STEVE’S COLUMN
July 2014
The Short History of Independence Day
According to History.com John Adams believed that July 2nd was the correct date on which to celebrate the birth of American independence, and would reportedly turn down invitations to appear at July 4th events in protest. So, why did John Adams believe that July 2nd was the correct date?
Here is what happened: On July 2nd, the Continental Congress voted in favor of Lee’s resolution for independence in a near-unanimous vote (the New York delegation abstained, but later voted affirmatively).
THE BEL AIRE DIFFERENCE
Bel Aire Senior Living provides excellence in Assisted Living Services, Alzheimer’s & Memory Care, Long-Term Care & Respite Care. We offer personalized plans of assistance. We have two locations in Utah County. The American Fork facility is Type I, Type II & Memory Care Wing and the Orem facility is Type I Care only. All of our residents enjoy 24 hour assistance by a very competent & compassionate CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) staff, engaging activities and delicious home style cooking.
Bel Aire Senior Living is a remodeled and expanded facility with a secured Memory Support Wing. We recognize the special needs of families coping with Alzheimer’s disease and other related memory impairments. Through our services, we create bridges of understanding and love that help span the gulf of fear and loss of ability. As we reach the chasm of dementia, we provide our residents with better days, and their families with tools of understanding and support.
Our staff are trained in providing specific, compassionate care to meet the unique needs of those with more severe cognitive impairment. We start with understanding the stories and details of a senior’s life so that we can involve them in daily activities that are stimulating, familiar and comforting. Activities are specifically designed to provide cognitive, social and emotional, sensory, and physical stimulation to keep the brain active.
We have a secured memory support wing and walking path to help those who pose a risk of wandering remain safe. All rooms have been remodeled and a new dining room provides a comfortable home-like living environment.
Here is a short overview of our primary services & amenities that we provide at all inclusive prices:
CNA ASSISTANCE 24/7 - All of our residents enjoy 24 hour assistance by a very competent & compassionate CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) staff. We also provide excellent staff-to-resident ratios.
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DAKIM BRAIN FITNESS - This specialty computer program uses patented NeuroLogic technology that cross-train our resident’s brain in six essential cognitive domains to provide a comprehensive brain workout.
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MEMORY CARE WING - We recognize the special needs of families coping with Alzheimer’s disease and other related dementia or memory impairments. Our is trained in providing individualized, compassionate care.
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HOME STYLE MEALS - All residents enjoy three delicious, well-balanced meals. We serve two desserts a day and have special hydration program to ensure each resident is drinking enough fluids.
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HOUSEKEEPING - Creating clean and comfortable environment is our priority. As included services, we provide weekly housekeeping, daily spot cleaning of each room. Laundry is done three times as week.
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BEAUTY SALON - Feeling beautiful is important. Our beauty salon is opened every Monday and Friday morning where our residents, both men and women, can get their hair done.
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ACTIVITIES - Our calendar is carefully planned each month to ensure each resident has an opportunity to participate in a variety of meaningful activities that enrich the mind, body and spirit.
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LDS BRANCH SERVICES - Our LDS Branch serves resident’s needs through weekly sacrament meeting and relief society and priesthood meetings. They also provide a Family Home Evening each Monday.
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RESPITE CARE - Individuals who come to Bel Aire Senior Living for a respite care can stay for a few hours or a few days at a time. Short-term resident stays are based on room availability.
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ALZHEIMER’S & DEMENTIA CARE
TRAINED STAFF
Our memory support staff are trained in providing individualized, compassionate care to meet the unique needs of those with more severe forms of dementia.
SPECIAL PROGRAM
We have developed a program that can bridge the effects of dementia to meet the emotional needs of each individual. We begin with understanding the stories and details of a senior’s life so we can involve them in familiar activities that keep the brain active.
EXCELLENT STAFF TO RESIDENT RATIOS
We have witnessed that in spite of the effects of dementia related disease, the human connection we make with our residents will bring them and their families comfort and more positive experiences. We have 2 CNAs as well as specialty activities director designated just for our memory care wing.
Bel Aire has been an answer to prayers. I have a good friend who just needed some extra assistance and monitoring each day while still maintaining her independence.
After looking into several facilities, there was no comparing the fresh, clean, roomy, and friendly environment at Bel Aire.
It’s obvious that this is not just a job to them–they really care about the people they serve! Thank you.
T. GrayWe have been extremely pleased with Bel Aire. The administration and staff are incredible and the atmosphere of the facility is very home-like.
Our dad has been at Bel Aire for more than 5 years and our mom was there for two and a half years until she passed away.
We could not be more satisfied with the care they have received.The staff at Bel Aire have always gone the extra mile. Thank you for your kindness.
Christine P.I was so fortunate to find Bel-Aire. My mom has early Dementia, but is still an active, vivacious, caring woman.
I looked at many facilities before Bel-Aire and I knew she would be miserable in the majority of them. I was looking for a place that could provide increased memory care as her Dementia progressed.
I can rest every night knowing that she is not just safe & well cared for, but also very happy.
Bob W.REQUEST A TOUR
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1088 East 390 South American Fork, Utah, 84003 USA
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