Autumn Leaves Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Winnfield celebrated the latest expansion in its 62-year tradition of taking care of people during an Open House with a ribbon-cutting for its Memory Care Unit, an event that drew a crowd of well-wishers.
That newest addition has been named “The Tapestry at Autumn Leaves,” a specialized Memory Care Unit designed to provide a comfortable, supportive environment for those living with memory loss. In this completely renovated, secure unit, residents live each day to the fullest, with the help of the experienced, specially-trained staff, personal attention and small-group activities.
“We understand how difficult Alzheimer’s Disease and dementia can be for all residents and their families,” observed CEO Teddy Price. “While we can’t control or prevent the challenges that accompany this diagnosis, we can help ease the burden and improve quality of life. We would love to discuss our Memory Care Unit with any interested family member.”
Assistant administrator Thomas Little said the unit was created to provide care to meet the need here in our community and pointed at the fresh look, with new decorations, new furniture, new beds. Hand-picked nurses and aide, trained in this specialty care, will work in the unit.
Special features of The Tapestry at Autumn Leaves include the provision that it is a secure unit, providing safety for residents with Dementia or Alzheimer’s Disease. There are 16 beautifully decorated bedrooms with private bathrooms. There is specialized Memory Care training for the unit’s staff, with 24/7 staff supervision. There is a separate Day Room and Dining Room for activities and meals. Nurses Station has a direct line of sight to the Day Room and Dining Room. And the unit has a beautiful garden view and private courtyard.
“The environment here is designed for less stimulation for residents,” explained Jamie Shelton of Central Management. “It’s more home-like, less institutional. They seem to like it more. There is also a higher staff-to-patient ratio, more one-on-one for fewer falls or injuries. Our nurse station inside the unit itself provides for improved safety.”
Autumn Leaves was founded by Louisiana nursing home pioneers Ted and Marjorie Price in 1962 at 1400 W. Court Street. The home moved to its spacious, modern facility at 642 Country Club Road in 2002. Through those years, Central Management has grown to include 22 nursing homes across the state. They’ve never lost their focus on taking care of people.
Autumn Leaves accepts Medicare, Medicaid, hospice, private pay and private insurance on a case-by-case basis. For information, call 318-628-4152.
