Alzheimer's disease is not curable at present, however its symptoms can be reduced and managed with appropriate, coordinated treatment. The Hearthstone Treatment Program focuses on supporting residents through environmental adaptations, specialized communication techniques, and meaningful activities throughout the day. In this way, despite the very real challenges people living with dementia are faced with each day, they can continue to flourish:
• Environments are naturally mapped using Hearthstone's research-based design principles
• Staff uses residents' own definition of reality in interactions
• Activities of Daily Living empower residents by focusing on positive emotional outcomes
• Continuous activities promote the sense of belonging to a community and promote the development of each residents' individuality
• Communication is supported through specialized training. Many non-verbal communication techniques are utilized, including music, touch, and art
The Hearthstone approach is appropriate for all stages of Alzheimer's and includes:
• Unique Alzheimer's treatment program
• Live-in treatment respite care and day programs
• Daily assistance with all ADL's
• Reminders and management for medication
• Home-like setting designed to reduce anxiety
• Security provides reassurance and independence
• Continuous meaningful activities
• 24-hour awake staff supports residents with sleep disturbances
• "Hearthstone Way" Alzheimer's staff training
• Caregiver support groups for spouses and children
• Enriched environments decrease disorientation
• Healing garden combats the effects of sundowning
