Sue’s Loving Care in Kalamazoo, MI is dedicated exclusively to memory-care services. Residents receive 24-hour supervision from caregivers trained in dementia support, with licensed nurses overseeing medication management, health assessments, and coordination with outside physicians. The community maintains individualized care plans that track cognitive changes, behavioral cues, and medical needs, ensuring interventions are adjusted promptly. On-site support includes assistance with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and continence care, as well as routine monitoring of vital signs and chronic conditions.
Beyond direct medical oversight, the community structures each day to reinforce familiar routines that reduce anxiety for residents with memory loss. Staff lead small-group cognitive exercises, sensory activities, and guided physical movement to help maintain function and slow decline. Secure outdoor and indoor spaces allow residents to walk freely without wandering risk, and emergency alert systems are in place throughout the building. Family members receive regular progress updates and have access to caregiver conferences to review care plans or discuss changes.
Accommodations include private and companion suites designed for easy navigation, with wider doorways and bathrooms equipped with grab bars and step-in showers. Some rooms have in-unit climate controls, built-in wardrobes, or patio access, while others do not; availability depends on the specific suite selected. Housekeeping, laundry service, and maintenance are provided, and every unit is outfitted with an emergency call device that links directly to the care team.
Dining is served in a central, easily accessible dining room where staff offer prompts or assistance as needed. Residents receive three meals daily plus scheduled snacks, with menus planned by a dietitian to meet therapeutic diets such as low-sodium, diabetic-friendly, or mechanically altered textures. Meals are prepared on site, and alternative entrée choices are available, but not all options are offered at every sitting. Hydration stations remain open throughout the day to encourage regular fluid intake.