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Safe Harbor Program
Specifically Developed for Resident's with Alzheimer's & Other Dementias
The Safe Harbor Program is Harbor House's innovative program for the care of residents with memory loss. The Safe Harbor Program, developed in accordance with the Alzheimer's Association's Guidelines for Dignity, incorporates changes to the environment, daily routine and care of people with dementia that instill pleasant routine and stimulating, satisfying activity into each resident's life. At the root of the program is a philosophy of care that focuses on encouraging independence, nurturing the spirit, preserving dignity and involving family and friends in a resident's life and care plan. Each resident is treated as an individual, paying particular attention to interests and skills including occupation, accomplishments and hobbies with assistance from the family. Safe Harbor governs everything we do, from building design to staff training. Safe Harbor has been enhanced over the years, incorporating best practices in Alzheimer's care from around the world.
How the Safe Harbor Program Sets Harbor House Apart
Harbor House was a pioneer in state-of-the-art care for those suffering from Alzheimer's and dementia. We continue to raise the bar nationally through our constantly-improving Safe Harbor Program, which has been frequently emulated by organizations as a model for optimal elder care. Designed to create pleasant days in what can feel like a confusing world, Safe Harbor activities revolve around familiar, everyday tasks and pastimes, created to specifically elicit the abilities of each resident. The Safe Harbor Program engages the senses to help calm residents, evoke pleasant memories and to help your loved one feel comfortable in the world around them. We share many activities every day with our residents, each of which is designed to stimulate the mind and lift the spirit. Our goal is that your loved one will find success, meaning and pleasure in every day.
What types of Therapy are used in the Safe Harbor Program?
The Safe Harbor Program focuses on a philosophy of creating success stories one small victory at a time. The program utilizes music therapy, aromatherapy and sensory stimulation to create an environment that encourages pleasant memories and promotes independence. Positive encouragement and plenty of one-on-one staff interaction offer reassurance and reduce anxiety. The result is that residents feel active, comforted and happy in a cheerful place to live.
The Safe Harbor program is just one of the many programs that sets us apart from others. Learn more about the Harbor House difference by visiting the pages below:
Harbor House was a pioneer in state-of-the-art care for those suffering from Alzheimer's and dementia. We continue to raise the bar nationally through our constantly-improving Safe Harbor Program, which has been frequently emulated by organizations as a model for optimal elder care.
