The Harbor Of Cleveland To Introduce Advanced Alzheimer’s Technology At Sept. 16 Grand Opening

  • Friday, September 14, 2018

The Harbor of Cleveland will introduce Bradley County to state-of-the-art, non-medication technology at its grand opening this Sunday.

The Harbor, located inside Legacy Village of Cleveland, is a newly built Alzheimer’s/memory care facility offering 32 deluxe memory care apartments in studio, companion and one-bedroom suites. "Bradley County area seniors who are facing memory-related disorders will benefit from The Harbor’s advanced technology in the fight against Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia," officials said.

“The Harbor of Cleveland is the realization of a dream we’ve developed over a decade of in depth research in the field of Alzheimer’s and Dementia. Our programs at The Harbor are intentionally designed to help seniors find a safe haven from the storms of dementia.  We are confident these innovative programs will enhance the lives of our residents and give our families a high quality environment for their family members.” said Bryan Cook, COO of Legacy Senior Living, a Cleveland-based company that manages Legacy Village of Cleveland.

The Harbor offers several state of the art technologies and unique approaches to memory care which include:

- SimpleC electronic storyboard to promote memory retention. SimpleC is a cutting-edge, scientifically proven therapy which uses an electronic storyboard to aid each individual resident’s memory needs. With the help of loved ones, The Harbor caregivers specifically tailor the storyboards for each resident, blending technology with behavior therapy. The resident sees familiar images and hears calming music and voices to help recall the memories of important people and key life events. The Harbor provides this service through computer tablets and on the large television in the common area Town Theater. Institutions such as Johns Hopkins, Georgia Tech and Emory led the creation of the electronic storyboard treatment through years of research.

- Circadian Rhythmic LED lighting to mimic sunrise and sunset. The Harbor utilizes a purpose-designed circadian rhythm LED lighting system that simulates morning’s sunrise, afternoon’s warmth and evening’s glow by carefully illuminating specific shades of light throughout the facility. Several controlled studies of seniors have shown exposure to natural light cycles is a useful tool to improve sleep efficiency and alertness without utilizing medication. By investing in the circadian lighting technology, Legacy Village of Cleveland stands among the few facilities in the country offering this unique approach to caring for those affected by such a devastating disease.

- 1950s-era design to stimulate nostalgic memories. The Harbor is a result from years of planning and development with notable experts in the field of memory loss. The Harbor’s overall theme, design, colors, furniture, and common areas all reflect a 1950’s theme to remind residents of happier times. The colors are bright and cheery with large six foot windows in each apartment. Flooring types, textures and furnishings were chosen based on successful trends in memory care treatment. A large area called the Town Center is the hub of activities and socialization. This includes emotional, educational, physical and spiritual opportunities. The center point of the Town includes a Diner, Clinic and Theater.

“Through technology and design, The Harbor creates a multi-sensory experience that stimulates pleasant memories and allows our residents to enter bygone times, which often improves mood and movement, giving the resident the opportunity to enjoy the highest quality of life possible,” Shannon Alvey, executive director of Legacy Village of Cleveland, said.

Legacy Village of Cleveland invites the public to visit The Harbor grand opening this Sunday from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.


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