks served daily
- Meals are served in a dedicated dining room conveniently located on your floor
- Families are welcome to reserve our private dining room
- Our kitchen is pleased to accommodate special dietary requirements and preferences
Specialized activities
- Innovative programs designed to support cognitive enhancement and enjoyment of life
- One-on-one and group programs with weekly outings
- Individualized support tools developed for each resident including “My Life Story Book” and “My Life Story Box” containing photos, objects and mementoes to engage and comfort residents
- Various sensory activity kits help stimulate the five senses
- Monthly family support program
Find expert advice and practical support in our Memory Care Guide
Are you concerned about your aging parent living with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia? The warning signs of dementia may include memory loss affecting their day-to-day abilities, difficulty with language or performing familiar tasks, and impaired judgment or disorientation. At Amica, we provide unparalleled personalized support by certified professionals to help seniors thrive while living with dementia.