Welcome to Summer Wood Alzheimer's Special Care
Memory Care
Apartments starting at $7,500/mo.
830 Northwest Sunburst Court Moses Lake, Washington 98837Welcome Home to Summer Wood – A Boutique Specialty Senior Care Community in Moses Lake, WA.
Summer Wood is a premier Memory Care community in the Moses Lake area that serves Spokane, Pasco, Pullman, and Kennewick, WA, as well as cities in Idaho and Oregon. Summer Wood is home to Blue Heron Park, Surf ‘n Slide Water Park, Japanese Peace Garden, Michael’s Market & Bistro, and PotHoles State Park. Our Memory Care provides special care for residents with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia beyond what a traditional assisted living community can offer.
Located in the serene surroundings of Moses Lake, a 2-hour drive from Seattle, Summer Wood offers a senior living community where compassionate care meets beautiful landscapes. Residents enjoy a rich and fulfilling lifestyle with fine dining options that rival the best restaurants, featuring delicious and nutritious meals throughout the day. Our dedicated staff ensures that each resident receives personalized care that is tailored to their needs, building a warm and supportive environment. Discover a place where comfort, quality, and connection come together to create an exceptional senior living experience.
Memory Care, Lake Moses, WA
Summer Wood offers compassionate Memory Care services deeply tailored to each resident’s needs. Our staff incorporates every resident’s life story into their personalized daily care plan. Residents of our Memory Care can take advantage of services and amenities that go beyond traditional assisted living. Through our distinctive Spark programming and compassionate staff, we create a warm and inviting environment where family and friends are always welcome.
As residents’ needs evolve, we provide a seamless transition to specialized care for memory loss at our Alzheimer’s Special Care Center. Our Meaningful Moments® program focuses on preserving each individual’s dignity and quality of life by incorporating their personal history into daily routines. By understanding and appreciating residents’ preferences, likes, dislikes, and cherished memories, we create a familiar and comforting atmosphere. Join us in fostering a vibrant community where residents thrive and feel valued ever day.
Our Award-Winning Spark® Program
The friendly and compassionate staff at Summer Wood is proud to offer our Memory Care residents our award-winning Spark® program. Imagine a program specially designed for seniors that not only strives to help them reach their full potential but also provides an opportunity to spend their days with a sense of joyful purpose. Frontier Management’s award-winning Spark® program is exactly that!
Spark® is a research-based program inspired by the teachings and research of Maria Montessori and Dr. Cameron Camp, which focuses on giving residents meaningful ways to feel needed and be productive. We use tailor-fit assessment tools to evaluate each resident’s capabilities and strengths so the program can best meet their specific needs.
The Four Pillars of the Frontier Spark® Program
The effectiveness and success of our Spark® program for Memory Care Residents is based on 4 foundational pillars.
• Social: We ensure that each resident has a role in the community that allows them to interact with others.
• Skills Focused: Our Montessori Assessment Tool uncovers remaining skills often missed by traditional evaluations.
• Procedural Memory: Skills can be learned and even improved through repetitive “procedural learning,” which allows residents to perform routine activities with less concerted effort.
• Progression & Goal Setting: Residents who work on projects or learn new things over a period of time with a set goal in mind feel more engaged and successful.
Inspiring contribution, productivity and engagement from all of our residents is our mission. Residents are encouraged to participate in a wide range of activities based on their personal interests and abilities. We celebrate our seniors as the unique individuals that they are by providing them with both meaningful experiences and proven therapeutic techniques to help them retain their cognitive capabilities to the fullest extent possible.
If you would like to learn more about how your loved one can fill their days with meaning and purpose through our award-winning Spark® program, we would love to speak with you more about it. You are cordially invited to visit our beautiful properties, take a tour, and meet our friendly and compassionate caregiver staff.
