Belonging and Purpose
Our Lilac Trace Memory Care philosophy is built on understanding the challenges of dementia and cognitive decline.
Guided by the best-selling book Meet Me Where I Am, Lilac Trace emphasizes the importance of connecting memory care residents with their long-term memories while cherishing present moments. The five key elements of our Lilac Trace Memory Care neighborhood are:
- We treat everyone as an individual. There is no “one-size-fits-all” approach to care.
- We respect each resident by understanding their individual history.
- We walk side by side with each resident daily and accept people for who they are now.
- We understand that behaviors and expressions are a form of communication.
- We strive to make each moment special.
Our personalized approach creates a dynamic memory care experience that adapts to each resident’s unique needs.
What Is Lilac Trace Memory Care?
Lilac Trace Memory Care is a research-backed approach that meets every resident on their terms. Our dementia trained caregivers prioritize individual wellness and community-building to create an environment of stability, calm, and compassion.
Using this approach, we celebrate our residents’ past, bring dignity to the present, and inspire hope for the future.
Who Does Memory Care Serve?
Lilac Trace Memory Care is designed for individuals living with various cognitive conditions, including:
- Alzheimer’s disease
- Vascular dementia
- Lewy Body dementia
- Frontotemporal dementia
- Parkinson’s disease dementia
Our certified dementia practitioners are dedicated to supporting your loved one’s journey, wherever it may lead.
What Does Memory Care Provide?
Lilac Trace Memory Care offers:
- Dementia-trained caregivers
- Personalized wellness plans
- Medication management
- Sequential Day Programing
- Safe and secure environment
Whether your loved one is experiencing memory loss, behavioral changes, or physical limitations, our staff is here to bring them comfort and stability.
Welcome Home: Lifestyle & Wellness Plans
We understand the importance of finding the right residence and creating a personalized wellness plan. Our blend of hospitality and care sets us apart. Our Lifestyle & Wellness Plan goes beyond basic needs, offering comprehensive social and wellness support tailored to each resident’s desires.
Learn more about our unique approach to wellness here.
What Makes Lilac Trace Memory Care Different?
Our principal pillars of connection, collaboration, and compassion guide us. These help us create a community where memory care is filled with respect and empathy, honors our residents’ pasts, and celebrates their present.
Our approach begins with a better understanding of who we’re caring for. Our care associates are trained to walk alongside each resident on their individual journey. Our proprietary tools enlighten care associates while honoring each resident’s legacy:
- A “Moments in Time” questionnaire that provides a personal biography and life history.
- Personalized wellness plans that include daily care and engagement opportunities.
- “Vault of Memories,” a collection of meaningful memorabilia, reconnects residents with special moments from their life journeys.
- We create evidence-based dementia-specific programs and activities to engage residents daily.
Continual collaboration with families is vital to the successful day-to-day care of our residents and is at the heart of everything we do:
- Our Bridge App provides real-time communication with families.
- Support groups that provide education and resources for families.
- Ongoing family wellness conferences to review residents’ progress in Lilac Trace Memory Care.
Every Lilac Trace Memory Care neighborhood provides exceptional services and care in a nurturing environment.
- We offer dignified dining, understanding residents’ preferences and abilities.
- We manage resident medications with respect and patience.
Why Choose Somerby Mount Pleasant?
If you have a loved one experiencing cognitive issues, it’s encouraging to know there’s a place like Somerby Mount Pleasant where every day is designed to be as positive and productive as possible.
To help ensure that happens, every staff member on our memory care team undergoes specialized training, resulting in a combination of expert care and extraordinary empathy that both your loved one—and your entire family—will appreciate.
Loved ones savor nutritious, chef-prepared meals served restaurant-style in a warm, communal dining environment.
We offer sequential daily programming inspired by leaders in Alzheimer’s and dementia care. Each day offers multiple structured events and experiences purposely designed to help every resident thrive.
Our holistic wellness programs emphasize physical, emotional, and cognitive health, with personalized care plans designed to enhance residents’ quality of life and well-being.
Cherish the companionship of pets. Our pet-friendly policy supports the emotional well-being of residents, creating a comforting and homey atmosphere.
Lilac Trace Memory Care Apartment Amenities
Memory care apartments are available in 2 different 1-bedroom, 1-bath floor plans. They are designed to facilitate the highest levels of safety and care.
In our memory care apartments, your loved one can expect:
- Individual thermostat controls
- Housekeeping services
- Utilities (electricity, water, telephone)
- Emergency call systems
Visit Our Lilac Trace Memory Care Neighborhood
We invite you to experience the impact of our philosophy. You’ll find a compassionate, dignified lifestyle and a safe, supportive memory care neighborhood.