Alf Morning Dew is a specialized assisted living facility located in Tampa, Florida, dedicated to providing comprehensive memory care for individuals dealing with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia. The facility is purposefully designed to support residents with cognitive impairments, offering a secured environment to ensure the safety and well-being of those who may be prone to wandering. Morning Dew’s memory care area operates as its own designated building, employing advanced technology such as alarmed bracelets that alert staff if a resident attempts to leave the premises unaccompanied. This feature is especially beneficial for individuals who are at risk of elopement, and underscores the facility’s commitment to resident safety.
Residents at Alf Morning Dew receive 24-hour supervision from a compassionate and professional staff. Their team assists with all activities of daily living, including grooming, toileting, and mobility, and is equipped to manage residents across a broad range of care needs. Morning Dew is capable of welcoming individuals who require heavy care, which entails comprehensive assistance with most or all daily activities, including residents who present with complex nursing requirements or behavioral management challenges. A physician is on call to oversee medical needs, and additional support is available for those struggling with behavioral symptoms or who may act out physically.
For residents managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, Morning Dew provides a range of supportive care options. Staff are able to assist with routine blood sugar monitoring and can administer insulin injections, including those on sliding scale therapy, ensuring that affected residents have the resources they need to maintain their health and wellness. Incontinence care is also thoughtfully handled; while some residents may require only reminders, the staff at Morning Dew are prepared to manage both bowel and bladder incontinence as needed.
Mobility support at Alf Morning Dew is robust, with the facility able to provide standby assistance, one-person or two-person transfers, and the use of mechanical lifts for residents who need help moving between a bed and a wheelchair. With a high level of flexibility and adaptability, Morning Dew offers a living arrangement suited for the needs of seniors at various stages of physical or cognitive decline.
Room types available at the facility include Memory Care 1 Bedroom and Semi-Private accommodations, both at an average cost of $2,500. This affordability, combined with a strong focus on specialized dementia care and an environment designed for both security and comfort, makes Alf Morning Dew a supportive choice for individuals and families seeking attentive long-term care for loved ones with Alzheimer’s or related conditions.