Franklin Place Memory Care is dedicated exclusively to residents living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. The team is equipped to care for residents who wander day or night, exhibit exit-seeking or combative behaviors, stay awake through the night, or present complex medical needs such as wound care, oxygen support, or diabetes management on oral medications, injections, or sliding scale insulin. Staff are also able to serve younger residents under 60 and those requiring special diets. The community accepts individuals with advanced dementia conditions and those who have co-occurring psychiatric diagnoses, providing a single setting for both cognitive and medical support.

An RN or LPN is on staff, with a nurse on call 24 hours a day. All employees complete background checks, and an awake night shift monitors a fenced yard, alarmed doors, pull-cord alerts, and optional PERS devices that contact 911. On-site podiatry and a dedicated therapy room reduce the need for outside appointments. Direct care includes full assistance with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. Transfer capabilities range from standby supervision to two-person or Hoyer lift support, ensuring continuity of care as mobility changes, including for residents who become bed-bound.

Living spaces include furnished rooms with private bathrooms, individual climate controls, cable service, and the option to paint or decorate. Housekeeping and scheduled laundry are provided. Because room features vary, prospective residents should confirm which amenities are included in the specific accommodation they select.

Meals follow a set menu served in the main dining room, with snacks available throughout the day. The kitchen can deliver meals to a resident’s room or arrange private dining for family visits. Therapeutic diets are accommodated, including gluten-free, vegetarian, mechanical-chop, puréed, and thickened-liquid options, under the guidance of nursing staff and physicians when required.

Community amenities include wheelchair-accessible common areas, a barber and beauty shop, a movie room, a wellness center, internet access, communal gardens, an on-site chapel for religious services, a library, and organized special-interest clubs. Scheduled transportation helps residents reach medical appointments or local outings. Pets are allowed; it’s a good idea to check with the community during your visit to see if your pet will be allowed.