The Pearl at Watkins Centre

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Questions about The Pearl at Watkins Centre

What ongoing training does the staff receive in dementia care?

All staff receives certified dementia practitioner training.

How many staffers are on duty in the daytime and overnight?

Our staffing levels exceed state requirements at all times.

What programs or activities does The Pearl at Watkins Centre offer to keep residents engaged? How does the staff engage residents' long-term memories?

We provide individualized programming focusing on each resident's background and functional abilities, focusing on the six degrees of wellness.

Who assesses residents' health and cognitive functioning? How often is that assessment repeated?

The Director of Nursing and Executive Director assess all residents quarterly.

Services and Amenities of The Pearl at Watkins Centre

About The Pearl at Watkins Centre

The Pearl at Watkins Centre Memory Care Community offers compassionate care for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and the various forms of dementia. Servicing Midlothian, Virginia and the surrounding areas, our reputation for excellence draws residents from nearby Richmond, Virginia. The Pearl at Watkins Centre is comprised of caring professionals who offer industry-leading services and accommodations for seniors who require memory care services. Spacious living quarters, restaurant level cuisine, and exceptional care are all available at The Pearl at Watkins Centre, where we cultivate an atmosphere for seniors to live, love, and thrive.

Purposeful Living

The Pearl at Watkins Centre raises the standard of how seniors should enjoy their glory years. As memory care experts, we recognize that each resident will have good days and more challenging days. Our specialized memory care services identify the unique gifts and abilities of each resident. We go beyond what is considered ordinary, offering extraordinary personal care. The National Wellness Institute’s Six Dimensions of Wellness form the foundation for our day to day interactions, as well as our strategically crafted programs. The Pearl at Watkins Centre encourages residents and their families to grow in the following areas:

• Physical Wellness
• Cognitive Wellness
• Social Wellness
• Emotional
• Occupational Wellness (Sense of Purpose)
• Spiritual Wellness

The Pearl at Watkins Centre specializes in managing the myriad of emotions that are a byproduct of Alzheimer’s and the many forms of dementia. We also understand the impact that memory loss can have on family members and caregivers, and are here to support you by caring for your loved one at The Pearl at Watkins Centre. Our Memory Care Neighborhood is designed to emulate a homelike setting. Pertinent memorabilia and comfortable furnishings are carefully appointed to invoke a familiar environment. Our dedicated staff complement residents’ individual skills and monitors their progress daily. We build cognitive wellness with activities like Active Reminiscing and make special accommodations throughout the day to adjust to your loved one’s mood and mindset.

What Makes Us Special

The Pearl at Watkins Centre understands that people age and experience memory loss uniquely. We are attentive to the needs of each individual, delivering personalized care with patience, respect, and kindness.