Edelweiss Village Assisted Living to Hold Memory Care Presentation

Edelweiss Village Assisted Living will host a special presentation with Dr. Jennifer Pilcher, a highly respected expert in Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias and the founder of Clear Guidance. Entitled "Navigating the Transition: A Guide for Families Moving Loved Ones into Memory Care Assisted Living,” the session will include a Q&A as well as the opportunity to meet residents, families, and staff members. Jennifer Pilcher is the 2023 recipient of the President’s Award for Leadership and the Outstanding Chapter Member Award from the Aging Life Care Association.

According to Dr. Pilcher, there are key aspects families need to consider when transitioning a family member or friend into memory care living. She will address the specialized care environment, emphasizing safety and security, staff expertise, and the importance of individualized care plans.

“We are thrilled to have Dr. Pilcher visit our campus and speak candidly about transitioning a loved one family member or friend to assisted living memory care living,” said Babacar Diop, CEO of Deutsches Altenheim. “Jennifer is an expert in navigating complex issues facing families transitioning into memory care assisted living.”

Edelweiss Village recently added 14 new memory care apartments to its campus. Designed by Form+Space to create a safe and comfortable environment, the new apartments incorporate contrasting colors, an abundance of natural light and a safe yet welcoming environment. Aberthaw Construction Company Inc., the firm that built Edelweiss Village 16 years ago, oversaw all the construction details. Memory support programming will focus on compassionate care, stimulating activities, and engaging technology. Edelweiss Village also offers 46 traditional studios, one and two-bedroom traditional assisted living apartments.

A Q & A will follow Dr. Pilcher’s remarks, along with refreshments and tours of the new space. The event is free and open to the public. Advance registration is recommended as space is limited. To RSVP or request more information, please call Samantha Rihbany at 774.218.6533 or email srihbany@legacylifecare.org. Edelweiss Village is located at2222 Centre Street in West Roxbury.

About Edelweiss Village and Deutsches Altenheim

Edelweiss Village Assisted Living, part of the highly respected Deutsches Altenheim campus, offers traditional assisted living and memory care support. Established in 1914 to serve as a retirement residence for elderly German immigrants, Deutsches Altenheim expanded has become organization a centerpiece for senior care in the Greater Boston community. Today, the nonprofit is composed of German Centre skilled nursing, which enjoys a consistent 5-star rating and offers long-term care, short-term rehabilitation and certified dementia care, Edelweiss Village assisted living, and Senior Place Adult Day Health.