The Results So Far
Eight months after welcoming the first “neighbor” to Harbor
South, the community has reason to celebrate. Residents are
now fully engaged in life, making new friends and participating
in meaningful activities, everything from enjoying family
dinners and making home cooked meals, to participating in
crafts and games with friends and staff.
“By tailoring the types of offerings to what’s personally
meaningful to each member, engagement has doubled and
even tripled for some individuals,” said Ackroyd. “We have one
notable resident who didn’t enjoy leaving his room while in the
health center, he now participates in more than 130 events
and activities a month. It’s incredible to see these members
enjoying a vibrant life again.”
Peconic Landing has made a commitment to work toward
decreasing the need for antipsychotic medications for
members.
“Since opening, we have eliminated the use of antipsychotics
without negative effect, with one member’s cognition score
actually improving due to the changes,” said Garrett. “Seven
out of eleven members showed a marked increase in cognition
scores overall, with one remaining at baseline.”
They have also seen physical changes in the members as
well, with strengthened mobility eliminating the need for
one individual’s walker and physical therapy for two other
members, Garrett said.
“Since opening, we have eliminated
the use of antipsychotics without
“After seeing these unbelievable changes in our members,
we know that this is the future for individuals living with
dementia,” said Syron. “It is our job as providers to
ensure individuals have access to the best quality
care possible, and we are committed to helping
others access these unique types of services.”
negative effect...Seven out of eleven
members showed a marked increase
in cognition scores overall...”
— Gregory J. Garrett, executive vice president and
administrator of health services
Peconic Landing
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