Residential Memory Support
Nashville’s Memory Support Excellence
Memory Support Center of Excellence
Memory support at Abe’s Garden Community is an I’m Still Here® Center of Excellence certified by The Hearthstone Institute. Hearthstone is internationally known for its innovations in memory care and its investment in clinical research. Hearthstone’s extensive experience demonstrates how the years following a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia can be filled with opportunities to create positive, fulfilling experiences that enable people with cognitive disorders to live engaged and purposeful lives.

Internationally Recognized Dementia Design
From architecture to landscaping to our evidence-based interior and furnishings, every inch of our residential memory support community was built with dementia best practices in mind. In fact, in 2020, the World Alzheimer Report recognized Abe’s Garden Memory Support Center of Excellence for being a groundbreaker in dementia design. Equally important, our residential design is complemented by a person-directed, purposeful lifestyle that improves quality of life for those living with cognitive challenges.
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Engagement Programs

Memory Support Pillars of Focus

Home Caregiver Resources
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Memory Support Suites
Residential memory support at Abe’s Garden Community accommodates 42 residents, with 38 single-occupancy suites and two double-occupancy suites, all of which are safe, comfortable, and meet the needs of our residents, their family members, and caregivers.

Specialized Residential Suite Features
Each memory support suite is approximately 300 square feet and includes beautiful, innovative furniture by Furnished Living™ that addresses the needs of those living with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia and other older adults:
A Built-in Cueing Wardrobe
Directs the attention of residents to separate compartments to encourage exploration. Drawers and shelves with items that require supervision can be locked with a secure keyless magnetic lock.
The Engagement Center
May be used to hold activities that can be enjoyed independently or with company, store clothing, or be filled with items meaningful to the resident.
A Supply Cabinet with Reminiscence Panel
An in-suite storage unit with a panel to place photos that help engage memories or notes and calendars for orientation assistance.
Private Zero-Barrier Entry Bathroom
Accommodates the turning radius of shower chairs and provides room for care partners to maneuver when assisting residents. (Dual occupancy suites have semi-private bathroom.)
A Window Seat
Allows residents to enjoy an abundance of natural light.
A Supply Cabinet with Reminiscence Panel
An in-suite storage unit with a panel to place photos that help engage memories or notes and calendars for orientation assistance.
The Independence Bed
Features three different bed platform heights, and supportive side arms help reduce resident falls as well as physical strain on care partners during transfers.
The Illuminating Night Table
Has a built-in amber LED nightlight to maintain sleep and reduce falls and confusion during the night.
The Motion Chair
Features a smooth gliding motion to stimulate mild exercise and provides an outlet to reduce agitation. The chair automatically locks into place when the resident begins to stand.
All-Inclusive Monthly Rent
The cost of memory care at Abe’s Garden Community is all-inclusive. Our residential memory support stays include:
- Our proven I’m Still Here® approach to dementia care
- Participation in multiple simultaneous engagement opportunities
- 24/7 nursing services, including medication management and distribution
- Daily wellness checks
- Assistance with the activities of daily living, including self-care, ambulation, bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting
- Three nutritious meals and snacks, plus reminders and escorts as needed
- Access to a secure and engaging purpose-built courtyard
- Housekeeping and laundry services
For the later stages of dementia, supplemental home care services and hospice care can be arranged.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the process for getting on the waiting list?
A: Our residential memory support community is currently accepting applications for its waiting list. To join, we require a nonrefundable $300 waiting list fee, which is credited back to the resident’s account upon move-in. Please contact Judy Given at jgiven@abesgarden.org for an application.
Q: What happens when a resident enters the last stages of this illness?
A: It’s understood that a resident in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease or memory loss has different engagement needs, interests and abilities than those in later stages. We are committed to keeping our residents as actively engaged in their environment as possible, regardless of their cognitive or physical abilities or mobility. In the latter stages of Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, engagement is more personal, focusing on sensory stimulation and comfort. Music, lights, fragrances, touch and taste are used to keep them engaged. During meals, our care partners guide the resident’s hands to help them feed themselves, and food is prepared to meet their needs. We will capitalize on whatever operational memory they have to keep them involved in their own activities of daily living.