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Meaningful Connections with Others

Aging research agrees: Connected adults are healthy adults. Our well-trained Evergreen memory care team knows the value of connection, and we aim to provide custom interventions based on each residents’ preferences, interests, and history. We also value family involvement — we’re here to provide the support that you need.

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Safe, Comfortable, and Engaged

Living at home can be dangerous for seniors living with dementia, not to mention isolating. When you choose Evergreen memory care at Arbor Terrace Exton, you can rest assured that your loved one is receiving attentive care that will keep them more than just safe. Our best practices approach to dementia care means your loved one will feel comfortable and engaged in their new home.

Dining with Dignity at Exton

Dining with Dignity®

For those who may need assistance at mealtime, our unique and award-winning Dining with Dignity program provides a meaningful and dignified dining experience for everyone. Dining with Dignity uses specific preparation techniques to create food options that hold the same nutritional value as a regularly prepared meal, but in a form that allows residents to maintain independence and dignity.

Put Our Experience to Work for Your Family

For more than 30 years, The Arbor Company has dedicated itself to providing exceptional care for all seniors, including those who are living with dementia. Our Evergreen team members are specially trained in the most current best practices for serving those who are living with dementia. We take pride in being among the leaders in our area for dementia care, support, and education.

Life at Arbor Terrace

The Evergreen neighborhood was designed just for seniors who are living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia.

 

  • Housekeeping Dementia-Friendly Community Design Every aspect of our Evergreen memory care neighborhood, from the doors to the outdoor space, was designed to promote a peaceful, productive, and safe environment for our residents.
  • Activities Individual Care Plans Each resident is unique and deserves personalized care interventions designed just for them. Our care plans ensure that every aspect of care is tailored to each individual resident.
  • Health Medication Management Our professional team, which is led by our Evergreen director, provides medication administration for each resident.
  • PurposefulLivng Engaging Activities Our robust and structured activities program is designed to incorporate daily routine and healthy socialization.
  • lotus Dementia Support and Resources We are always learning more about Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia, and want family and community members to learn along with us.
  • people Specially Trained Caregivers Every team member who works with our memory care residents receives cognitive care training that is based on our 30+ years of experience in working with seniors with dementia.
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Engaged and Thriving

The Evergreen memory care neighborhood is built on the foundation of meaningful participation in daily tasks and activities. From wellness-focused exercise programs, to calming sensory groups, to trips into the greater community, our residents enjoy engaging activities with friends, family, and staff members.

There’s Always Something to Do, and Someone to Enjoy It With

Your loved one will always have a choice of what to do here at Arbor Terrace. The nature lover may enjoy strolling through our professionally landscaped gardens, while another Bridges neighborhood resident may enjoy sipping a cup of coffee in the library. Everyone typically enjoys our group excursions to explore our local area, try out a new restaurant, or see a concert. Our Bridges neighborhood helps your loved one feel like themselves, while providing the support they need to pursue activities that interest them. 

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Enjoying Exton Life

One of the best parts of living at Arbor Terrace Exton is being located right in the heart of beautiful Exton. Our diverse neighborhood features shopping and dining experiences your loved one is sure to enjoy. They can also explore the area and entertain guests by taking advantage of some of the area’s best attractions, like any of our beautifully maintained parks, trail systems, or golf courses as part of one of our excursions.

Dementia Care Floor Plans

Our floor plans are designed to meet your unique needs and to provide comfort, luxury, and convenience. These are more than just apartments—they are spaces to call home!

The Lincoln III

Studio, 1 Bath

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The Banbury III

Studio, 1 Bath

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The Waltz

Studio, 1 Bath

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The Meadowbrooke II

Shared 2 Bed, 1 Bath

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is memory care like in Exton, PA?

We take pride in being among the leaders in the Exton area for dementia care, support, and education. When you choose dementia care at Arbor Terrace Exton, you’re choosing a community designed to promote a peaceful, productive, and safe environment, supported by a team that is trained in the most current best practices for serving those who are living with dementia.

What is the difference between memory care and dementia care?

