Memory Care
Whispering Pines: A Dedicated Memory Care Neighborhood
Brookside Inn’s dedicated memory care neighborhood, Whispering Pines, provides specialized care for individuals needing advanced memory support. Designed to reduce overstimulation and promote routine, Whispering Pines offers a calm setting that encourages comfort, engagement, and connection. Our memory care staff is trained to use a person-centered approach when caring for the cognitive, emotional, and behavioral changes associated with memory loss. At Whispering Pines, residents enjoy shared meals, engaging activities, and specialized programs designed to support long-term memory, strengthen motor skills, and foster a sense of purpose.
Where Compassion and Connection Come First
Choosing memory care for a loved one is a deeply personal and emotional decision. As a family-owned community, Brookside Inn provides compassionate memory care in a safe, structured, and comforting environment. Our experienced team supports residents and families every step of the way, helping to ease the transition.
A Thoughtful Approach to Memory Care
Engaging Activities & Daily Connection:
At Brookside Inn, we provide individualized care tailored to each resident's unique needs and abilities. Through engaging activities, music, sensory experiences, social gatherings, and creative programs, residents enjoy meaningful experiences that bring purpose to each day and encourage connection with others.
Compassionate Behavioral Support & Emotional Wellness:
Our team provides individualized support for residents experiencing changes related to memory loss, with a focus on comfort, routine, and emotional well-being. We also incorporate aromatherapy, music, sensory engagement, and other supportive modalities to promote relaxation, connection, and overall wellness.
Family Communication & Support:
We understand that memory loss affects the entire family. That's why we prioritize open communication, regular updates, and care conferences to help families stay informed and involved in their loved one's care. At Brookside Inn, we're here to support you every step of the way.
Memory Care Services and Programming
Safety and Support
Brookside’s memory care neighborhood provides a secure setting that promotes safety while preserving dignity and independence. Residents are able to move freely within a comfortable, secured environment.
Skilled Nursing & Daily Care
Residents receive 24/7 nursing support and assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, toileting, medication management, and mobility. Care is tailored to each resident’s individual needs and routines.
Specialized Programs
Activities are thoughtfully designed to reflect residents’ interests and abilities, with a focus on supporting memory, cognition, and engagement. Programs include creative, physical, and social opportunities that encourage meaningful connection and a sense of purpose.
Trained Memory Care Staff
Our memory care staff is trained to understand the cognitive, emotional, and behavioral changes associated with memory loss. Through patience, reassurance, and individualized approaches, they help residents feel calm and supported throughout the day.
Behavioral & Emotional Wellness
Our memory care team uses gentle redirection and individualized approaches to help reduce anxiety and respond to behaviors associated with memory loss. Aromatherapy, music, sensory engagement, and other alternative modalities are also incorporated to promote comfort and relaxation.
Experience Life at Whispering Pines
Learn more about our memory care neighborhood, daily routines, programming, and community spaces.