When dementia and memory changes become part of your family’s journey, you want a place where your loved one feels truly known and cared for. At Hemsley House at University Park, associates provide compassionate support, honoring each person’s story while offering therapies and daily comforts that bring connection and peace of mind.
Our philosophy is based on The Best Friends™ approach to Alzheimer’s and dementia care, putting Memory Care resident needs, history, and life story at the center of every interaction.
We combine comfortable routines with multisensory therapeutic interventions, all customized to each Memory Care resident’s needs and history. Caregivers are specially trained in the best dementia care practices and receive ongoing education to stay updated with the latest Alzheimer’s research.
Compassionate support meets trusted expertise, creating a setting where each person feels known, respected, and connected. Associates meet residents where they are, providing personalized Memory Care that honors dignity and brings comfort, connection, and purpose to each day.
Associates trained in dementia care are available day and night, with licensed nurses on-site.
Programs tailored to each stage of memory loss, from art and music to sensory therapies that “fit the day.”
Personalized therapies, integrated with neuroplasticity principles, encourage the brain’s ability to reorganize and form new neural connections to slow cognitive decline.
Chef-prepared meals served with patience and support, so dining remains a dignified, enjoyable part of the day.
Caregiver groups and frequent communication ensure families feel supported and involved.
Life at Hemsley House at University Park is thoughtfully designed to create a sense of belonging. Cozy living rooms, inviting courtyards, and interactive “memory vignettes” encourage reminiscence and engagement. Private apartments offer personal space and privacy, while common areas provide welcoming places for families to gather and connect.
Every resident has unique needs, abilities, and rhythms. That’s why we design activities and routines to “fit the day.” Whether it’s enjoying favorite music, paging through a life story book, or participating in therapeutic exercises to maintain mobility, each experience is chosen to lift spirits and spark memories. Small details like helping with a recipe once loved or walking a familiar path bring comfort and a sense of purpose.
Through our Hear a Story, Share a Lifetime™ program, each resident’s history is honored and revisited. These stories guide care and deepen connections between memory and dementia care residents, associates, and families.
Choosing Memory Care is never simple, but families take comfort knowing their loved one is surrounded by compassion, professional expertise, and a philosophy built on dignity and respect.
At Hemsley House at University Park, every detail is designed to support those living with memory loss—from familiar routines and personalized care to shared meals and comforting spaces that feel like home. With compassionate associates always nearby, each day becomes safer and more meaningful.
The staff, Jerona A, Ashley H, Raelynn A, Angela B, Evangeline S, and Chris P, have all been wonderful with my aunt and me! They work together for the well-being of my aunt. Their concern has been a God set! They have all helped and worked together seamlessly! This was the perfect place for my aunt! Wonderful place. You will know your loved one is safe and well cared for!
Yes. Legend is committed to providing advanced dementia education for Memory Care teams. We require all Memory Care associates to go through the Certified Dementia Practitioner® (CDP®) training through the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners. Each Legend Memory Care community has multiple certified associates who have completed specialized training in person-centered dementia care, communication, behavior support, safety practices, and daily care strategies.
A Certified Dementia Practitioner® is a professional who has completed formal dementia care training and demonstrated knowledge of person-centered care practices. The certification equips caregivers with advanced skills to better support individuals living with dementia through effective communication, understanding behavioral changes, and providing meaningful daily care. It reflects a commitment to ongoing education and delivering a higher standard of dementia care.
The Hemsley House team looks at the whole person, including changes in memory, communication, judgment, mobility, personal care, medication management, sleep patterns, social engagement, and the ability to manage familiar routines, not simply whether someone wanders or forgets to eat or take medications. The assessment considers the individual’s history and current needs and can involve the resident, family members, healthcare providers, and the Hemsley House team to determine whether Assisted Living, Memory Care, or another level of care is the appropriate fit.
Memory Care at Hemsley House is based on The Best Friends™ approach, which means associates take time to know each person’s history, preferences, routines, and communication style and use that understanding in everyday care. Associates trained in dementia care are available day and night, with licensed nursing support, personalized assistance with daily routines and medications, and behavioral support shaped around each resident’s individual needs and stage of memory loss.
Yes. Hemsley House’s Memory Care approach is designed around the individual rather than a single diagnosis, with routines, activities, communication, and support adapted to each person’s abilities and changing needs. The team can discuss whether Hemsley House is an appropriate fit for a person living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia during the assessment process.
Memory Care programming at Hemsley House uses familiar activities, creative expression, music, movement, sensory experiences, and opportunities for social connection, with activities adapted to each resident’s abilities and interests. The Legend approach also incorporates multisensory interventions, life-story information, memory vignettes, and “fit the day” programming so an activity can be adjusted to what a resident is able and interested in doing that day.
“Fit the day” means the team adapts activities and routines to the resident’s abilities, energy, interests, and needs on a particular day rather than expecting everyone to participate in the same way. A resident might spend time with familiar music, a life-story book, a creative activity, gentle movement, or another familiar experience depending on what feels meaningful and comfortable that day.
