Daybreak Program
Signature Memory Care Programming
Daybreak is Heritage Senior Living’s signature memory care program, designed specifically for those living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Offered across our memory care neighborhoods, this specialized program combines compassionate care with a thoughtful, structured approach that supports each resident’s individual needs, abilities, and preferences.
The Positive Approach® to Care is founded on the philosophy of “meeting residents where they are.” This means we focus on what residents can do, rather than what they can’t. Our trained team members take the time to get to know each resident individually, learning what brings them joy and how best to engage them in daily activities. By providing a structured day, we create a routine that offers residents a reassuring and calming sense of consistency.
Positive Approach® to Care
Developed by Teepa Snow, one of America’s leading dementia educators, the Positive Approach® to Care (PAC) is the code by which we treat our memory care residents, and all of our caregivers are trained in this advanced method of caregiving.
The PAC philosophy focuses on an individual’s retained abilities while providing necessary support. Building on this philosophy, Daybreak focuses on what makes residents happy by continuing what they can do, instilling fulfillment in the moment. We encourage our care team, family, and friends to cherish every moment for as long as it lasts.
Meeting Residents Where They Are
While Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia 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 each person the respect they deserve.
Based on this philosophy, we develop personalized care plans based on each resident’s individual needs and retained abilities. Additionally, these care plans are designed to provide the right level of support, empowering residents in their daily lives. We meet residents where they are, join them on their journey, and modify care plans as needs and abilities change.
“My mother moved to Chestnut Knoll last September and was in the Assisted Living area before she had to move to the Memory Care side. It was quite an adjustment for her, however, the care is exceptional, and everyone feels like a family. She is encouraged to participate in activities… We recommend Chestnut Knoll to everyone!”
A True Sense of 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, residents enjoy a sense of safety and familiarity. Heritage is dedicated to helping residents pursue their hobbies, professions, and passions. We offer a variety of programs, including music, arts and crafts, games, educational workshops, and more.
Where Care & Community Come Together
At Heritage Senior Living, every moment reflects thoughtful care, shared experiences, and a sense of belonging that goes beyond the everyday. Discover how our communities create an environment where people feel at home.