When looking for long-term care for your loved one who has dementia, you’ll want to make sure it provides the right type of certified memory care specialists and a safe environment with constant monitoring. Will your loved one have personal assistance? Have access to meaningful activities and programs that stimulate memories? Are the doors secured in case he/she is prone to wandering? These are just a few questions you’ll have. Benchmark Senior Living at The Atrium at Cardinal Drive has the answers.
The Atrium at Cardinal Drive in Agawam, MA is a vibrant and compassionate residential community with an innovative Mind & Memory program for seniors with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia. Led by a Certified Dementia Practitioner, this specialized form of assisted living combines personal care assistance and innovative medication management with dedicated programs and dignified dining for life enrichment.
Our staff provides specialized care to seniors with dementia. We know the complexity of Alzheimer’s and how it impacts your loved one—and you. It’s an emotional time filled with worry about your loved one’s safety and future. Rest assured that our memory care community has cared for hundreds of individuals with dementia and we are well-experienced in providing a meaningful and enriching life for your loved one.
Our award-winning Mind & Memory program celebrates the spirit and supports the capabilities of your loved one through individualized and group activities that encourage creativity and self-expression. Using research-based programming, we help seniors engage in physical, social, intellectual, emotional, purposeful and spiritual wellness.
If you’re a caregiver providing support to a loved with memory impairment, we also offer short-term stay for when you need a break to rest and recharge. Through our Easy Care, respite care program, short-term stay guests benefit from the same services and amenities as permanent residents.
Residents of The Atrium at Cardinal Drive benefit from thoughtfully prepared and balanced meals, a full calendar of programs and events, housekeeping, laundry service, and transportation along with friendships to last a lifetime. For extra safety, we have round the clock staff, a secure environment and a nurses’ station for any health concerns that may arise.