Compassionate Dementia Care

Find Compassionate Dementia Care

The journey with dementia is filled with challenges that require patience, resilience, and a caring support system. If you’re seeking care options for a loved one in the Portland area, you likely want more than just safety—you want a community where they can find purpose, joy, and dignity.

At The Grande at South Portland, we understand how deeply this decision matters. That’s why our Lilac Trace memory care program is thoughtfully designed to provide not only exceptional care, but also a sense of belonging and comfort for your loved one.

With our compassionate team by their side, your family can feel reassured that they are truly valued and supported every step of the way.

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What Is Dementia Care?

Dementia care is a specialized form of senior living created to support individuals with Alzheimer’s or other types of dementia. It uses a structured, person-centered approach to enhance quality of life. This care focuses on:

Safety: Using secure, thoughtfully designed spaces to minimize risks.
Dignity: Honoring the life story and individuality of each resident.
Engagement: Providing daily opportunities for social connection and purpose.
Wellness: Managing health needs with a specially trained, 24/7 team.

It is a comprehensive philosophy that embraces and supports the entire family.

Is Dementia Care
the Same as Memory Care?

Yes, within the senior living industry, the terms dementia care and memory care refer to the same specialized service.

Families often search for “dementia care” as it directly relates to a medical diagnosis. However, “memory care” is the common name communities use for their dedicated neighborhoods, evidence-based programs, and specially trained teams.

If you are seeking dementia care in the Portland area, you have found the right place. Our Lilac Trace memory care offers the expert support you’re looking for.

Who Is Dementia Care For?

A compassionate memory care environment can be beneficial for a loved one who is experiencing:

Memory challenges that impact their daily safety and routine.
Increased confusion, anxiety, or agitation.
Difficulty with planning, problem-solving, or familiar tasks.
A tendency to wander or become disoriented.
Significant changes in mood or personality.
Neglecting personal care or proper nutrition.

If these signs are familiar, please know that specialized support can make a wonderful difference.

Our Approach to Dementia Care

Inspired by the heartwarming principles of the best-selling Meet Me Where I Am—An Alzheimer’s Care Guide, our “Meet Me Where I Am” philosophy is at the heart of everything we do. Rather than focusing on what may have been lost, we cherish and celebrate the unique individual standing before us, creating moments of connection and joy.

With compassionate care led by certified dementia practitioners, our team is devoted to making every moment meaningful. This thoughtful, person-centered approach is the foundation of our R.E.A.C.H. for Life program, which brings a gentle, nurturing rhythm to daily life while focusing on the 3 C’s of memory care.

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We provide personalized care by understanding each resident’s unique story.

Using tools like the “Moments in Time” questionnaire, customized wellness plans, and memory-focused programs, we foster connection and create a supportive, engaging environment.

We work closely with families to provide exceptional care, offering tools like the Bridge App for updates, wellness conferences, and support groups to keep them informed and connected.

Our mission is to ensure families feel supported and confident in their loved ones’ care.

Lilac Trace offers compassionate care in a nurturing environment, focusing on dignity and respect for every resident.

Services include personalized dining, medication management, daily activities, lifelong learning, and music therapy, all designed to promote well-being.

Here, residents feel valued, supported, and truly at home.

Welcome Home: Lifestyle & Wellness Plans

Helping you find the perfect home and creating a wellness plan just for you is what we’re all about. What makes us special is the way we combine exceptional care with a warm, welcoming environment where you can thrive.

Our Lifestyle & Wellness Plan is so much more than meeting your daily needs—it’s a thoughtful, whole-person approach designed to nurture your connections, support your well-being, and honor your unique goals and preferences.

We’d love the chance to show you how our personalized approach to wellness can make a meaningful difference in your life. Learn more here.

We’re Ready to Support You & Your Loved One

Choosing the right care for your loved one is such an important decision, and we’re here to support you every step of the way.

Let us answer your questions, listen to your concerns, and help you find the best options for your family. You’re not alone in this—you can count on us.

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