Health & Wellness Services
Whether your loved one requires some help with the activities of daily living (ADLs) or is living with the effects of dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, our dedicated staff takes great pride in delivering high-quality care that is compassionate, safe, and resident-centered. Our services are designed to meet our residents’ physical, emotional, and spiritual needs 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Before residents move to our Summer Wood community, pre-admission home visits and assessments are made to create an individual care plan. Memory Care residents have specially trained staff to assist with every aspect of care. We always encourage residents to be as independent as possible. Our staff is always here to tend to your loved one’s needs with professionalism and compassion.
Accommodations & Amenities
Accommodations
Summer Wood features two room types: companion with shared bath and private suites and private with private bath. All apartments are spacious and filled with natural light. They are a cozy place to call home. Our indoor common areas are purpose-filled and support social interaction. Outdoor spaces are beautifully maintained with gardens and lush landscaping. Residents can walk the community grounds safely and securely to reflect or meet friends.
Amenities
Our residents enjoy a wide range of amenities designed to support wellness and social needs. Our hotel-style amenities rejuvenate the spirit and bring peace of mind, knowing that each memory care resident’s unique considerations and needs are met.
Top 5 Amenities
• Exceptional Accommodations
• 5-Star Cuisine
• Beautiful Landscaped Grounds
• Supervised Social Outings
• Housekeeping & Laundry
Explore our extensive list of amenities below and experience a life that revolves around your happiness.
Top Reasons Families Choose Summer Wood
• Delicious and nutritious dining.
• Licensed nurses on staff 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and all staff are trained in dementia and Alzheimer’s behaviors and care.
• Medication assistance and management.
• Help with bathing dressing, as well as on-site spa and salon.
• Award-winning Spark Program with engaging, Montessori-inspired activities.
• Variety of floorplans and room types to meet different needs and budgets.
• Five Star Quality Care!
Memory Care vs. Assisted Living
At Summer Wood Alzheimer’s Special Care, we understand that each resident’s needs are unique. It’s important to recognize the difference between assisted living and memory care. Assisted Living communities are ideal for seniors who require assistance with daily tasks like housekeeping, medication management, personal care and other needs while maintaining a level of independence. Memory Care, however, is specifically designed for those living with Alzheimer’s, dementia, or other cognitive impairments, providing a secure environment with specialized care.
Our Memory Care residents at Summer Wood not only receive these essential assisted living services but also benefit from our high-quality, compassionate care tailored to their specific memory care needs. As their journey progresses, our dedicated team ensures they receive the best possible support, focusing on their comfort, dignity, and well-being every step of the way. Explore more on assisted living vs. memory care.
Summer Wood Alzheimer's Special Care
Summer Wood is a premier Memory Care community in the Moses Lake area that serves Spokane, Pasco, Pullman, and Kennewick, WA, as well as cities in Idaho and Oregon. Summer Wood is home to Blue Heron Park, Surf ‘n Slide Water Park, Japanese Peace Garden, Michael’s Market & Bistro, and PotHoles State Park. Our Memory Care provides special care for residents with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia beyond what a traditional assisted living community can offer.
Located in the serene surroundings of Moses Lake, a 2-hour drive from Seattle, Summer Wood offers a senior living community where compassionate care meets beautiful landscapes. Residents enjoy a rich and fulfilling lifestyle with fine dining options that rival the best restaurants, featuring delicious and nutritious meals throughout the day. Our dedicated staff ensures that each resident receives personalized care that is tailored to their needs, building a warm and supportive environment. Discover a place where comfort, quality, and connection come together to create an exceptional senior living experience.
Frontier’s Award-Winning Spark® Program
Imagine a program specially designed for seniors that not only strives to help them reach their full potential, but also provides an opportunity to spend their days with a sense of joyful purpose. Spark® places ultimate focus on supporting our residents’ ideas, choices, and independence. We empower residents to create a community that speaks to them. Our staff foster the natural spark within each individual by encouraging new idea and helping to make these ideas reality.
