Memory care has been at the center of what we do since 1989. Bay Harbor of DeForest is a single-story community with two wings, designed so that residents with a wide range of needs, including memory impairment, mental health support, and assisted living, can live alongside one another in a setting that feels like home, not a facility.
Our staff trains specifically in the areas that matter most for memory care residents: medication management, navigating challenging behaviors with patience, nutrition, safety, and first aid. This is not a general education. It is targeted preparation for the work of caring for someone you love.
Wandering is one of the most common worries families face. Our interactive monitoring system keeps residents safe while allowing them to move freely through community spaces. Staff are alerted immediately if someone needs support, so residents have freedom and families have peace of mind.
Daily life here is designed to feel full and familiar. Three home-style meals, activities that spark engagement, our Music and Memory program, housekeeping, laundry service, and consistent support with daily routines are all part of what is included.
Care plans here adapt as needs change. Your loved one does not need to move when their condition progresses. Memory Care, Advanced Care, and nursing support are all available within the same building, with the same familiar staff and the same sense of home.
At Bay Harbor, we understand the unique needs of residents living with Dementia. Our Memory Care program is meticulously designed to provide dedicated assistance within a comforting and home-like environment.
Nestled within a serene neighborhood, our private and semi-private studio apartments offer a haven of comfort and belonging. Our goal is to create an atmosphere that feels both familiar and nurturing.
Our compassionate staff undergoes rigorous training in vital areas such as Medication Management, Challenging Behaviors, First Aid, Fire Safety, and Nutrition/Dietary requirements. Their expertise ensures that each resident receives the care they deserve.
We prioritize resident safety. At Bay Harbor, our innovative solution employs an interactive alarm system that safeguards individuals prone to wandering. This proactive approach ensures their security, as staff are promptly alerted if there's an attempt to leave the unit.
Every detail of our environment is considered with memory care residents in mind. Calm, familiar surroundings reduce anxiety and help residents feel settled. This is a place built to feel like home because for the people who live here, it is.
Private and semi-private studios sit within a warm, single-story building designed to feel welcoming rather than institutional. Our two wings serve residents with a wide range of needs, and everyone belongs here.
Our staff members are trained specifically in memory and dementia care. They know how to navigate difficult moments with patience, how to find what brings a resident comfort, and how to give families honest, reassuring updates. Their expertise is matched by their genuine care for the people they serve.
Our monitoring system is designed to protect residents who are prone to wandering while preserving their freedom to move through the community naturally. Staff respond immediately when needed, so residents can live with ease and families can breathe a little easier too.
Activities, music, connection, and purpose are all part of daily life at Bay Harbor of DeForest. Three home-style meals, housekeeping, laundry service, and hands-on support with daily tasks are included. And our Music and Memory program offers something extra: personalized playlists that reconnect residents with songs and memories that matter to them.
Needs evolve, and so does the care. Service plans adjust as physical or cognitive conditions change, so your loved one can stay in a familiar place with familiar people. Memory Care at Bay Harbor is about more than managing a diagnosis. It is about honoring the whole person.
At Bay Harbor, we prioritize your comfort and well-being in every aspect of senior living. Our community is designed with your needs in mind, offering a range of amenities that enhance your daily life.
Three home-style meals are served daily in our spacious shared dining room. We can bring meals to your room on days when that feels right.
Your space is kept fresh each week so you can focus on the people and moments that matter.
Our own trained staff, not agency workers, are here 24 hours a day. Familiar faces at every hour.
The assurance of medical support is ever-present, with a skilled nurse available at all times to address your health concerns.
All utilities are included: electricity, heating, air conditioning, water, expanded cable TV, and free WiFi throughout the building.
Two laundry rooms are available within our single-story building. Laundry service is provided as part of your care.
Community laundry rooms on each floor provide easy access to laundry facilities.
Our on-site salon is available to all residents. Local stylists are on hand, and your own stylist is always welcome to visit.
Gather for activities, creative projects, and events in our well-stocked activities space. Families may also reserve it for private visits and celebrations.
Our spacious dining room is a bright and welcoming gathering place where meals are shared and friendships grow.
Our private dining space can be reserved for family gatherings, birthday celebrations, holiday dinners, and special visits. It is a beautiful room and families are always welcome to use it.
Beautiful full-sized kitchens are included in each of our 1 & 2-bedroom apartments. Well-appointed kitchenettes are included in all our studio apartments.
Relax in cozy lounges complete with fireplaces and TVs, perfect for unwinding and socializing.
Free WiFi is available everywhere in the building, keeping residents connected to family and loved ones.
Fresh air is always easy to find. Our back patio, front entrance seating, and walking path give residents comfortable outdoor spaces to enjoy at their own pace.
Bay Harbor's convenient location ensures easy access to local clinics and hospitals.
Our 1 & 2-bedroom apartments include a washer and dryer, where residents have the choice of tossing in laundry independently, or having our staff assist with their laundry at whatever level they feel comfortable with.
