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Daybreak Program

Daybreak is the name of the neighborhood in Heritage Senior Living communities that serves residents with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Our program, when combined with a specialized approach, ensures residents are able to live their best lives. The Positive Approach® to Care is built on the philosophy of "meeting residents where they are" and focusing on what residents can do versus what they can't do. Our trained employees recognize the importance of getting to know residents individually so we learn what makes them happy and how to engage them in the various activities that may be happening. A 'structured day' provides routine and consistency that is both reassuring and calming.

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Two residents getting to know each other at Heritage Senior Living in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania

Positive Approach® to Care

Developed by Teepa Snow, one of America’s leading dementia educators, the Positive Approach® to Care (PAC) is the code in which we treat to our Memory Care residents. All of our caregivers are trained in this advanced method of caregiving. What the PAC focuses on is each individual’s retained abilities while providing the support that is needed. Building on this philosophy, Daybreak focuses on what makes our residents happy by continuing what they can do, instilling fulfillment at the moment. We encourage our care team, family, and friends to stay in the moment, every moment, as long as it may last for the resident.

Meeting Residents Where They Are

While Alzheimer’s disease and the various dementias may have predictable paths, we know that no two residents experience them the same way. Every resident in our care is unique, which is why we get to know them all and give them the respect they deserve. Based on this philosophy, we develop personalized care plans based on each resident’s individual needs and retained abilities. Moreover, these care plans are based on the most appropriate amount of support while promoting independence and honoring choices. We meet our residents where they are, joining them on their journey, modifying care plans as needs and abilities change.

Two residents dancing in their living room at Heritage Senior Living in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania.
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Feeling at Home

Our Daybreak neighborhoods are built for instilling a calming, welcoming, and secure environment so our residents feel like they are home. With consistent teams and predictable routines, our residents enjoy a sense of safety and familiarity. Our employees is engaged and encourage residents to continue any hobbies, professions, or passions. We hold programs that help with music, arts and crafts, games, education, and more.

Where Residents Become Family

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