Meadow Lakes in Statesville, NC is a dedicated Memory Care community prepared to manage a wide spectrum of cognitive and medical needs. The team is trained to support residents who wander at any time of day, present elopement risk, exhibit combative or other behavioral challenges, stay awake through the night, or require wound care. Licensed staff oversee oxygen therapy, special diets, and diabetic management whether residents use oral medications, injections, or sliding-scale insulin. The community is also equipped to serve individuals living with advanced dementia conditions.
Registered nurses or licensed practical nurses are on site, with a nurse on call 24 hours a day. Staff members undergo background checks, remain awake on night shift, and are backed by an activity director and continuous security coverage. Safety measures include fenced outdoor areas, alarmed doors, pull-cord alerts, and personal emergency response systems. On-site medical services extend to podiatry visits and a dedicated therapy room. Caregivers provide full assistance with bathing, dressing, eating, and toileting, and can perform a wide range of transfers—from standby support to two-person or full Hoyer lifts—whether a resident uses a walker or wheelchair.
Residents can choose from furnished and unfurnished living spaces; some include cable service. Housekeeping is provided, and laundry services are available. Because layouts and features vary, families should verify which accommodations include the specific amenities most important to them during a tour.
Meals follow a set menu designed to meet nutritional guidelines, with snacks available throughout the day and the option for in-room dining. The kitchen staff accommodates physician-ordered diet modifications, including mechanical-chopped, puréed, and thickened-liquid textures, as well as other special dietary requirements such as low-sodium or diabetic meals.
Community features include wheelchair-accessible common areas, an on-site barber and beauty shop, a wellness center, internet access, communal gardens, and a library. Residents may take part in special-interest clubs, and scheduled transportation is provided for medical appointments.