Meadow Gardens of Menlo Park is a dedicated Memory Care community prepared to manage a broad spectrum of cognitive and medical needs, including advanced dementia. Care staff are trained to respond to residents who wander during the day or night, exhibit elopement risk, show combative or other behavioral issues, or remain awake throughout the night. Clinical oversight extends to wound care, oxygen management, specialized diets, and diabetes care whether residents use oral medications, insulin injections, or sliding-scale protocols. Full assistance is available for bathing, dressing, eating, and toileting, and the team can accommodate mobility needs ranging from standby help for walkers to one- or two-person transfers for wheelchair users.
A registered nurse or licensed practical nurse is on site, with a nurse on call 24 hours a day for urgent concerns. Direct-care staff work awake overnight, and all employees complete background checks. Security measures include alarmed doors and both front and rear fencing to reduce elopement risk. An activity director plans structured cognitive and physical programs each day. On-site podiatry visits minimize the need for off-campus appointments, and the community is equipped to support residents under 60 as well as those requiring complex medication regimens.
Apartments are offered with options such as private bathrooms, basic furnishings, cable service, and the opportunity to repaint or redecorate; not every unit includes every feature, so prospective residents should confirm availability during a tour. Dining provides three daily meals from a set menu, but residents may also order alternatives at each sitting. Snacks are stocked throughout the day, and the kitchen can follow physician-ordered diet modifications, including diabetic, low-sodium, and texture-altered plans.
Independent Living residents who choose to reside on the same campus can receive medication-management monitoring, a service that tracks dosages, refill schedules, and any changes ordered by a physician. This oversight is designed to let more autonomous residents maintain their lifestyle while still benefiting from professional checks on compliance and efficacy.
Community amenities include outdoor smoking areas, wheelchair-accessible common spaces, an on-site barber and beauty salon, an exercise room, and a wellness center. High-speed internet is available throughout the property, and communal gardens provide a secure place to walk or sit. Religious services are conducted on campus, and the location is close to public transportation for family visits or off-site appointments. Pets are allowed; it’s a good idea to check with the community during your visit to see if your pet will be allowed.
