M arch 2 0 1 3

Sundance in Katy

Sundance Premier Memory Cares new opening in Katy, Texas

Q&A

Ask the Expert

What is a good caregiver to resident ratio and why?

Q: My mothers doctor has said that she may forget to swallow over time. How can that happen? A: Your concern is a common one, though forgetting to swallow is not entirely accurate. Over time, the myelin that insulates the neurons in the brain degrades and this lead to a loss of information as it is conducted from one area of the brain to another. This is why people have memory loss, difficulty finding their words and, also, trouble swallowing with many chronic or progressive neurological diseases... (continued inside)
Ask Your Question on Facebook: facebook.com/SundancePMC

Q&A
happen?

By Andrea Morian

may forget to swallow over time. How can that A: Your concern is a common one, though

Q: My mothers doctor has said that she

forgetting to swallow is not entirely accurate. Over time, the myelin that insulates the neurons in the brain degrades and this lead to a loss of information as it is conducted from one area of the brain to another. This is why people words and, also, trouble swallowing with many chronic or progressive neurological diseases..

have memory loss, difficulty finding their

Sundance Premier Memory Care New Katy Opening

By Amanda bailey

swallow is just not conducted efficiently and lead to food and liquid entering the airway occurs over time, it can lead to aspiration

The information that helps a person to

in Katy, Texas. With their opening they have several community events

Sundance is pleased to announce the opening of our newest community

effectively in some people over time. This can and lungs instead of the esophagus. As this pneumonia. While that is the rather simplified

planned. They have already had a panel discussion entitled Sandwich Generation Stress Management. The panel consisted of experts on therapy techniques to assist families managing their aging parents as well as raising their own families. Upcoming events include a similar panel discussion of

financial experts, a caregiver conference at Epiphany Catholic Church, a Katy Chamber ribbon cutting and on April 18 th they will celebrate with a Grand Opening Event.

version of the cause of a swallowing problem, the things that this problem leads to are of much greater concern to most families. For some, they, unfortunately, do not learn of this

possibility until a family member admits to the

Ask the Expert

By Jacquelin Hilton, RN

hospital with aspiration pneumonia. The most that happens, your family member has options

What is a good caregiver to resident ratio and why?

Sundance uses a 6:1 ratio on the morning shift and 7:1 for the remainder

important thing to know is that long before and an advance directive can be a powerful tool to help your family exercise their wishes even after the disease process has progressed. Before choosing one option or another, you

of the day. We simply feel that the typical nursing home ratio of 12:1 is overwhelming for both the caregivers and the residents. With a low ratio we are able to provide them with a more intimate care environment, addressing dine with our residents to accomplish goals such as assessing eating patterns

personal, social, medical, & family connections. For example, our caregivers and any changes to those patterns. In a setting where the ratio is higher, they

can speak with a speech-language pathologist who is an expert in swallowing disorders. She should be able to direct you to the most current evidence and explain the options available to you and your familys specific situation.

are not allowed the time to sit and visit with the residents and observe these each of us strive to uphold to provide the best possible quality of life for our residents.

crucial changes. Here at Sundance we have a standard of excellence that

Our mission is to glorify God and to provide local communities access to premier memory care services and state-of-the art care facilities which incorporate the newest, most innovative approaches to care for memory loss and dementia.

Our Mission

At Sundance, you will find warmth, acceptance, and above all, patience. Each one our qualified caregivers has made a personal commitment to serve in this rewarding field. This passion, in combination with special training in the intricacies of memory loss caretaking strategies, creates a level of care unmatched in the communities we serve. As a member of the Sundance family, as a family member entrusting us with the care of your loved one, you will feel confident that our staff is giving your loved one the care and attention they deserve. And more importantly, each time you come to visit, you will see our commitment to the humanity, dignity and well being of every resident entrusted in our care. Above all, we pride ourselves in assuming a role of support and guidance with the families we serve. The journey of dementia and Alzheimers is difficult and challenging. Let Us Walk Together.

Who We Are

We love hearing from our friends and family. Please reach out to us via Facebook, email or phone if you have any ideas or suggestions. Were always open to critique and your conversations remind us that were here to serve your needs. Email us directly at suggestions@sundancepmc.com to share your thoughts.

Contact Us
Amanda Bailey, Marketing Director abailey@sundancepmc.com (281) 347-4450 Office (832) 465-7845 Direct 1820 WoodCreek Bend Lane Katy, Texas 77494

Amy Montanye, Marketing Director amontanye@sundancepmc.com (903) 944-9365 - Cell 2651 Elkton Trail Tyler, TX 75703

Sundance at Oak Hills

Sundance at WoodCreek Reserve

Michael Spurlock, COO mspurlock@sundancepmc.com (817) 999-6173 - Direct 5301 Village Creek Drive, Suite A Plano, Texas 75093

Corporate Office

facebook.com/SundancePMC

sundancepmc.com

People dont care how much you know until they know how much you care.