Beau West is the only memory care assisted living community on the Northshore to be awarded the Dementia Care Specialists' Distinguished Provider Award, a national award that recognizes select memory care communities that demonstrate excellence in resident care, specifically in cultivating an environment and team that allows their residents to enjoy the absolute greatest level of function, safety, and quality of life possible.
As the leading provider of specialized memory care services, we are committed to staying ahead of the curve in advancements in dementia treatment and management. We feel a strong obligation to our beloved seniors throughout Covington, Mandeville, Slidell, Lacombe, Hammond, and across the Northshore.
Here at Beau West, everything we do is in the best interest of our residents. Safety is our number one priority, and we place a high value on the fact that each individual is unique and deserves only the best in quality of care, environment, and overall lifestyle.
We invite you to reach out to us today to learn more about how your loved one can thrive in our nurturing senior care community.
Through each step of the journey, we are here to guide, and support your loved one and your family allowing you to enjoy many more special moments with your loved one. We provide 100% quality time and peace of mind.
Seniors with dementia may sometimes wander and become disoriented. Contrary to senior living residences that offer other levels of care, we are an all-memory care community without any unsecured wings. Consequently, your elderly loved one is always safe and never at risk of leaving unattended.
Dementia and cognitive impairments are often medically complex, meaning diagnoses include physical, behavioral, and neurological components. Our trained care staff includes a Director of Health and Wellness, Activities Director, and around-the-clock nurses.
Because dementia manifests in different ways, we provide customized care plans tailored around your loved one’s needs. By considering input from physicians, families, specialists, and seniors themselves, we create holistic plans that take both needs and preferences into account.
We fill our residents’ day with a guided routine – a mix of social, sensory, mental, reflective, and light physical activities that don’t overwhelm them, yet stimulate their brains. Here is more on our amenities and services.
We provide three meals a day plus snacks and beverages. However, we also work with registered dieticians and nutritionists to create a balanced and healthy diet for our residents.
We are centrally located in Mandeville, Louisiana, near a number of medical complexes and hospitals, such as Ochsner, Rapid Urgent Care, Lakeview Regional Medical Center, and Northlake Behavioral Health. For emergencies and regular appointments, treatment is close by!
Dementia is the name given to a group of brain disorders. Alzheimer’s disease is a form of dementia that results from proteins and fibers blocking nerve signals to the brain. Along with common problems that come with other kinds of dementia, such as memory loss and wandering, seniors with Alzheimer’s are at risk for behavioral changes, depression, and violent outbursts. Once vibrant, friendly people can be mistrusting and act out of character.
Other forms of dementia include:
Transitioning an elderly loved one out of their home is always a difficult decision. It is even more complicated when they develop Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, or other cognitive impairments. If your elderly loved one has begun experiencing memory loss, the signs could be subtle. Begin considering assisted living and memory care if your elderly loved one expresses any of the following:
It’s important to get a specialist involved early. An impartial, professional third party helps families recognize signs and make informed, proactive decisions.
Through our Restorative and Relaxation Therapy program (R & R) – We create a very individualized support plan for each of our cherished residents. Simple, basic, and thoughtful approaches to the physical and emotional challenges of our residents and their families.
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When it comes to providing the highest level of care and support for seniors, Peristyle Beau West stands out as Northshore’s premier senior assisted living community. From Mandeville to Covington, Lacombe to Slidell, and Madisonville to Hammond, our assisted living home is dedicated to enriching the lives of residents and their families.
When exploring memory care options on the Northshore, families should be aware of the financial commitment involved. Due to the region’s higher socioeconomic status compared to the Southshore, costs tend to be elevated. While prices vary by community, the average monthly cost ranges from $6,000 to $8,000, often accompanied by an additional move-in fee. At Beau West, we offer competitive pricing starting at $5,100 per month, along with a $3,000 move-in fee, providing exceptional value for the high-quality care we deliver.
Memory care is typically categorized as long-term custodial care and is not covered by Medicare. However, Medicare does provide coverage for many related health costs associated with memory care, such as doctor visits, prescriptions, various therapies, and diagnostic procedures (including PET, CT, and MRI scans).
In certain situations, Medicare will cover memory care for a limited period. This includes coverage for up to 100 days in skilled nursing facilities for rehabilitation following an accident or surgery, as well as in circumstances involving hospice care.
Memory care is designed to provide long-term assistance, and seniors often remain in care until hospice is required. While the typical stay is between 2 and 3 years, the actual length can vary considerably. Several factors influence this timeframe, including the patient’s overall health, the rate at which their dementia progresses, and the stage of dementia when they are admitted to memory care.
Memory care and skilled nursing are distinct categories; however, memory care can often be included within the broader scope of senior care. Skilled nursing refers to a long-term care setting that provides 24/7 medical supervision and care. Given that memory care encompasses various levels of support, certain facilities and stages of care within the memory care spectrum would be classified as skilled nursing. However, traditionally memory care alone without medical care is not skilled nursing.
Memory care and assisted living serve different needs of seniors. Assisted living is designed for seniors who require help with daily activities but can still live relatively independently. In contrast, memory care offers a secure, specialized environment specifically for individuals with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. The main distinctions lie in the staff’s specialized training, the strong emphasis on cognitive support within memory care, and the heightened security measures—such as locked doors to prevent wandering—that are typical of memory care but not necessarily at assisted living.
While Social Security retirement or disability benefits can be applied toward memory care expenses, they are typically insufficient to cover the full cost for most individuals. Although you have the flexibility to use these payments for any necessary expenses, including memory care, the average monthly benefit amount is significantly less than the national average cost of memory care. Therefore, you will likely need to rely on additional financial resources, such as personal savings, pension funds, or long-term care insurance, to bridge the gap and cover the remaining balance.