Senior Helpers of South Carolina – Rock Hill provides dedicated memory-care services for older adults living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Caregivers receive ongoing training in dementia protocols, cueing techniques, and behavioral redirection. A secure layout limits wandering risks, and residents are monitored around the clock for changes in cognition, mobility, or health status. Medication administration is supervised by licensed personnel who coordinate with each resident’s physician to keep prescriptions current and effective.
Daily medical oversight includes routine vital-sign checks, diabetic management, and fall-prevention strategies backed by safety assessments of each resident’s care plan. Visiting nurses and therapists offer physical, occupational, and speech therapy on site, and families receive regular updates through scheduled care conferences. Transportation to local medical appointments is arranged by staff, who also handle laboratory scheduling, post-hospitalization care coordination, and the completion of insurance paperwork when required.
Living quarters range from private studios to companion suites, each designed with wide doorways, accessible bathrooms, and emergency call systems. Some suites include kitchenettes, individual climate controls, and cable hookups, though not all accommodations have all these features. Housekeeping, personal laundry, and linen service are provided on a set schedule to keep rooms hygienic and orderly.
Residents eat three meals per day in a community dining room monitored by staff trained in safe-swallowing techniques. Menus are planned by a dietitian to support brain health and manage common conditions such as hypertension and diabetes. Pureed or mechanical-soft alternatives are available when needed, and snacks are stocked throughout the day. Families can supply dietary preferences in advance, and menu adjustments are made as medical or cultural requirements change.