There is no difference between memory and dementia care—in fact, the terms are often used interchangeably. At Arbor Terrace Exton, dementia care residents live in our Evergreen Memory Care Neighborhood, a peaceful environment designed specifically for those living with Alzheimer's disease or another form of dementia.

At what stage should someone with dementia go into memory care in Pennsylvania?

If your loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or dementia and you’re seeing signs that they’re struggling with daily functioning, need support most of the time, or seem afraid and lonely living at home, it may be time to consider memory care. Seniors with memory issues are at an increased risk for wandering, physical risk-taking that can lead to falls, and other unsafe behaviors.

Memory care facilities and programs are specially designed for seniors living with memory loss or other age-related cognitive impairment, and provide  a calm and dignified environment that promotes independence and choice while reducing safety risks and distress. Here are five challenges of living with dementia that can prompt a move to a memory care community.

How is memory care different from assisted living?

Both memory care and assisted living facilities offer supportive care to people with a range of health issues, including cognitive impairments. But with memory care, the entire community is structured around the unique needs of people with dementia. This means that memory care tends to be much more comprehensive, and residents’ days are spent with people highly experienced at managing dementia. Memory care offers dementia-friendly activities and staff trained in the psychological and physical effects of cognitive impairments. To understand the key differences, you may find this post from The Arbor Company blog helpful.

If you have questions about these different types of senior living at Arbor Terrace Exton, or would like help determining which might be the best fit for you or your loved one, please contact us. We’re happy to answer your questions!

What is the difference between memory care and a nursing home?

Nursing homes and memory care facilities both offer dementia and Alzheimer’s care, round the clock staff, and supervision to keep residents safe. Memory care communities offer specialized staff members who are trained in issues with dementia care, and offer a structured day of activities that help to prevent behaviors associated with anxiety and depression. Meals are prepared to preserve dignity and independence, and environmental features are designed to keep residents safe and secure. 

By contrast, a nursing home (also known as a skilled nursing facility) offers more comprehensive support to those who have extensive medical needs in more of a clinical environment. They provide the highest level of care possible outside of a hospital, delivering 24-hour care to seniors who have complex medical conditions and need hands-on assistance and monitoring. Skilled nursing facilities are the best choice for those who need assistance with tasks that go beyond the activities of daily living.

How can dementia care be paid for?

There are numerous resources available to help pay for dementia or Alzheimer’s care. These include Medicare and Medicaid, employee benefits, long-term care insurance, and personal assets and savings. Veterans with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia may also be eligible for certain benefits from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Our webinar, Understanding the VA Benefit for Senior Living, examines this benefit in further detail.

Every situation is different and it’s important to review any programs for which your loved one is eligible before they need to move. If you’d like assistance understanding your options, contact us—we’re happy to help!

Will Medicare cover memory care in Pennsylvania?

Medicare covers some, but not all, costs of care in a memory care facility. It does not cover long-term memory care, but Medicare will cover certain medical costs including inpatient stays, home health care, diagnostic testing and medications.

How much of memory care is tax deductible in Pennsylvania?

If your loved one is in a memory care residence due to Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, their care may be tax deductible. As a “long-term care service,” some or all of the expenses of dementia care do qualify for a medical expense tax deduction. We suggest consulting a tax advisor with questions regarding your specific situation and what may or may not be deductible in Pennsylvania.

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Happy St. Patrick's Day! And a big shout out to our kitchen for a wonderful spread!

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he Barley Sheaf Players, a local community theatre company, entertained us with a rendition of their current production of “The Addams Family - A New Musical Comedy”. Gomez, Morticia, Wednesday, and Pugsly came with their special brand of weirdness much to the delight of our residents.

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Welcome, Sue!

02.28.24

We had a special Meet and Greet with families and residents to welcome our new executive director, Sue Haines! We look forward to utilizing her wealth of experience to lead us forward. A special shout-out from our entire community goes to Bernadette Kehlmann and Helena Jones for bridging the gap in preparing for Sue’s arrival. Take it away, Sue! We know we are all in good hands!

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