Licensed for
Mental Health Specialty
Individuals with mental health conditions may require support with managing symptoms—medication therapy sessions, and coping strategies. Our staff in mental health specialty AFHs have training in mental health first aid, crisis intervention, and de-escalating various mental health disorders. Our home environment should be conducive to promoting mental well-being, with social interaction, and activities that support mental health recovery.
Dementia Specialty
Individuals with dementia require a supportive and structured environment that helps them navigate their cognitive challenges, memory loss, and changes in behavior.
Our staff in dementia specialty AFHs received training in dementia care, communication techniques for individuals with dementia, activities to engage individuals with cognitive impairments, and strategies to manage challenging behavior. Our home environment is dementia-friendly, with memory aids and safety measures to prevent wandering; familiar and calming decor; and structured routines that provide a sense of security to individuals with dementia.
Operating an AFH with specialties in DDA, mental health, and dementia requires a commitment to providing high-quality, person-centered care that meets the individual needs of residents with each specialty. Collaboration with healthcare professionals, ongoing staff training, and creating a supportive and inclusive environment are essential to successfully running such specialized adult family homes.