Innovative Design Features

Senior Living Residences has carefully designed our Compass Memory Support Neighborhoods to promote resident independence and well-being. In keeping with the latest research on environmental design to treat the symptoms of memory loss, our Neighborhoods enable residents to function at their highest level.

• Unobtrusive security systems, unlocked doors to secure outdoor spaces, and close attention by staff allow residents to move about freely, enhancing feelings of autonomy.
  


• Natural sunlight streaming through windows, coupled with appropriately bright levels of interior lighting, help reduce anxiety and enhance feelings of well-being. Research suggests that such lighting also reduces sun-downing behaviors.
  


• Community spaces are intentionally small-scaled to offer an intimate and nurturing homelike environment with a strong staff-to-resident ratio. Designated social programming spaces and “memory stations” offer areas to engage in meaningful interactions. Traditionally furnished living rooms evoke the warmth of a private home. Our Country Kitchens feature small dining room tables which foster conversation and allow staff to offer cueing during dining, as needed.
  


• Our Compass Memory Support Neighborhoods also feature a secure outdoor area – most of our communities have a courtyard with umbrella tables, raised planting beds and a walking path. Methuen Village has a lovely outdoor deck. We find that residents enjoy connecting with the natural world and feel a profound sense of peace and familiarity while relaxing outdoors.
  


• Our use of contrasting colors on walls and doors helps residents recognize community areas and navigate their home with enhanced perception of their surroundings.
  


• In order to reduce confusion and anxiety , our Compass Memory Support Neighborhoods are kept free of clutter and obtrusive noises.

In the right environment, with the right programs and a high level of personalized care and attention, residents with varying stages of memory loss can live a more healthful, active, independent life.