People with Memory Loss are Living Better Together at Symphony at Olmsted Falls

Families caring for loved ones with dementia at home face many challenges – not the least of which is helping them stay socially connected. After helping with personal care needs, housekeeping, preparing meals, laundry, shopping, and keeping up with doctor’s appointments, family members often don’t have the time or resources to find enriching – and safe – things for their loved one to do, which can lead to loneliness and isolation.

“Social connection is crucial for the well-being of all people, and that includes people living with dementia,” said Christine Grude, Executive Director at Symphony at Olmsted Falls, a memory support community. “At Symphony, we believe together is better,” she said. “Our residents not only receive the personalized care they need – they have neighbors and dementia-trained staff close by, and plenty of opportunities for exercise, creativity, music and more every day.”

The community offers features intentionally designed for older people, like optimized lighting, handrails, augmented chair heights, and a 24-hour emergency alert system. Residents enjoy nutritious, chef-prepared meals in the company of their neighbors in the dining room. Amenities include a salon and courtyard, and the community is pet friendly. Scheduled transportation to appointments and outings is available, and Southwest General Hospital, St. John Medical Center and The Cleveland Clinic are nearby.

Grude added, “when families choose to let us be the caregiver, the housekeeper, the chef, the snow shoveler, the grocery shopper – they find that they can spend more quality time connecting as a family again.”

Symphony at Olmsted Falls is located in a quiet, wooded setting on 25880 Elm Street.

To learn more, attend an upcoming event or schedule a tour, call 440-235-2750.