GET STARTED YOUR OPTIONS ABOUT MARQUIS INDUSTRY CAREERS CONTACT Play Video ALZHEIMER'S / MEMORY CARE We provide person-centered, customized Alzheimer’s and memory care options for seniors. The staff at our memory care facilities provide the clinical expertise that helps families feel secure their loved one will receive the best possible care. COMFORTING ENVIRONMENT LEARN MORE THERAPEUTIC PROGRAMMING LEARN MORE CONTINUAL STAFF TRAINING LEARN MORE ALZHEIMER’S / MEMORY CARE JOURNEY, WHAT TO EXPECT DIAGNOSIS LONG TERM CARE FINDING SUPPORT DIAGNOSIS After a diagnosis, each family may be in a different place. The biggest issue for most families is safety, especially if their loved one is unpredictable. Families also have different levels of comfort and ability when it comes to providing care. We believe in truth telling and involving the family in honest conversations about what an Alzheimer’s diagnosis might mean. We provide ongoing support for all through our Family Forum Learning Sessions. Manage Your Transition ARRANGING A MOVE MANAGE MEDICATIONS INSURANCE AND COSTS ADMISSIONS WILLS AND ESTATES ARRANGING A MOVE Moving can be a daunting task, especially if it’s from a family home of many years, but there are ways to make the process positive and easier. Communicating clearly and honestly about the move is the first step. If you are the one moving, make sure to ask for or find support from people you trust. If you are helping a loved one move, remember to honor their choices and that this is likely an emotional process for them as they say goodbye to the home they’ve known. A STEP BY STEP GUIDE TO A SUCCESSFUL MOVE 1 Communicate Verbally acknowledge the specifics about the move to create a realistic picture of what’s to come and how much downsizing will be necessary. For example, if you are moving from a 2000 sq. foot home to a 1000 sq. foot apartment, that is a 50% reduction 2 Create a Plan Draw a scale map on graph paper or the computer of the new space and talk together about how you may want to lay it out. Use the map to measure existing furniture to visualize how things will fit. Make a list of things needed to purchase 3 Enlist Help Getting help from relatives, friends and/or professionals is essential. If budget allows, you may want to consider hiring a Moving Manager that specializes in senior relocation. The National Association of Senior Move Managers is a good resource. 4 Sort and Organize Start with easy and obvious places to avoid overload and see progress. Using a color coded system can help: Green for “go”- to the new place, Red for “stop”- do not move, Yellow for “undecided” – come back to later. Getting a bit emotional during this part of the process is natural. 5 Disposal, Cleaning and Repair There will likely be donations to charity, items to dispose of and depending on what is happening with the existing home it will need cleaning and possibly some repair. 6 Plan Moving Day If you are using a Moving Manager they will handle much of this for you. If not, you will need a professional moving company or a moving truck. Reputation of movers is key, so make sure to get referrals and hard estimates in writing. The American Moving and Storage Association is a good place to start. 7 It’s Here - Moving Day Pack a suitcase like you are going on a weekend trip. Also, pack a box labeled “ESSENTIALS” with items you know will be needed in the first 24 hours (towels, alarm clock, etc.). This should be the last box put on the moving truck. Creating as much normalcy on a hectic moving day is key. 8 Stay in Touch Reach out to friends and family as well as key contacts like publications, associations and banks with you or your loved one’s change of address. Change of address should also be made through the US Postal Service. EXPLORE FACILITIES 4560 SE International Way #100 Milwaukie, Oregon 97222 Services: 503-CONNECT Careers: 971-206-5223 FIND A FACILITY GET STARTED CARE OPTIONS Post Hospital Care Long Term Care Ventilator Care Alzheimer’s / Memory Care Assisted Living Communities Care at Home Independent Living CAREER OPTIONS Administrators Department Managers Nurses Certified Nursing Assistants Facility Support Staff Home Office & Accounting Nurse Practitioners & Physicians Home Health Clinicians ABOUT MARQUIS Culture Community Testimonials Blog In the News © 2021 Marquis Companies. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy