[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/foxtrailmemorycare.com\/blog\/the-importance-of-routine-reducing-anxiety-for-those-living-with-memory-loss\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/foxtrailmemorycare.com\/blog\/the-importance-of-routine-reducing-anxiety-for-those-living-with-memory-loss\/","headline":"The importance of routine: Reducing anxiety for those living with memory loss","name":"The importance of routine: Reducing anxiety for those living with memory loss","description":"The world can be overwhelming for those with memory loss, but Fox Trail\u2019s patient-centered approach can reduce anxiety and foster […]","datePublished":"2024-12-17","dateModified":"2024-12-17","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/foxtrailmemorycare.com\/blog\/author\/ceastway\/#Person","name":"Developer","url":"https:\/\/foxtrailmemorycare.com\/blog\/author\/ceastway\/","identifier":1,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8ea7fc410413ee0b715aee4c6b2d912c09623af5f85eaca6f6d7e0a2c223e1df?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8ea7fc410413ee0b715aee4c6b2d912c09623af5f85eaca6f6d7e0a2c223e1df?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Fox Trail Memory Care","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"http:\/\/foxtrailmemorycare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/logo.png","url":"http:\/\/foxtrailmemorycare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/logo.png","width":474,"height":250}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/foxtrailmemorycare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/staff-member-of-memory-care-community-helping-elderly-woman-with-alzheimers-disease.jpg","url":"https:\/\/foxtrailmemorycare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/staff-member-of-memory-care-community-helping-elderly-woman-with-alzheimers-disease.jpg","height":1000,"width":1500},"url":"https:\/\/foxtrailmemorycare.com\/blog\/the-importance-of-routine-reducing-anxiety-for-those-living-with-memory-loss\/","about":["Uncategorized"],"wordCount":713,"articleBody":"The world can be overwhelming for those with memory loss, but Fox Trail\u2019s patient-centered approach can reduce anxiety and foster a comforting sense of predictability through daily routines.\u201cResidents benefit immensely from routines tailored to their individual needs,\u201d said Daniela Antic, community director at Fox Trail\u2019s Montville facility. \u201cSimple, consistent routines for meals and activities create a sense of security and calm, helping residents feel more at ease in their environment.\u201dIndividuals at Fox Trail Memory Care Living\u00a0receive personalized support, and are helped to establish a routine that meets their personal lifestyle and needs. \u201cRoutines help bridge that gap for individuals with memory loss, creating familiarity and stability, which are essential for emotional well-being,\u201d Antic said.Fox Trail is designed specifically for memory care, and has homes throughout the Garden State, some of which accommodate between 15-16 residents, allowing them to create a highly personalized approach.\u201cThis focus enables us to create a community where residents are truly known, and their needs are prioritized,\u201d Antic said.When a new resident joins the Fox Trail community, they are slowly introduced into meaningful activities, giving them time to build confidence. The process usually takes about two weeks for a new resident to settle in. During that time, Fox Trail staff take time to get to know them so they can provide person-centered care. Each day, residents are invited to engage in activities that reflect their interests and past experiences, such as crafts, gentle exercise and games.In addition, activities that focus on social, emotional and physical well-being are emphasized. Indoor golf, yoga, bingo, puzzles, and secure outdoor areas to explore, are integrated into residents\u2019 daily routines.\u201cOur backyard is wheelchair- and walker-friendly, allowing residents to take a stroll and enjoy fresh air when the weather is nice,\u201d Antic said. Residents also receive spiritual support with weekly mass and religious services for residents\u2019 diverse faiths.This individualized approach to memory care helps residents feel respected and connected, supporting their well-being and helping them find joy and meaning every day.Keeping Families InformedFox Trail also has a variety of tools to keep families up to date on their loved ones. The online community portal, InTouch Link,\u00a0offers families an easy way to stay current on each resident’s day-to-day wellness, activities and community events. Families receive real-time updates, photos and notifications throughout the day, and can view activities, menus and special events.“InTouch Link helps families stay informed and truly ‘in touch’ with their loved ones,” Antic said.Families can download the InTouch Link\u00a0 app for access to their loved one\u2019s updates. It also can be accessed through community TVs. Be on the lookout for workshops that can help families use the new software.Fox Trail also has introduced robotic companion pets to enrich the lives with their residents. Designed with a person-centered approach to wellness, these\u00a0Joy for All\u00a0robotic pets by Ageless Innovation provide meaningful interactions that are soothing and therapeutic and can spark memories for residents who grew up with animals.“These robotic pets are amazing,” Antic said. “They meow, purr and even move their heads \u2014 they\u2019re so realistic.\u201d \u00a0These \u201ccompanions\u201d can reduce anxiety, ease loneliness and create moments of joy and relaxation for resident.But if robot pets aren\u2019t enough, Fox Trail also works with agencies to provide pet therapy sessions, ensuring that residents receive a variety of enriching, personalized interactions.With locations in Chester, Cresskill, Green Brook, Hillsdale East, Hillsdale West, Mahwah, Montville, Paramus, Park Ridge, Princeton, Ramsey, Ramsey Lake Street, South River and Woodcliff Lake, Fox Trail offers virtual tours for families who wish to learn more about the communities.\u201cThere are places out there, homes like ours, that are made just specifically for this and to help support your families, no matter where you are in the process,\u201d she said.“We\u2019re more than a memory care community \u2014 we\u2019re advocates and supporters for families navigating memory care. Wherever you are in this journey with your loved one, we offer services designed to help. From support groups and family forums to specialized Dementia training, our mission is to educate, empower and ease the stress and worry families often face.”Contact our team\u00a0at Fox Trail Memory Care today and book a community tour."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/foxtrailmemorycare.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"The importance of routine: Reducing anxiety for those living with memory loss","item":"https:\/\/foxtrailmemorycare.com\/blog\/the-importance-of-routine-reducing-anxiety-for-those-living-with-memory-loss\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]