Hillside Care Manor provides specialized memory care services for seniors in Portland, offering a secure and supportive environment designed to meet the unique needs of individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. The community is purpose-built to deliver comprehensive care tailored to varying levels of assistance, ensuring that residents receive personalized supervision and support as their needs change over time. The staff at Hillside Care Manor is available 24 hours a day, offering reminders and hands-on help with activities of daily living such as grooming, toileting, hygiene, nutrition, mobility, and medication management. Residents are encouraged to remain as independent as possible, but the team is equipped to provide everything from light supervision to intensive assistance, depending on each person’s level of care requirement.
The memory care area at Hillside Care Manor is a secured environment, designed to prevent wandering and ensure resident safety, especially for those who may be an elopement risk. Technology is in place to monitor residents, with features such as alarmed bracelets and secured entries. The care staff is experienced and capable of managing behavioral symptoms that may arise with dementia, including physical aggression and complex nursing needs. For residents with non-ambulatory requirements, the facility can offer standby assistance, one-person and two-person transfers, and even mechanical lift support for those who need help moving from beds to wheelchairs.
Hillside Care Manor also provides specialized support for residents experiencing incontinence, offering both reminders to use the restroom and hands-on care for bladder or bowel needs. Diabetic residents are supported with blood sugar monitoring and insulin management, including injections and sliding scale therapy as needed. The approach to care is flexible, allowing residents to remain in the community as their care needs increase, enabling continuity and stability during cognitively challenging times.
Accommodations at Hillside Care Manor include both studio and semi-private rooms thoughtfully designed for comfort, safety, and accessibility. The environment is structured to offer engaging activities that are suitable for seniors with memory challenges, helping to keep residents active and socially involved, all while under expert supervision. The memory care section is housed within its own secure building, fostering a sense of belonging and community among neighbors who share similar needs.
With a professional and compassionate staff, robust safety measures, and a person-centered philosophy, Hillside Care Manor strives to provide the highest quality of life for its residents. The continuum of care available ensures that individuals and their families have peace of mind, knowing that comprehensive support will be provided throughout every stage of memory loss.