Everyday Thriving: A Spark® Lifestyle Inspired by Montessori Methods
Our award-winning, purpose-driven program for seniors. Inspired by Montessori Methods, Spark® focuses on engagement, social lifestyle and inclusion within the community at large.
- Based on science and research
- Based on rehabilitation techniques
- Keeps seniors socially engaged in a meaningful way
- Aims at increasing engagement and skills as we age
- Uses proprietary assessment tools that go beyond traditional methods
The effectiveness and success of our Spark® program for Assisted Living and Memory Care residents is based on these 4 foundational pillars:
SOCIAL ROLES
Everyone has a desire to be useful, so we ensure that each resident has a role in the community. Working the front desk or serving neighbors are examples of meaningful tasks that empower and connect residents.
SKILLS FOCUSED
Our Montessori Assessment Tool, created by the Center for Applied Research in Dementia, uncovers remaining skills often missed by traditional assessments. We can than strengthen and build on those identified skills.
PROCEDURAL MEMORY
Skills can be learned or improved through “procedural learning.” This repetition then allows routine activities to be performed with less need for concerted concentration.
PROGRESSION AND GOAL SETTING
By working on projects or learning topics over a longer period of time, always progressing toward a goal, residents become fully engaged and feel more successful.
Testimonials & Reviews
Levels of Care
Memory Care
Our community specializes in Memory Care for residents with Alzheimer’s Disease or Dementia-related illness.
Through our award-winning SPARK program, your loved one will receive round-the-clock care that encourages a happy, fulfilling lifestyle.
Amenities & Events
Snacks
Cable Services (included/available)
Meticulously maintained grounds
Outdoor walking path
Safety and Security
Trained Staff
Supervised, success-oriented activities program
Three nutritious meals served daily
Routine housekeeping and furnished linens
Fireplaces in Living Rooms
Living room areas
Activity Rooms
Private Conversation Areas
Individualized service plans
Support Groups
Educational Programs
Pre-admission home visit and assessment
TV and phone outlets in all resident rooms
Referral Services
Unlimited Wifi (included/available)
Shared Room
Highly Trained Care and Medication Staff 24/7
Spa & Beauty Salon
Vegetable and Herb Gardens for Residents
Game and Activity Rooms
Friendship suites for residents living with dementia
Private Dining Areas that may be reserved for events or family gatherings
Peaceful, Secure Courtyard
Cozy Fireplace
Stair Free Environment
Units with Courtyard View
Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Gender Neutral Restrooms
Free Parking On-Site
Accepts Medicaid
LGBTQ+ Friendly
Private Rooms
Social Outings
Art Therapy
Arts and Crafts
Baking Classes
Bingo
Bird Watching Group
Bowling
Car Shows
Card Writing Activity
Carnivals
Cooking Classes
Affinity Clubs/Hobby Groups
Donation Drives
Family Movie Night
Group Exercise Classes
Happy Hours
Holiday Celebrations
Ice Cream Outing/Social
Manicures and Pedicures
Mass Services
Musical Performances
Music Therapy
National Food Day Celebrations
Painting Day
Parades
Pet Therapy
Pizza Parties
Poker Night
Puzzle Night
Recognition of Residents' Birthdays
Root Beer Float Party
Senior Olympic Games
Sporting Event Party
Tea Parties
Tie-Dying Events
Veteran's Ceremonies
Women's Group
Karisti Cox
Executive Director
Karisti Cox has been with Summer Wood Alzheimer’s Special Care Center since 2020. Karisti’s passion to help families and caregivers of those with dementia has led her to many Alzheimer’s Awareness events such as Chairman of the Columbia Basin’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s and its ever-popular PURPLE PARTY. Karisti has since started two new events, “Dude! Where’s my CART?!” Alzheimer’s Awareness Golf Tournament that is prized for its silly challenges. In 2023 she started “The COLORS of HOPE” which engages children of the community to volunteer for the Alzheimer’s Association by coloring pictures on their “Walk” path, a 10 city block journey.
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