Alzheimer's Resource Center of Connecticut, also known as LiveWell Dementia Specialists, sits at 1261 South Main Street in Plantsville, and the place offers a mix of care options for older adults and those dealing with memory and cognitive issues, including Alzheimer's disease and other types of dementia, and with only thirteen apartments in one area it feels pretty close-knit and folks there often say it feels like home because everyone sees each other every day and gets familiar, which helps a lot when memory loss causes confusion for some residents. The staff there, including nurses, aides, and specialists, handle every stage of care, from assisted living and skilled nursing to respite stays and adult day programs, so people can stay put even as their needs change, which means there's not a lot of moving around for someone who needs extra help suddenly, and it's easier to settle in and stay settled. The apartments come furnished, and you'll find comforts like private or semi-private rooms, private bathrooms, air conditioning, kitchenettes, cable TV, telephones, and Wi-Fi, plus housekeeping and laundry service if lifting a broom or folding laundry gets to be too much.
There's always some sort of activity, exercise, or trip going on, the staff and volunteers run art classes, Zumba or yoga twice a day, movie nights, singing with a live piano, outings to museums or concerts, and regular visits from in-house and visiting music therapists, with all of it aimed at keeping minds and bodies busy, which does seem to help with memory and mood. The property itself has a bunch of community rooms, gardens, a beauty salon, computer space, a gaming area, a small library, and places to sit outside when the weather's good, so there are always options for being around other people or just having a quiet place for a cup of tea if that's more to someone's liking. There's a safe, secure area for people with dementia, so everyone's accounted for and wandering's not a worry, and support staff are available any time, day or night, to help with bathing, transfers, getting dressed, or taking medicine on schedule, with everything kept closely supervised.
Family members can visit and join group events, and the community actively plans times for shared meals and even singing, so everyone gets to stay connected, and for people who still live at home or are about to move in, they offer respite care and home health programs, making sure people outside the center can get a break or extra help. The center runs the LiveWell Institute and the Resilient Living Center to offer workshops, support, and advice for people worried about cognitive health, which can mean programs in-person or online, plus a regular schedule of new events, performances, or educational groups about brain health, aging, and dementia. Some folks use Crown Terrace Apartments for independent living, while others choose assisted living or skilled nursing in units with more medical supervision, and those using Medicare, Medicaid, or private pay can usually find a program that fits. The property holds 120 certified beds for skilled nursing, and offers continuity through a model where no one needs to move to a different building or city if their condition changes.
Meals, daily housekeeping, and linen service are included, and the kitchen staff try to handle special diets as needed. Resource Coordinators help families and residents figure out what support or programs are available, and the nonprofit side of the place puts a focus on dignity and respect, for both the people living there and their families. Resident and family councils meet to give feedback and improve life in the community. The property continues to expand its facilities, aiming to make life easier for people with all stages of dementia and similar challenges, and it's become known nationwide as a knowledgeable place for dementia care, research, and support.
