Renew Saddle Rock is a senior community based in Aurora, CO, that provides respite care and memory care programs. At the heart of the Renew Saddle Rock mission is the understanding that physical and mental stimulation is key to health and happiness among seniors with dementia. The facility provides a wide range of programs for its residents to engage with other members of the Aurora, CO, community. One such program is a craft experiences program, which pairs the seniors with youth as both collaborate to make craft art.
The Renew Saddle Rock team includes a number of seasoned professionals from a variety of fields who collaborate to create the ideal experience for residents. This team includes a cardiovascular nurse practitioner, a board-certified neuropsychologist, and a former Olympic triathlon coach. All of these individuals, together with experienced nursing staff, have helped forge the unique methodology at the facility.
One of the emphases of the facility is community engagement. Individuals living there have a lifetime’s worth of stories, skills, and wisdom that they can share with other people in the community. The facility helps facilitate opportunities for engaging with organizations and individuals to provide a sense of purpose for residents.