Memory care at Touchmark on West Century in Bismarck, North Dakota

Memory Care in Bismarck, North Dakota

Choosing memory care for a loved one is not a decision any family takes lightly. Helping people who live with Alzheimer’s or other age-related dementia requires a team of compassionate, specially trained individuals who understand the importance of maintaining and building connections. Those who could benefit from an option between assisted living and secured memory care will find a home in our adaptive Pembrook neighborhood. The only retirement community in North Dakota to offer this unique option, Touchmark’s Pembrook neighborhood bridges the gap between assisted living and higher levels of memory care.

When additional care becomes helpful, our Devonshire and Yorkshire memory care neighborhoods are comfortable secured living spaces that are easy to navigate and provide a balance of privacy and community engagement. The neighborhood is a place to feel at home, with the peace of mind of 24-hour monitoring and available care.

Touchmark on West Century

1000 W Century Ave Bismarck, ND 58503

701-516-8518

Experts in the Field

Touchmark on West Century is a certified Best Friends™ environment. This means team members are trained in the internationally-acclaimed Best Friends™ approach, which they use to help residents with dementia lead their best possible lives. Caregivers are paired with residents in order to form deep personal connections and relationships. Your loved one will have someone on hand who knows them as well as a friend or family member would, allowing them to be a comforting and reassuring presence.

A memory care resident and caretaker at Touchmark on West Century in Bismarck, North Dakota
A memory care community common room at Touchmark on West Century in Bismarck, North Dakota

Welcome to the Neighborhood

From color-coded hallways for easy wayfinding to an assortment of inviting menu options, our memory care neighborhoods support residents to live well. We enrich the daily lives of those living with Alzheimer’s or other dementia-related illnesses through unique programming and activities tailored to the individual, including the distinctive and internationally-acclaimed Best Friends™ Approach. In our experience, wellness and quality of life for memory care residents are significantly improved by good relationships built on trust. Features include:

  • Three freshly-prepared chef meals daily and snacks
  • Personalized daily programs
  • Supervised outings and excursions
  • Award-winning Full Life Wellness & Life Enrichment Program™
  • 24-hour care monitoring
  • Weekly housekeeping with linen service
  • Emergency call system
  • Fitness classes

Contact us to learn more about how we’re making a difference in memory care at Touchmark on West Century in Bismarck, North Dakota.

“When I was first considering places for mom, I didn’t know about this type of early care. As soon as I knew that Pembrook was an option, I stopped looking elsewhere: it was so unique and exactly what she needed; there really was no other choice. I was impressed how mom could remain independent while being nurtured in areas where she needed help. My mom blossomed when she moved in. Now she’s not alone. She has staff, neighbors, and activities to engage her. It makes me feel a lot better to know she is in good hands. Touchmark is unmatched in the sense of community it offers!”

- Kristen, daughter of Pembrook resident 

Early Memory Care in Bismarck, North Dakota

The early memory care Pembrook neighborhood is designed to provide a supportive and stimulating home environment for those with cognitive impairment or the early stages of dementia who are not yet in need of a secured environment.   

We created this dynamic model for neighborhood living when we saw the need for an intermediary option that offered a nuanced approach to care. We’ve observed that symptoms tend to progress more slowly when individuals in the early stages of dementia can live in an environment that limits confusion and places them with their peers to allow for positive stimulation and conversation. Using person-centered programming that respects the life history and preferences of each resident, the Pembrook neighborhood encourages an overall sense of well-being.  

A memory care senior resident and caretaker at Touchmark on West Century
A memory care housekeeper at Touchmark on West Century in Bismarck, North Dakota

Life at Pembrook: A Comfortable and Supportive Environment

Each Pembrook neighborhood resident receives an in-depth initial assessment to determine his or her care plan. Regular assessments are conducted thereafter to ensure all needs are met as they change. Pembrook residents enjoy spacious studio and one-bedroom apartments that respect each individual’s need for privacy and personal choice. Staff are trained in Touchmark’s person-centered care and offer a wide array of activities. A high staffing ratio and staff available 24 hours a day means that residents are provided with the individual cuing, redirection, and assistance needed to remain as independent as possible.

  • Touchmark’s award-winning Full Life Wellness & Life Enrichment Program
  • Touchmark’s Fall Reduction and Awareness Program
  • Housekeeping, laundry, and bedmaking
  • Three daily meals served family style in the neighborhood’s private dining room
  • Caring, licensed nurses overseeing the neighborhood
  • Personalized daily emotional support and cuing
  • Daily check-ins
  • Functional fitness classes led by qualified health care team members
  • Music & Memory℠ program
  • TimeSlips™ creative storytelling
  • Fragrance in Frames
  • Eldergrow™
  • Scheduled local transportation
  • Scheduled social and cultural activities
  • 24-hour emergency response system

Centralized Nursing Support

We have launched a new staffing program that benefits residents, team members, and families in our community. Licensed nurses overseen by the Clinical Services team at the Touchmark central office are on-call to support your local nursing team between 7 pm and 7 am every day.

These team members are:

  • Trained in evaluative care as well as all Touchmark policies and procedures
  • Licensed in all states where Touchmark communities are located
  • Equipped to advise and provide direct recommendations for staff on-site when community nurses are unavailable
  • Available for phone and video consultations with team members and residents as needed
  • In regular communication with the Health Services team in each community
  • Compiling data and performing audits to improve quality assurance
  • Able to access each community’s EMAR system

Our goal is to provide more comprehensive nursing coverage for residents and reduce community team member stress. Community contacts/nurses remain a vital part of this process. Any after-hours support is conveyed to local nurses to assist with continuously coordinated care, and local nurses are available should the need arise.

On call nurse assisting a memory care resident.

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