Care from the heart
We know when the diagnosis is dementia, care can seem overwhelming, and going it alone feels, well, lonely. But that’s why Cornerstone is here, and when it’s your loved one who needs Memory Care in Texarkana, TX, reach out to us. For those who have Alzheimer’s or dementia in other forms — and for families currently in caregiver roles — we’re ready to help. We’re skilled providers of effective memory care, with a facility for adapting to resident’s unique needs.
special care delivered by special people.
A long-time provider of senior living and senior health services in Texas, MRC brings a wealth of memory support knowledge to each community. At Cornerstone, we offer a unique environment for those living with memory loss. As the area’s only secure memory care community, we can offer peace of mind to the family while extended specialized programing and care that is delivered by highly trained professionals. Regardless of the stage of dementia or Alzheimer’s, our team is ready to help. Out of all of the things we do to deliver excellent care, the most important is hiring the right people. At Cornerstone, it isn’t enough to fill staffing vacancies with certified or licensed professionals, that’s only a piece of the puzzle. We know that the best fit for this specialized care is finding caregivers who have a lot of heart. The special souls who work in the Bunch-Woodview Memory Support neighborhood seem to have an extra helping of compassion, an overflow of patience and a deep passion for connecting the elder to meaningful experiences each day. The building is well designed, the programs are excellent, but at the end of the day, it’s the people who make the Bunch-Woodview Memory Support neighborhood such a special part of Cornerstone. Come meet our team and feel the difference.
Open space, safe exploring.
Our residents live safely and happily in their new neighborhood, specifically designed to help them feel secure yet encouraged to explore via its open layout and accessible outdoors. This is a setting rich with encouraging activities and sensory stimulating therapy, all in a soothing environment where certified nurses and staff assist with daily activities and support each individual’s independence.
Making today a good day.
A resident’s typical day might include a walk in the secured memory garden, sensory games, a roundtable discussion, and even baking cookies as if in the comfort of their own home. Family members are welcomed and encouraged to participate in activities and care that might elicit connection to familiar experiences and improve quality of life. The atmosphere is calming; the physical, emotional and spiritual care is real; and despite natural frustrations, the focus is simply on enjoying each day.
Offering respite relief for caregivers.
Families who provide caregiving at home can enjoy a break of a day, overnight or even a few days at a time, confident that their loved one is well cared for in a safe, enriching environment. If you’re considering placing your loved one with us and you live nearby, 2-3 short stays of at least overnight will enable us to prepare a residency plan and ensure that our Memory Support is the right fit for your loved one.
Hand in Hand Training
Through programs and activities that make every day a good day, Hand in Hand Training maximizes independence and individualizes assistance.
- Staff members respect residents’ dignity, increasing their self-esteem
- Staff training includes how-tos of resident interaction, reducing behavior concerns and controlling medication needs
- Staff members learn each resident’s history and incorporate that knowledge into daily life
- Families can track their loved one’s progress via regular reviews
- Support groups connect families to share concerns
- Residents’ improvements in sleep, nutrition and hydration can often improve relations with family members
Services & Amenities
Assistance with ADLs (activities of daily living) is a given in Memory Support, but we try to provide only as much as each resident needs to help maintain independence as long as possible. But when challenges can change from day to day, appropriate support always requires a ready smile and a big heart — in addition to these services and amenities:
- 3 daily meals
- Bathing
- Dressing and grooming
- Housekeeping and linen service
- Medication management
- Mobility
- Personal laundry service
- Scheduled activities
- Transportation
- Activity area and living room
- Full bath in each resident’s room
- Homelike interior design
- Large courtyard with walking paths and beautiful landscaping
- Multiple parlors and seating areas
- Private rooms and companion suites
- Rooms specially designed for memory support
- Rooms to accommodate couples
- Separate small conference rooms for administrative and family use
- Separate resident laundry
- Two dining areas overlooking a beautiful patio and courtyard
MUSIC & MEMORY ®
It’s proven that by calming chaotic brain activity and improving focus, music can connect with those with dementia, helping them to reconnect. That’s why we’ve made Music & Memory an integral part of our Memory Support program. Join us for classes, and learn how music can relax and focus your loved one as it quickly makes a bad day better.
keeping the mind active
As Alzheimer’s is a progressive disease, continual stimulation is key to keeping the mind active. Consequently, the team regularly administers memory stimulation exercises, helping our residents by practicing a multitude of sensory stimulation activities, including daily devotions, storytelling, brain teasers and memory trigger games. We aim to “shake loose a memory” with each activity. Our caregivers are part of these activities, encouraging social engagement and promoting a sense of belonging to the community. Not only does it help our residents, but it’s a gift to our team. When our residents flourish, we know we’re taking the right steps to ensure the best possible quality care.
P.S. Memory Support is available as Home Health, too!
Sometimes you may need a helping hand but you aren’t quite ready to make a big move. With the assistance of in-home Memory Support services, we’re able to help those with dementia and their caregivers improve their overall quality of life. That’s right! We come to you! Home Health Care Services include:
- 24/7 consultations with administrative nurses
- Bathing assistance
- Home evaluations that specify the modifications and equipment necessary for optimal independence
- Medication management to help prevent errors
- Memory support exercises
At the same time, Personal Assistance Services help maintain a loved one’s independence by providing:
- Companion services
- Errand services
- Exercising
- Light housekeeping
- Meal preparation
- Personal hygiene
- Shopping
- Transportation
Find out more.
There’s no better quality care available in Texarkana for those living with memory loss than the services found at Cornerstone. To learn more about costs for current Cornerstone residents and community members, contact us to start that confidential conversation.
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