James L. West Alzheimer’s Center offers dedicated memory-care programming designed for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias. A licensed nursing team is on duty around the clock to monitor health changes, administer medications, and provide hands-on assistance with daily activities. The community also accepts respite or short-term stays, allowing families temporary relief while loved ones receive the same level of structured cognitive support as full-time residents. Diabetes care is available, including blood-glucose monitoring, insulin management, and coordination with physicians to keep care plans current.

Beyond medical oversight, the Center builds individualized service plans that can adapt as conditions progress. Caregivers are trained in dementia communication techniques, redirection, and behavioral management. Regular assessments help staff adjust support levels, from personal hygiene and mobility assistance to nutritional guidance and therapy referrals. A secured environment minimizes wandering risk, and emergency call systems connect residents quickly to clinical personnel. Family members receive routine updates and are encouraged to participate in care conferences.

Accommodation options include private and companion suites, but not every suite has every feature. Some rooms offer full bath tubs while others provide wheelchair-accessible showers. All living areas are air-conditioned, and many open to indoor common rooms with a central fireplace, TV lounge, piano or organ, and adjoining outdoor patios or landscaped open spaces. The layout keeps travel distances short and sightlines clear for easier orientation.

Meals are served restaurant-style three times daily, with snacks available between seatings. Menus are developed to meet clinical and personal preferences, covering vegan and vegetarian choices, low- or no-sodium plates, and no-sugar desserts for residents managing diabetes. Guest meals can be arranged, and staff run special dining programs such as cook-to-order breakfast stations, courtyard BBQs, and themed picnics to add variety and maintain mealtime engagement.

Residents have access to a range of on-site amenities and scheduled services. The campus includes a Jacuzzi for supervised hydrotherapy, raised garden beds for seasonal planting, and regular activities such as trivia games, stretching classes, art sessions, and a gardening club. Calendar highlights include yoga or chair-yoga groups, intergenerational visits with local schools, birthday and holiday parties, off-site day trips, and live music or theater performances that come to the building. These options give residents consistent opportunities for social interaction, gentle exercise, and creative expression.