Type of Project
Assisted Living
Location
Council Bluffs, IA
Total Size
9,000 SF
Completion
2012
Partners
Thompsen, Dreessen, Dorner
Shaffer Stevens & Schaap
Advanced Engineering Systems
Contractor
Andersen Construction
Features
- Home-like environment
- Open kitchen and dining areas
- Kennel space for pets
- Raised-bed gardens
Creating a Home-Like Environment for Memory Care Patients
The Hansen House Memory Care facility is designed to lower the anxiety levels of persons with cognitive impairments, such as Alzheimer’s or Dementia. Ultimately the goal for this facility was to try to emulate the home where the residents would enjoy a feeling of independence and have a sense of safety within their new living environment. The kitchen and dining room areas were designed to be a gathering space just like a home environment, and the families of residents are encouraged to use the kitchen. Evidence also shows that the inclusion of pets in the caregiving process is important, so a kennel space to house pets was included in the layout of the facility. Other features include a barber and beauty shop, game room, sitting area for quiet reading, and laundry room.
Alesia Architecture, P.C., has been our trusted partner in the design and construction of three Hansen House memory care facilities. Alesia Architecture provides excellence in design, attention to detail, customer care, and respect for our budget and our time from first meeting through move-in day."
Bill McCarty, Owner, Hansen House
