Arden Courts (Kenwood) — Local services in Sycamore Township

We moved our Mother into Arden Courts September 2024. Arden Courts specializes in Memory Care. Our Mom was diagnosed with Lewy Body dementia in November 2023. We toured quite a few facilities before choosing Arden Courts. From the moment we sat down with Alex(the director) we knew immediately we were in the right space. This was all new to us and he really took the time to explain what we can expect, helped set expectations and stayed by our side through out the whole process. Our questions, and we had many, were always answered quickly and throughly.

Walking thru the facility the first thing we noticed was the size of the rooms. You might find them smaller than you might have expected, we definitely did. It was explained that studies have been done and this design is from the results of those studies and that having too much space can pose risks, such as making it to the bathroom or getting to the door. They were not wrong, she needs nothing more than what she has. Our Mom is hardly ever in her room, she is usually having social time or in activities, watching TV or napping. She has never said or complained about the size of her room, not once. She loves her room.

I can say with certainty that my Mom has found her home(away from home). It takes time for them to settle in and for the nurses and aides to learn your loved ones wants and needs. To learn what they are trying to say when they can’t figure out how to say it. It doesn’t happen overnight, but it does happen.

The Facility itself is the perfect size. They have a beautiful outdoor space. It has plenty of sidewalks to walk if they are still walking and it is secure without the security/protection being in your face. It is a very peaceful place to have a visit. Inside there are 4 nooks that you can have visits in and they all have a different theme. The facility truly feels like home to our Mom.

I cannot say enough about the staff, they really care about what they are doing. They know the residents. From the Nurses and the Aides to the Director of building maintenance to the Activities team, the Chefs, the office staff they all know my Mom and she knows them. It is a really good group of people surrounding my Mom everyday.

I highly recommend Arden...

I recently moved my mother into Arden Courts of Kenwood, and have been very pleased with our experience. We were trying to keep her at home as long as possible, per her wishes, but that was becoming increasingly difficult. The Director Jana was extremely helpful in guiding us on my mother's care, in a non-pushy and supportive manner. From day one, my mother was welcomed by the staff, and made to feel at home. I have found the staff to be well-trained, patient, and gentle with the residents. Many have been working there for several years, which is a testament to their commitment. I feel relieved and reassured that my mother is in a safe environment where she is well-cared for at this challenging stage...

Arden Courts Kenwood is a uniquely designed facility to meet the needs of individuals with all different types of Dementia. They have walking paths inside and out to allow for walking independently while maintaining their safety. It’s set up to allow for a four different units, designed the same but allows for more quiet dining, and smaller sense of community. They have beautiful, spacious indoor and outdoor activity areas and they keep busy! There are a variety of activities to meet everyone’s interests. They have an onsite hair salon, and it caters to both men and women. The staff are all trained to care for individuals that have Dementia. They are all respectful and...