Belfair of Shawnee is a dedicated memory care community serving residents with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. The program is structured to manage cognitive decline while addressing behavioral issues through consistent monitoring and medical oversight. Because the community focuses exclusively on memory support, resources and staff training are concentrated on dementia-related needs rather than on non-dementia medical conditions.

Licensed RNs and LPNs are on staff, and caregivers trained in memory care are present 24/7. Door-alarmed exits add another layer of safety, and medications are managed on-site to maintain accurate dosing schedules. A therapy room allows for rehabilitative sessions without leaving the building. Residents can receive full assistance with bathing, dressing, eating, and toileting, and transfer help is available whether they use a walker, a wheelchair, or only need standby supervision.

Accommodation options include private and semi-private rooms, though not every room offers identical features. Some rooms have independent temperature controls for added comfort. Routine housekeeping and scheduled laundry services are provided so residents do not have to manage daily chores.

Meals are prepared with the ability to accommodate physician-ordered diet modifications. A private dining room is available for family visits or special gatherings, giving residents a quieter space when needed.

The building is fully wheelchair accessible and secured with controlled access and an emergency call system. Residents have use of common areas, an on-site barber and beauty shop, enclosed outdoor courtyards, and regularly scheduled life enrichment programming, including pet therapy. On-site religious services are offered, and transportation is available for medical appointments or planned outings.

Residents and their families say:

Shawnee Memory Care garnered positive reviews for its high-quality care, competitive pricing, and pleasant living conditions. One reviewer particularly appreciated that unlike other facilities, the residence was fully furnished. This was coupled with the fact that the facility boasted a hospitable environment with warm, caring, and friendly staff. Activities appeared to be a big plus for many reviewers. They noted diverse offerings from bingo and kickball to arts and crafts, which provided entertainment and helped keep residents engaged and active.

Rooms were consistently described as clean and well-maintained across the board, and keeping the residents' living spaces tidy seemed to be a priority for the staff. Some reviewers felt reassured by the emphasis on cleanliness and quick response to any accidents. The facility's décor and location were also highlights, with reviewers noting that the community felt more like a resort or a hotel than a nursing home. From a double room option that proved more cost-effective to a nice courtyard for outside enjoyment, residents appreciated the variety of amenities that the home offered. Lastly, the efforts of the staff to keep residents and their families informed and comfortable were highly praised, as was the nutritious food and memory care activities for residents.

Another group of reviewers lauded the community's commitment to providing tailored, resident-centered care. According to them, Belfair of Shawnee excelled at not only meeting their loved ones' individual needs but also ensuring they always felt valued. The proactive, constant communication between the staff and families was commended by many, who appreciated that they were kept up-to-date about their family members' welfare. Residents' family members also appreciated the variety of physical and recreational activities that kept their loved ones active and engaged throughout the day. Such attention to residents' needs and preferences, along with the facility's menu variety and tasteful meals, was reasons most of the reviewers would recommend the Belfair community to other families.

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