PITMAN, N.J. (PRWEB) June 06, 2013
Worldwide, the quantity of men and women with dementia, at the moment estimated at 35.six million, is projected to nearly double every single 20 years in the future. Amongst roughly 5.2 million Americans of all ages with the illness, 150,000 reside in New Jersey. With a senior-focused mission, United Methodist Homes has already established memory assistance residences (MSR) for persons with Alzheimers disease and other dementias in three of its senior communities. The fourth Memory Assistance Residence will open at Pitman Manor in Pitman. The public is invited to the grand opening from three to six p.m. on Thursday, June 13, 2013.

Alzheimers, a brain disorder and the most frequent kind of dementia, robs folks of their intellectual abilities and every day functioning. Due to the fact the progressive illness diminishes expertise more than time, the Pitman Manor plan revolves around activities associated with living at residence. Consistent with that aim, the space has undergone a comprehensive renovation, created to emulate a home environment.

Fully furnished and appointed, the Memory Assistance Residence occupies two wings on Pitman Manors third floor. Amenities consist of a two-sided fireplace, outdoor balcony, widespread open spaces, dining room, nation kitchen, directors workplace, wellness desk, consultation and meeting rooms, huge and small activity locations, and therapeutic spa, complemented by 23 studio apartments. Two prominent assistive technologies will be employed: a new nurse contact and wander management systems to maximize safety.

Programming, based on men and women unique needs, preferences and strengths, also promotes dignity and independence. As a result, for therapeutic value, each day routines in the MSR incorporate those people do at property such as setting the table, baking, cooking, folding garments, socialization, and much more. Other essential programming elements include fitness, music and sensory involvement.

Elizabeth Cook, formerly the assisted living social worker, has been promoted to director of memory help solutions. The programs strategy is to provide a community of care and support in which every particular person is honored and given possibilities to boost their physique, thoughts and spirit, articulated Ms. Cook. Her credentials incorporate a Bachelor of Science in Social Work from the University of Dayton, Ohio CSW (Certified Social Worker) C-SWCM (Certified Social Worker Case Manager) and CALA (Certified Assisted Living Administrator).

She affirmed, Music, an ethereal force, translates so numerous techniques for so numerous individuals, especially for those with dementia. Ironically, in my years of experience I have observed that often, men and women who can not speak can still sing, as it makes use of a various nerve pathway. We employ music as a tool for sensory stimulation and mood stabilization.

A full complement of staff has been screened, interviewed, hired and educated. In addition to the required in-service training, associates received six more hours of mandatory and vital dementia instruction. Ms. Cook, who is accountable for ongoing employees education, has meticulously selected team members with tremendous hearts who truly want to honor each resident and bring professionalism, tolerance, patience and compassion.

A worldwide aging population is one particular of the most far-reaching developments in the 21st century, bringing both challenges and possibilities. The Alzheimers Association reports that in New Jersey alone, 439,000 caregivers gave 500 million unpaid hours of care in 2012. The Pitman Manor Memory Help Residence will assist to relieve some of these caregivers obligations.

The Residences first dedicated memory help residence opened in 2005 at The Shores (Ocean City) followed in 2009 by the John Ziegler Memory Help Residence at Bristol Glen (Newton), and far more recently, Francis Asbury Manor (Ocean Grove) in 2010. The Pitman Manor Memory Support Residence will complement the solutions already presented there: residential and assisted living, respite care, brief-term rehab, skilled nursing, and hospice and palliative care.

United Methodist Homes is a not-for-profit organization guided by a volunteer board of directors affiliated in ministry with the Higher New Jersey Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church. The mission of the United Methodist Residences is to give top quality and caring solutions to senior men and ladies in a Christian community. With over 106 years of continuous operation, the organization has grown to ten communities providing solutions to persons of all faith backgrounds.

To schedule a tour or obtain further info about Pitman Manor, go to http://www.pitmanmanor.org or call Pam Mezis at 856-589-7800.