Wellness Resources
Exercise for the Brain
According to the 2019 Alzheimer’s Facts and Figures, “Brain Health is affected by the health of the heart and blood vessels. Although it makes up just 2% of the body weight, the brain consumes 20% of the body’s oxygen and energy supplies.” Researchers have found that factors that protect the heart may also protect the brain and reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia.
At Mariposa Point of Surprise, our residents stay physically active every day. We have learned through clinical studies that those who remain physically active throughout their life have a reduced risk of getting Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.
Our daily exercise reinforces the point that any movement is good movement. We have also partnered with Team Select, a highly rated Home Care company that provides physical, occupational and speech therapy to our residents and the general public.
Fall Management
According to a study done by the National Institute on Aging, “more than one in three people age 65 years or older falls each year resulting in an injury. The risk of falling and fall-related problems rise with age.”
At Surpass Senior Living, we take the safety of our residents seriously. Our purpose-built communities are designed to decrease the fall risk for our residents. All of our flooring surfaces are non-slip, including in the bathrooms of the apartments. All carpeting is short pile reducing the risk of tripping and falls. Our communities have no thresholds throughout again reducing the risk of tripping and falls. Finally, all bathrooms have safety rails and hallways have handrails throughout the community.
Medication Management
According to a recent article in Better Health While Aging, “seniors often feel a burden when taking medications due to numerous medications that need to be taken at different times each day. At a minimum, this is often a hassle; at worst, it becomes a serious drain on quality of life.”
At Surpass Senior Living, we understand the potential harmful effects that missing medications or taking them at the wrong time can have on Seniors. According to the same article, “depending on which medications are missed, this can cause serious effects on an older person’s health.”
Therefore, we have invested in an Electronic Medications Administration Record or eMar system. This is a software system that helps ensure that our residents are taking the right medication at the right time.
The eMar system alerts staff to which residents need medication, what the medication is, and will not allow staff to close it out until each resident has received their medication. Additionally, the system tracks the medication inventory and reorders when needed. Finally, the system will alert our staff when a resident is given a new medication that might have a drug interaction with current medication.
At Surpass, we take the health of our residents very seriously. This system takes as much human error as possible out of the medication management process.
Mental Stimulation
According to the Alzheimer’s Facts & Figures, an annual report from the Alzheimer’s Association, “people with more years of formal education are at a lower risk for Alzheimer’s and other dementias than those with fewer years of formal education. Having a mentally stimulating job and engaging in other mentally stimulating activities may also help to build cognitive reserve.”
At Surpass Senior Living, our residents are always exercising their brains. From our One Week University program, which has university professors come into our community to teach classes, to other mentally stimulating activities, we want to reduce the chances of developing Alzheimer’s and other dementias or slow the progression of the disease for those who have it.
It is also fun for our residents to do games, crossword puzzles, trivia games and just continuing to learn and exercise the brain.
Social Interaction
According to the Alzheimer’s Facts & Figures, an annual report by the Alzheimer’s Association, “studies suggest that remaining socially and mentally active throughout life may support brain health and possibly reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s and other dementias. Remaining socially and mentally active may help build cognitive reserve.”
At Surpass Senior Living our residents stay busy. They have plenty of opportunities to be socially active. We have happy hours, movies, arts and crafts, and lunch outings. Even daily meals offer our residents opportunities to be social and interact with each other as well as our staff.
Who would have thought laughing and talking with others would be good for brain health?
Peripheral Vision
According to the organization All About Vision, “aging causes a normal loss of peripheral vision with the size of our vision field decreasing by approximately one to three degrees per decade of life. By the time we reach 70’s and 80’s, a person may have a peripheral visual field loss of 20 to 30 degrees.”
This loss of peripheral vision can often lead to senior’s inability to judge depth. This loss of peripheral vision and depth perception can lead seniors to misjudge the end of hallways and not realize that the hallway is not a dead end. At Surpass Senior Living, our communities are purposely built for seniors. The community has no stiff line walls and the end of hallways do not give the appearance of dead ends due to the design and construction.
Vitamin D
According to a recent study in the medical journal Age and Aging, “Vitamin D deficiency may contribute to osteoporosis, muscle weakness, hip fractures, diabetes, cancer, heart disease, arthritis and poor general health in seniors.”
At Surpass Senior Living, we understand the effects that vitamin D deficiency has on our residents. While there are numerous foods that contain vitamin D naturally, and others that are fortified with vitamin D, sunlight remains the most important source. Therefore, our residents have numerous areas to enjoy the outdoors and access sunlight. Whether it be in our beautiful courtyards or in the front of our community, our residents enjoy the great outdoors!
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Active Adult Living
Active Adult
Living
The The Heritage at Marietta active adult living program is designed for active adults that desire to live closer to their peers and remain engaged with the community. These updated, accommodating communities cater to middle-aged and senior residents looking for an environment that supports their active, healthy lifestyles. Matched with our long list of exciting programming, services, and amenities, The Heritage at Marietta provides an ideal environment for seniors to be at their best.
