Dementia Care Services at The Westerly Pewaukee
Sep 26, 2025
When a loved one receives a dementia diagnosis, many families are faced with difficult choices about how to ensure the highest quality of life and care. This moment often comes with many questions and emotions. At The Westerly Pewaukee, we understand how personal this journey is. That’s why our approach to dementia care services is rooted in empathy and a genuine commitment to each person’s unique story.
From the early stages of memory loss to the more advanced stages of cognitive decline, we provide a nurturing and safe environment that supports daily living while preserving dignity and individuality.
A Personalized Approach to Dementia Care
Every person living with dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, or other dementias has a different experience. That’s why a one-size-fits-all solution simply isn’t enough. At The Westerly Pewaukee, each resident’s journey begins with an in-depth health assessment conducted by a licensed health care professional. This evaluation forms the basis of a care plan tailored to individual needs and preferences.
As the disease progresses, our team continues to reassess and update this plan to reflect evolving care needs, whether they relate to increased personal care assistance, changes in medical care, or added emotional or behavioral support. We create an individualized path forward, always with the resident’s comfort and dignity in mind.
What Daily Life Looks Like in Memory Care
At The Westerly, daily life is carefully structured to feel comforting and familiar. Residents enjoy three fresh meals a day, plus healthy snacks, all served in a welcoming dining space that encourages social connection. Each studio is private and features home-like touches, including a kitchenette, so residents can feel a sense of ownership and comfort in their space.
The routine includes a variety of regular programs that promote engagement, social interaction, and wellbeing, all aligned with our person-centered approach to care. These programs are not just engaging, they are also therapeutic, supporting memory retention, fine motor skills, and social interaction.
It’s a real-life example of how personalized care and community connection can enhance quality of life, even in the face of a difficult diagnosis.
Assistance with Personal Care and Health Services
As dementia progresses, many older adults require help with everyday tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and light housekeeping. Our trained caregivers provide discreet, respectful assistance that promotes dignity while supporting independence as much as possible.
Medication management, including diabetic monitoring and ongoing coordination with a loved one's doctor, is an essential part of the care provided. Residents also have access to additional health services through trusted outside providers, including speech, physical, and occupational therapy, advanced nursing care such as wound or colostomy care, and psychiatric support as needed.
The Importance of Community and Emotional Support
The journey through dementia is not only experienced by the individual, it touches the entire family. That’s why our community places a strong emphasis on building relationships with family members, offering emotional support, and encouraging loved ones to remain involved.
We offer regular care updates, and open communication with care coordinators to ensure every question is answered and every concern is addressed. When friends and families remain part of the caregiving journey, residents often feel a deeper sense of comfort and security.
We understand that taking care of a loved one is not always easy, and we’re here to offer the structure and peace of mind that so many families seek.
Safety and Security in a Familiar Home Environment
Safety is always a top priority for older adults living with dementia. Our memory care neighborhood at The Westerly Pewaukee is intentionally small and home-like, supporting just 18 residents to ensure personalized attention and a strong sense of familiarity.
Each residence includes a safety call pendant and emergency pull cord, with staff available 24/7 to respond quickly. The layout of the community includes secure indoor and outdoor areas that allow residents to live safely while still enjoying freedom of movement. These features, combined with continuous staff support and attentive observation, help reduce anxiety and promote a sense of safety and calm.
Dementia Care Services Beyond the Basics
What truly sets our dementia care services apart is the holistic nature of our support. In addition to traditional health care and personal care, we include services such as:
Meal services that are not only nutritious but enjoyable
Weekly laundry and flat linen service
Transportation for group outings
Access to salon and spa services for a sense of normalcy and confidence
A community environment where residents feel included, not isolated
Our team works diligently to ensure that each resident receives the highest quality of support, not only physically, but emotionally and socially as well.
Understanding the Difference Between Home Care and Community-Based Care
Many families begin their journey by exploring in-home care services or dementia home care services. While in-home dementia care offers the comfort of a familiar home environment, it often lacks the social engagement and around-the-clock medical care available in a dedicated community like The Westerly Pewaukee.
While in-home services can help in the early stages, particularly with daily activities and home care services such as light cleaning or meal prep, a senior living community becomes more appropriate as care needs increase.
When compared with nursing homes, our community offers a more intimate, home-like setting, person-centered programming, and a focus on wellbeing that balances support with independence.
Contact Us Today to Learn More
Dementia care is not about managing a condition, it’s about honoring the life and individuality of each person. At The Westerly Pewaukee, we approach every aspect of care with attentiveness and a focus on helping residents live safely and experience meaningful daily living.
If you’re beginning the journey of finding better care for your loved one after a dementia diagnosis, we invite you to reach out to our team. Contact us today to ask questions or schedule a personal tour. We're here to help you and your family feel supported, every step of the way.