Question 1

What programs or activities does Summit View Assisted Living offer to keep residents engaged? How does the staff engage residents' long-term memories?

Accepted Answer

We use a compensatory approach. A modified communication style to stimulate the resident’s understanding, interest, and trust. Helping them adjust to the environment so it’s supportive and not a hindrance. Simplify activities to the just-right challenge level so that the activity is neither too challenging nor too simple.

We maintain routines and use familiar supplies that engage our resident’s long-term memory.

Making activities as multisensory as possible to capture interest and spark long-term memory. The sense of smell adheres especially strongly to long-term memory, so if doing an activity such as “travel trivia” and the goal is for residents to name famous beaches, before engaging residents in the discussion, pass around suntan lotion for residents to smell. This will likely help those with dementia better retrieve memories of going to the beach.

Question 2

Describe the overall population of assisted living residents at Summit View Assisted Living. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?

Accepted Answer

As a mature adult community, our facility presents the perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and convenience. Situated in a magnificently landscaped residential setting, the community is ideally located only moments from downtown Baltimore, Maryland. 

The overall population in Summit View Assisted Living community is 75. The most popular activities are Music, Arts and Crafts and Exercise Class which are offered daily to engage our residents. 

If you are looking for an easier lifestyle in a beautiful secure environment, come experience this beautiful community and explore everything Summit View Assisted Living can offer.

Question 3

What transportation services does Summit View Assisted Living offer to assisted living residents?

Accepted Answer

We offer transportation to all residents and assist them to travel to doctor appointments.

Question 4

What places are near Summit View Assisted Living or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?

Accepted Answer

We are located in the tranquil neighborhood of Garwyn Oaks community with it's tree lined streets perfect for leisurely strolls. Nestled within a short drive of Leaking Park which offers great walking/ hiking trails.

Question 5

What programs or activities does Summit View Assisted Living offer to enrich residents' well-being?

Accepted Answer

Our individualized and well thought out activity program is at the heart of quality of life for our residents.  Games, music 
 and exercise classes are offered daily to keep our residents engaged in our shared living community. The role of an activity director is simply to provide residents with resources or supplies that foster independent activities. Here are a few examples as to how we keep our residents engaged.

Coordinate with a local library to bring in books.
Coordinate with a pet-therapy program to provide regular friendly (furry) visitors.
Set ting out yarn and knitting/crocheting needles or other items on a dedicated table in the activity room/art studio.
Placing a puzzles in the community library for residents to work on at their leisure.
Arranging a hospitality cart in the living room each morning so that residents can read the paper with a cup of tea or coffee in hand.

Question 6

How does Summit View Assisted Living keep residents' families informed about their loved ones?

Accepted Answer

We are in constant communication with the families of our resident's.  We like to keep our resident's family involved in every expect of their loved ones care. Weekly care notes are taken by the trained staff and emailed the family.  Our lines of communication are always open via telephone and text.

Question 7

What is the care staff-to-resident ratio at Summit View Assisted Living during daytime and nighttime hours?

Accepted Answer

2:8   Two staff members to every eight residents

Question 8

What ongoing training does the staff receive in dementia care?

Accepted Answer

Staff member undergo annual training by our Delegating Registered Nurse that encompasses classes on dementia and alzheimer's diseases to better serve our residents that may be affected by this disease.

Question 9

Is Summit View Assisted Living affiliated with a hospital if more care is needed?

Accepted Answer

No

Question 10

What safety features or security measures does Summit View Assisted Living offer to assisted living residents?

Accepted Answer

Our facility is monitored 24 hours around the clock  by a leading security company.  We offer camera surveillance in all shared areas of the facility and all exterior doors are alarmed for notification of entering and exiting the premises.

Question 11

What safety features or security measures does Summit View Assisted Living provide to protect residents who wander?

Accepted Answer

Our facility offers camera surveillance in all shared areas of the residence and all exterior doors are alarmed for notification of entering and exiting the premises.

Question 12

What ongoing senior care training does the staff receive?

Accepted Answer

Staff members are required to receive 20 hours of annual training to keep their skills up to date.

Question 13

If Summit View Assisted Living accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?

Accepted Answer

No pets allowed inside the facility.

Question 14

Who assesses residents' health and cognitive functioning? How often is that assessment repeated?

Accepted Answer

Our resident's health and cognitive functioning assessments are performed by the resident Delegating Registered Nurse every 45 days after admittance to the facility.  Along with daily/weekly care observations noted by certified nursing assistants.

Question 15

What techniques does Summit View Assisted Living use to support memory care residents during mealtimes?

Accepted Answer

When caring for dementia residents, we keep the table setting basic, and only offer the utensils they will need. That also means avoiding patterned plates and tablecloths as well as minimizing decorations and condiments on the table that might cause unnecessary distraction.  We are also flexible with mealtimes and give plenty of time to eat without being rushed. With that in mind, our staff greet residents and engage them in conversation before, during and after meals – even if residents are not able to respond verbally. When possible, we sit and eat with residents and offer assistance throughout the meal if needed.

Question 16

How many staffers are on duty in the daytime and overnight?

Accepted Answer

There are two staff members on the premises for awake overnight shift.

Question 17

How does Summit View Assisted Living keep residents' families informed about their loved ones' health?

Accepted Answer

We are in constant communication with the families of our residents.  We like to keep our resident's families involved in every expect of their loved ones' care. Weekly care notes are taken by the trained staff and emailed to the family.  Our lines of communication are always open via telephone and text.

Question 18

Describe the neighborhood around Summit View Assisted Living. Is it located in a residential neighborhood, a business district, a rural setting, or other type of locale?

Accepted Answer

We are located in the tranquil neighborhood of Garwyn Oaks community with it's tree lined residential streets. Nestled within a short drive of Leaking Park which offers great walking trails.

Question 19

What makes the chef or dining program at Summit View Assisted Living exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?

Accepted Answer

Our delicious professionally trained Chef prepared meals and snacks are offered daily.  We are able to accommodate special meal plans for diabetics or residents that require a low salt diet.  Our menus are designed by licensed dietician to provide a well balanced nutritional meal options.

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