Arden Courts - ProMedica Memory Care Community in Silver Spring is built for people with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia who need specialized care and a safe place to live, and it's been doing this kind of care for about 25 years, so families have found it helpful for their loved ones who need memory care. The community is divided into four neighborhoods, each with its own kitchen, dining room, living room, and laundry, which seems to help residents feel more at home and keeps things less confusing, and staff names the houses in a way that helps residents remember where they belong. There's a secure, enclosed courtyard with tree-lined walking paths so people can spend time outdoors safely, get fresh air, and sit in garden areas with family or friends.
Rooms come in a range of styles, and the whole place is meant to be easy to walk around, with clear walkways, secured courtyards, and safety features like sprinkler systems and handicap access. Residents get three chef-prepared meals a day served in each neighborhood's dining room, where the meals can be vegetarian or Kosher if needed, and meals are adjusted for different dietary needs, which helps everyone eat well and socialize. The community also offers amenities like WiFi, cable TV, and a fitness center, plus activity rooms for art and creativity, as well as onsite salon and barbershop service, laundry, and cleaning. There's also home health care, long-term care, skilled nursing, and a variety of room types. Staff provides both personal care and transportation to appointments or outings.
Arden Courts - ProMedica Memory Care Community employs specially trained staff who know how to work with people who have memory loss, and they're always around to help with personal needs, redirecting, and emotional support. The care here focuses on each person's individual needs and choices, with personalized care plans that change as needed, and there are special engagement programs, like the Namaste program, which uses music, gentle touch, and calm activities for people in later stages of dementia, and activities such as art, music, gardening, and reminiscence therapy throughout the days. The facility includes a Creative Expressions Studio, themed activity rooms, and scheduled social, educational, and wellness programs.
The facility sits on a quiet property in Silver Spring, with ManorCare Health Services and rehab hospitals nearby. Residents have access to a wide variety of rehab services, including neurological and physical rehabilitation, pain management, addiction treatment, behavioral and mental health support, nutrition therapy for eating disorders, programs for veterans, LGBTQ+ inclusive services, gender-specific and faith-based programs, as well as adolescent and holistic rehabilitation. Wilderness and adventure therapy, sober living homes, detox services, and both inpatient and outpatient rehab programs are available too. Short-term respite care is offered for families who need a temporary break, and adult day services are provided as well.
The environment is meant to help residents keep their independence, prevent wandering, and provide comfort for those with dementia. Family members can take part in events and seminars, and there's plenty of communication with staff. People can take virtual tours before moving in. The staff is described as caring and supportive, and reviews from families and residents have given high marks, with a score of 9.7, which seems to show families are satisfied. The community is licensed and provides many amenities for daily living, making it a safe and steady place for seniors needing memory care.
