Memory Care
LIVING IN THE MOMENT, THRIVING IN COMMUNITY
Connect your loved one to wellness, safety, self-expression, and personalized attention at the core of our care philosophy for residents with Alzheimer’s or dementia. Named Ecumen Awakenings™, our award-winning approach creates inclusive, empowering experiences for your loved one. It’s all here with our specially trained care team at The Cottages in a dedicated and secure living space with dementia care close to everything Detroit Lakes has to offer. We look forward to meeting you and honoring your loved one.
THE COTTAGES
Ecumen Awakenings™
Your loved one gets a customized experience with Awakenings, an award-winning approach to Alzheimer’s and dementia care developed by Ecumen. Our programming brings your loved one the care, comfort, community, and joyful opportunities they crave to live an engaged and purposeful life—every day.
To promote enjoyment, interaction, independence, and wellness of mind, body, and spirit, our care team collaborates with you and your loved one on short- and long-term plans. Throughout the day, our team engages with all residents to offer the care and attention they need to thrive.
Celebrating the Individual
An individual’s life story plays a key role in defining their experience in our community. Care focuses on life events, family history, and interests that have defined your loved one’s unique sense of self.
AWAKENINGS PROGRAMMING AT ST. BENEDICT’S COMMUNITY
PHYSICAL & WELLNESS
Group fitness, stretching, gardening, walking
COGNITIVE ENGAGEMENT
Reminiscing, card games, trivia, one-on-one visits, book clubs, guest lectures
SOCIAL & LEISURE
Organized entertainment, games, hobbies, singing & choir, theme parties
MIND, BODY, SPIRIT
Massage, aromatherapy, prayer, meditation, pet therapy, light therapy
ART & OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
Painting, drawing, coloring, baking, drama & theater experiences
Living Spaces Designed for Our Residents
Surround your loved one with thoughtful design. To minimize disruptions that can come with Alzheimer’s or dementia, we put a lot of thought into the details of our assisted living space with dementia care. Examples include glare-free lighting, shorter hallways, private rooms, activity stations, and discrete directional cues.
A Truly Engaged Care Team
Rest assured your loved one is in good hands. Our care team members complete continuous training on the newest research and care advancements including:
- Recognizing and understanding the individual needs of residents
- Development of enriching programming to provide joy and support individuality
- Implementation of unnecessary medication reduction strategy
- Communication techniques
- Understanding the challenges and improving the dining experience of residents
APARTMENT FEATURES
The Cottages community for memory care features 22 private apartments with easy to navigate floor plans.
- Private bathroom features a walk-in shower equipped with grab bars
- Large windows allow for abundant natural light
- 9-foot ceilings create a more open environment and bring in more light
- Walk-in closets for convenient storage
- Individually controlled thermostat with central heat and AC
- Smoke & carbon monoxide detection systems
- Coin-free community laundry room
- Weekly light housekeeping and flat linen change
- 24-hour emergency response system with personal pendant
- Wander management system for safe independence
- All utilities included: electric, water, trash, recycling, basic cable, wireless internet for residents and guests
AMENITIES & SERVICES HIGHLIGHTS
Shared spaces and activities are plentiful and serve to keep your loved one connected to a secure community while offering individual freedom to safely explore and interact with neighbors and team members.
- Pet-friendly (visits) and smoke-free community
- Controlled building access for security and resident’s peace of mind
- Onsite fitness center with access to therapy gym and heated pool
- Spa tub available for individual therapy sessions
- Spacious lounge areas featuring comfy upholstered chairs
- Snack bar onsite for grabbing a beverage and bite to go
- Book and puzzle nooks for leisure time with neighbors
- Robust programming for social, spiritual, educational, and leisure activities
- Onsite chapel with services hosted by our visiting chaplain
- Three meals prepared daily, plus snacks ensures tasty, nutritious meals tailored to resident dietary needs
- Preferential access to higher level of care as well as Physical, Occupational and Speech therapy
- Onsite Physician for scheduled appointments
OUR PRICING IS COMPETITIVE ACROSS SENIOR LIVING ORGANIZATIONS
CHOOSE FROM FLOOR PLANS IN THE COTTAGES
MEMORY CARE GALLERY
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
They have wonderful caring staff who go out of their way to help families adjust and find the right fit for every individual. I appreciate that we have Ecumen in our community and highly recommend them to anyone in need of a caring home for their loved ones.
– Nancy
ECUMEN'S MISSION
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