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Featured Apartment of the Month ~ Tobey Jones #370

By Christine Hall

March 13, 2025

Independent Living with Services

This one-bedroom, one bathroom apartment has a kitchenette, large closet in the bedroom and a view of the campus. This historic building is adjacent to the Resident Garden and features a lovely dining room, library, game room and Parlor with weekly happy hours, classes, fitness and more. The monthly rent of $6,690 (no buy in) includes:

Three wonderful, chef prepared meals a day
Weekly housekeeping
Transportation to and from doctor appointments and shopping
Fitness classes and a 6,000 square foot Fitness Center
Woodshop and Craft room
Senior University with lifelong learning
Kitchenettes with microwave and refrigerator
Emergency call alert system
Library, game room
Secure entrances with easy call system for visitors
Free reserved parking
Free storage space (indoors) if available

Your needs are always a priority for us. For a tour or more information, please call our Admissions team at 253-752-6621, or visit www.FrankeTobeyJones.com.

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Memory Care

Franke Tobey Jones Memory Care suites are beautiful and specialize in seniors with Alzheimer’s Disease and dementia. Our unique approach to memory care features a small group of residents who live together in a home-like setting with secured outside courtyards, many gathering spaces, 24 hour supervision and support. It is not necessary to live at FTJ first.

Montessori-Inspired Memory Care Programming

Starting in late 2022, Franke Tobey Jones embarked on a brand-new way of engaging with residents in our Memory Care. While Montessori is most often connected to learning for children, Montessori for dementia has been shown to be extremely effective in allowing the person with dementia to reconnect to a world they are losing access to.

Montessori-Inspired Memory Care Programming is an approach to dementia care that adapts the educational principles developed by Dr. Maria Montessori to support individuals living with memory impairments, such as Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. This philosophy focuses on creating a person-centered, engaging, and supportive environment that encourages independence, dignity, and a sense of purpose.

Key features of Montessori-inspired memory care programming include:

Person-Centered Approach
Tailored activities based on the individual’s preferences, strengths, interests, and life history.
Emphasis on preserving and utilizing remaining abilities rather than focusing on deficits.
Structured Environment
A calm, organized, and predictable environment helps reduce confusion and anxiety.
Visual cues, labels, and memory aids are often used to support navigation and orientation.
Engagement in Meaningful Activities
Activities are designed to reflect the resident’s previous skills, hobbies, and roles, allowing them to feel purposeful and connected.
Examples include cooking, gardening, sorting tasks, or music therapy.
Emphasis on Independence
Residents are encouraged to perform tasks they can do independently or with minimal assistance, fostering self-esteem and a sense of accomplishment.
Sensory Stimulation
Incorporates tactile, visual, auditory, and olfactory experiences to engage the senses, evoke memories, and create calming or enjoyable moments.
Social Connection and Community
Promotes opportunities for social interaction, group activities, and teamwork to combat isolation and loneliness.

This approach aligns well with best practices in dementia care, as it respects each resident’s individuality and focuses on maintaining quality of life through meaningful engagement and supportive care strategies. Through sensory experiences and hands-on programing, those who have dementia are better able to reconnect with pleasant events and memories of the past and experience the positive emotions of remembered events.

Memory Care Suites Feature

Large private suite with private bathroom/shower
Multiple large gathering areas
Private, secure outside courtyards
Under the supervision of a licensed nurse, activity professionals and nursing assistants, each day is guided by our 24 hour staff, and daily routine is structured to maximize quality of life for each resident
A licensed nurse is available to administer medications and assist with emergencies
Program includes assistance with activities of daily living including medications, bathing and dressing to ensure that needs are met
A variety of meaningful activities including Montessori–inspired programming designed to enhance residents’ strengths while bringing enjoyment to their days
Residents can enjoy quiet times with other residents and staff in various indoor and outdoor community spaces

Memory Care Suites Include

Three delicious meals a day served family-style in the Memory Care dining room
Weekly housekeeping: bed linens and towels are laundered and supplied weekly, and a laundry room is available for personal use. FTJ can also launder personal clothes for a fee.
Transportation to medical appointments five days a week
Utilities include TV, internet and local phone service

Watch the new Memory Care Common Area video

Your needs are always a priority for us. For a tour or more information, please call 253-752-6621, or visit www.FrankeTobeyJones.com.

Skilled Nursing

Our Care Center has a rare opening in Skilled Nursing. In our private pay Care Center, nearly all of the Skilled Nursing rooms are private with full private bathrooms. Each room has a locking medicine cabinet so you won’t see med carts in the hallway. Rooms are clustered in “suites” which creates privacy for our residents and family members. Take a virtual tour and see why our new Care Center is truly extraordinary. It is not necessary to live at FTJ first. Prices start at $500 per day plus a $5,000 Community Fee.

INCLUDES

Three delicious meals a day are served in private dining rooms supervised by licensed nursing staff.
Weekly housekeeping – Bed linens and towels are laundered and supplied weekly. Laundry room is available for personal use.
Transportation to medical appointments five days a week.
Utilities include TV, internet and local phone service.
Activity Program – We seek to meet all types of leisure needs; physical, intellectual, emotional, spiritual and social. Above all, we strive to bring meaning and purpose, along with care and compassion, into the lives of our residents.
Special Programs including individualized restorative nursing program.
Contracted hospice service
Contracted Physical Therapist on duty five days per week
Speech Therapy and Occupational Therapy available on an as needed basis

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