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Memory Care
The Traditions
Program
The Heritage at Marietta does more than care for your family member’s basic needs. We provide our residents with amenities designed for their comfort. The Traditions memory care program at The Heritage at Marietta incorporates a comprehensive, meaningful life engagement program that aims to lower anxiety,decrease frustration, and increase feelings of independence, fostering a sense of purpose.
All of our professional staff, nursing personnel, and Resident Care Partners receive proprietary training in Alzheimer’s and dementia related care. Surpass Senior Living’s Resident Care Partners have met or exceeded state-required certification and participate in continuing education.
Memory Care Services
& Amenities
- Daily living assistance (bathing, dressing, hygiene, and mobility)
- Home-like areas to encourage friendships and socialization
- Private or companion apartments
- Secured outdoor area
- Full-service onsite beauty and barber salon
- Comprehensive dental exam and x-rays (provided by third party)
- Physical, occupational, and speech therapy (provided by third party)
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Testimonials
“Thanks for going above and beyond!”
“I'd like to bring to your attention to the exceptional support my Mother received this past weekend from a member of your staff whose name I understand to be Cici. When she became aware that my Mother's wifi-supported telephone was not working, Cici called me for permission to work toward fixing the problem, and that's what she did. A few hours later, Cici called me back to let me know that she was able to restore the full operation of my Mother's phone, a key link in the life of a very lonely resident. Thanks to Cici for going above and beyond!”
“Great staff...”
and love the dietary aid manager.
“Great staff...”
and love the dietary aid manager.
“Warm and caring facility for your loved one.”
They have everything you can imagine.
“ Mom and Dad have been living [at The Heritage] for the past few months and have blossomed.”
The nurses truly care about each person, and take fabulous care of them. The activities keep their minds active, and their hands and feet moving. I am so pleased with the atmosphere and the attention they receive from the staff. This is just what they need!
“Such an amazing place!”
I’ve already told my kids: Thats where I want to live one day!!!!
“Wonderful place. Wonderful people.”
It’s not just another pretty building with pretty interior. The staff are caring, and I love their holistic approach.
“I really appreciate the wonderful care!”
I want to thank all the people that worked and helped my mother, Mary Nell Boling during her time as a resident in Traditions. She received excellent care and I really appreciate all the kindness and wonderful care that each one of you extended to her. I want to especially express my gratitude to the caretakers in Traditions who diligently and kindly took care of my mother. She appreciated it very much as I did too!
May God bless each one of you for helping her in every way possible.
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Where to Begin
How To Find Your Community
Making The Right Decision Starts Here
In life, no decision is trivial — especially when it comes to finding the right services and support you or a loved one needs from a senior living community. And as this process is not a part of our everyday decision making, many can feel uninformed as they’re essentially learning a valuable life skill for the first time with little to no outside input. That’s why we at The Heritage at Marietta want to do our best to guide you through a process that at times can be difficult and hard to navigate. Being informed can be your greatest ally when making crucial decisions. Our goal is to help you make the best choice possible as you seek senior living options that fit your needs. Here’s what you should consider as you’re seeking Assisted Living and Memory Care communities:
Level of Care
Take an earnest look at what level of services you require. We find it’s best to make a list that sets out your required support. Think about what you need now and in the future as those can be key to filter other significant points such as budget, location and your overall approach to daily life. Be objective and honest as it’s the first step in building your ideal care plan.
Budget
Determining a monthly budget is hard, let alone when you’re trying to equate it to quality care for a loved one. Calculate your current overall costs — i.e. typical homeowners costs, food, utilities, property taxes, entertainment, healthcare — to get a good idea of understanding the monthly living costs a community provides holistically.
From here, find options that fit your range while still meeting your level of care needs. Our community provides flexible living options to best meet your needs and provide peace of mind on your senior living experience.
Necessities
Senior assisted living communities are built for independent living, as much as they are for assisted living. Communities can offer ongoing social events, friendly neighbors to enjoy them with and expert care around the clock. To pinpoint what your must-haves are, create a wishlist that identifies the amenities you would prefer, such as continuing education courses, wellness programs or direct physician services.
Ask Questions
If this is your first time seeking assisted living services, it can be challenging to ask questions when you’re unfamiliar with the terminology, standards or technology. At Heritage, we welcome you to ask us about our services during our walkthroughs or via any of our contact methods. We understand the emotional and financial toll making the right decision takes. Feel empowered to ask when you need clarification or more information when you need it.
Like all of our Surpass Senior Living communities, we are the first Assisted Living and Memory Care communities to offer a holistic approach to senior services and care. Through encouraging local community input and engagement, providing opportunities for continued growth and learning, and offering our Concierge Medicine Program, Surpass communities promise a well and balanced life easily measured by our Seven Dimensions of Wellness. Wherever you are on your senior living community journey, feel free to contact us for additional info.