{"id":568,"date":"2024-05-29T04:53:47","date_gmt":"2024-05-29T04:53:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/artisseniorliving.com\/memory-care-wilmette\/amenities\/"},"modified":"2026-06-08T15:46:31","modified_gmt":"2026-06-08T20:46:31","slug":"amenities","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/artisseniorliving.com\/memory-care-wilmette\/amenities\/","title":{"rendered":"Amenities"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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\n The comforts of home with neighborhood conveniences.\n <\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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\n Community Features\n <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\n Four distinct, locally themed neighborhoods, each with a dedicated interior front porch, living room, dining room, and kitchen\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\n 10,000+ sq. ft. of indoor space accessible to all residents\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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12,000+ sq. ft. of secure outdoor patios, porches and courtyards and seating for rest and family visits <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\n Barbershop & beauty salon\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\n Program center\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\n Wellness center\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\n Art studio\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\n Wi-Fi in common spaces\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n

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\n Suite Features\n <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\n Doorway shadow box with personal mementos and familiar images to aid wayfinding\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\n Sized to encourage more engagement with neighbors and associates in common spaces\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\n Dedicated family photo shelving\u202f\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\n ADA-compliant toilet\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\n Wheelchair-accessible sink*\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\n Walk-in shower with rails and removable shower head\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\n High ceiling\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\n Large windows to allow natural light\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\n Furnished suites available\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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What amenities are available in Artis memory care communities?<\/summary>\n

Communities offer expansive, secure outdoor spaces<\/a><\/strong> with walking paths and seating; locally themed neighborhoods<\/a><\/strong>, each with its own living room, dining room, kitchen and front porch; barbershop and beauty salons, <\/strong>program centers, wellness centers, art studios, and Wi-Fi in common areas.  <\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Are outdoor areas secure?<\/summary>\n

Yes. Residents enjoy expansive courtyards and walking paths with decorative safety fencing, to safely promote exercise and independence<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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How does the community\u2019s design support dementia care? <\/summary>\n

Thoughtful\u00a0layouts<\/a><\/strong>, visual cues, and smaller neighborhoods reduce confusion and promote comfort.\u00a0Spaces are designed to\u00a0optimize\u00a0resident\u00a0autonomy<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0with staff supervision. Indoor hallways have an accessible, circular layout to encourage\u00a0safe exploration<\/a>.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Can residents personalize their suite?<\/summary>\n

Yes. Because having familiar belongings around helps with the adjustment to their new home, we encourage you to bring personal items such as photographs, artwork, and furniture. Fully furnished suites are also available. Suites<\/a><\/strong> also features a display case outside the door, designed to contain personal photographs, awards, certificates, and\/or souvenirs.  <\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Are communities designed specifically for memory care?<\/summary>\n

Yes. Notable differences from assisted living communities include smaller, more intimate neighborhoods, circular hallway design<\/a><\/strong>, secure outdoor spaces<\/a><\/strong>, and resident life portrait display cases<\/a><\/strong> outside each suite to help reinforce the resident\u2019s sense of identity, aid in orientation, and allow their neighbors to know more about them. <\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Are common spaces used daily?<\/summary>\n

Residents are encouraged to spend time with their neighbors and participate in programs<\/a><\/strong> every day in shared living spaces<\/a><\/strong>, kitchens, studios, and neighborhood porches to encourage social connection.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Do amenities support family visits?<\/summary>\n

Comfortable gathering areas<\/a><\/strong> with ample seating welcome meaningful family time. Family members may also join their loved ones in the dining room<\/a> <\/strong>at mealtime.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Why do amenities matter in memory care?<\/summary>\n

Environment plays a critical role in well-being<\/a><\/strong>, emotional comfort and cognitive support. Isolation can hasten decline in people with dementia \u2013 amenities encourage residents to come out of their suites to participate and socialize. <\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n

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\n Amenities are nice to talk about, but better to see. Schedule a tour.\n <\/h2>\n\n\n