High point Center for Care Prepares for Opening
Broadview at Purchase, the people who brought you a new model for aging in place, are ready to do it again. This time they are opening the High Point Center for Care, offering assisted living and memory care that focuses on intergenerational and lifelong learning.
Connecting to the West Building at Broadview at Purchase College, the High Point Center for Care will offer a safe, comfortable environment that allows residents to enjoy social connection and continued personal growth.
Brittaney Jones-Alleyne, Broadview’s Health Services Director, recently discussed how the Highpoint Center differs from other assisted living and memory care residences. She also talked about her excitement at opening the new center, which is in keeping with her own personal philosophy of caring for older adults.
Jones-Alleyne is a passionate advocate for seniors and has worked in the field of aging services for 14 years. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Healthcare Administration and a Master of Business Administration with a focus in Healthcare Administration. She is also an alumna of the Leading Age Larry Minnix Leadership Academy where she worked with the Leading Age Leaders of Color Network to support and facilitate career advancements in the field of aging services.
Q: Brittaney, what sets the Highpoint Center for Care apart from other assisted living and memory care residences?
A: Our model is to have the residents age in place. Their next adventure should be one that is enriching and offers a bright, happy and positive environment where people care. Our need to be social and to grow does not end as we age or because we have physical or cognitive limitations. We provide an environment that allows people to continue living their best lives.
Q: How will High Point Center for Care incorporate the intergenerational learning model of Broadview at Purchase College?
A: Our activities will incorporate intergenerational learning and rich cultural and intellectual stimulation– the same as currently happens at Broadview. Students from Purchase College and from neighboring schools will run and participate in activities. We are not talking about your typical bingo, but discussion groups, musical performances and other activities in the liberal arts. Where appropriate, they will also have access to all the same amenities enjoyed by the Purchase College community, including the renowned Neuberger Museum of Art, the Performing Arts Center, the academic and athletic facilities, and the park-like campus as well as formal and informal programming and collaborative opportunities designed to promote intergenerational engagement with students.
Q: You spoke about how flexibility is the key to providing personalized services to residents and families. How does this work?
A: We recognize that there is no one-size-fits-all when it comes to senior living. Residents receive all-hours support with the activities of daily living, with licensed nursing staff on-site around the clock, seven days a week. Some people may want the additional option of a home health aide through an agency. Whatever the choice, the Highpoint Center allows residents to remain close to their spouse, family, and friends. Plus, as a pet-friendly community, we welcome pets.
- What are the residences and amenities like?
For assisted living there are 36 private, residential-style, one-bedroom suites. Each features a range of amenities, including a walk-in shower and kitchenette. In addition, there is:
- Concierge service
- Restaurant-style dining
- Weekly housekeeping, laundry, and linen service
- All utilities (except phone), basic cable and fast Wi-Fi
- HealthyLife® Services wellness program
- Access to all amenities, including the fitness center and indoor bromine pool
- Resident communication system for receiving information on monthly activities and special events
- Emergency call system throughout residences and grounds
For memory care, there are 32 private suites in a cheerful, comfortable memory care neighborhood designed to reduce confusion and boost confidence while keeping loved ones safe and secure. The staff is specially trained to support the unique needs of those affected by Alzheimer’s or other forms of cognitive impairment. There are two neighborhoods of 16 suites each with its own private dining room, activity space, resident family room, secured courtyard salon and bathing suite.
Q: What inspires you about working with these residents in memory care?
A: It can be so rewarding to work with residents with dementia. The difficult part is to see the decline. The rewarding part is being able to assist residents to live enriching lives. Living in their reality teaches us how to look at things from a different perspective. Although they are cognitively impaired there is still so much life and joy, and so much that we can still learn from them.
Q: How does the Highpoint Center engage family members?
A: Families are welcome here and should be an integral part of residents’ lives. We currently have a caregiver support group on campus. We are working with the Alzheimer’s Association on getting them to have a group here. We feel it’s important to be able to listen to families’ concerns or questions about their loved ones or the disease and to give them guidance, resources, and ongoing support.
For more information about the Highpoint Center for Care, visit https://www.broadviewseniorliving.org/high-point/