Philosophy & Care Program      Please Click the Links above for more information. Purpose & Philosophy In today's fast-paced world, families' duties to take care of the elderly can sometimes become a difficult task, especially when those loved ones suffer from any type of dementia. The purpose of our service is to provide the best possible elderly care in a home-like and secured environment. The basis of our philosophy of care is a non-judgmental atmosphere. Patience, understanding, compassion, and professional knowledge are all fundamental requirements for every one on our team of care providers. Pre-Admission Assessment A pre-admission assessment is conducted to ensure that a potential resident would benefit from our program. The evaluation process starts with an interview of family members when they come to our care center for a potential admission. Care needs, social needs, dietary needs, preferred activities: - everything is recorded and transferred to our admission team comprised of the Administrator, Director of Resident Services, Director of Medical Services, Dietician and Activity Director. If there is a need, our Clinical Psychologist or Administrator may visit the resident at his/her home or other location specified by the family. The admission team uses the pre-admission assessment as a starting point for developing a personalized care program. Admission Recognizing that the placement can be a difficult decision for both the resident and family, every effort is made to assure a successful transition. Families are encouraged to complete all admission paperwork prior to the admission date. Furthermore, we suggest that whenever possible, the admission to occur in the late morning, just before lunchtime. This allows the resident to spend time with the family before eating lunch in the more social atmosphere or in our private dining room. All staff members are informed of the resident's history, hobbies and personal characteristics, as provided by the family. Family members are reminded that they are always welcome to come or to call their loved one on the telephone to help make the transition more smooth and comfortable. Our monthly support groups and our "open door" policy give families an opportunity to discuss their thoughts and feelings both with our staff and other people who are in similar situations. We have found that the peer support provided by other families can be extremely helpful with the admission process. A Few family members of our previous residents voluntarily visit our care centers specifically to help new residents and families with the adjustment process. After Admission Residents are monitored closely once they have been admitted to the care program. On-staff licensed nurses head the ongoing medical assessment. Information is compiled using the physician's report, staff reports, the pre-placement appraisal, and continuing information provided by the family. RNs, LVNs, CNAs and care providers carry out implementation of any recommendations from such assessment. The administrator carries out the social assessment based on input from the family, a personal interview with the resident, and observing the resident within the care center environment. Activity Program The activity program is designed to meet the physical, social and psychological needs of each resident. Continuous activities are offered seven (7) days a week from 9:30 A.M. to 7:30 P.M. Our activity program is based on the specific needs of our residents, and as such, is continuously evolving. From large group activities to one-on-one interaction; from participation to observation, from physical activity to verbalization, - there is something for everyone. Appropriate activities include, exercise, music, reminiscence, current events, dancing, therapeutic games, painting and crafts, Community College Adult Education classes, theme parties with professional entertainers, religious services and neighborhood volunteers. Staff The Gardens care centers are family-owned and managed by Isaac and Stella Neches. They have been providing care to the elderly of Orange County since 1983. Their years of experience and dedicated caring has brought them numerous honors and awards for the inspired service they provide to those with age-related conditions and their families. The staff at each care center includes a licensed Administrator, RNs, LVNs, CNAs, trained care providers and certified Activity directors. Our staff's relationship with the residents is based on respect, care, knowledge, understanding, and patience. Physical Environment Our care centers are located throughout Orange County. Please click here to see specific locations. Each of our facilities is located in an attractive residential neighborhood. The 36 elegantly decorated rooms of each care center are divided into wings which all converge upon a bright and spacious dining room. The recreation rooms are centrally located around the dining room to provide a lively, social and home-like atmosphere throughout the care center. Sunny patios, beautiful gardens, and walking paths are all located within the secured grounds of each care center. Our facilities are all Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE) and are therefore unable to participate in the MediCal program. Changes in Condition The care providers and nursing staff assess each resident continuously. Any changes in the resident's condition are reported to the attending physician. Any new physician orders are implemented immediately and the resident's family is informed. Please e-mail or call us at any one of our facilities with any questions or comments.