When aging parents need additional support, adult children often step into caregiver roles. That can look very different from one family to the next, but as a loved one’s needs evolve, family caregivers often take on the responsibility of finding a senior living community where their parent can enjoy a better quality of life.
While many seniors research and select a senior living community on their own, they tend to be seeking Independent Living neighborhoods, where little to no supportive care is needed. They may happily involve their adult children in the process, but ultimately the senior resident is choosing a community based on the retirement lifestyle and senior-friendly amenities it offers.
On the other hand, when an adult child has a leading role in choosing a community for their parent, it’s usually because their loved one’s needs have changed in ways that call for consistent, professional support, such as Assisted Living or Memory Support.
If you’re newly tasked with choosing the right Assisted Living community in Atlanta—someplace you can count on to take loving care of your aging parent—you may quickly discover that hearing about others’ experiences is a great way to narrow your options.
At Canterbury Court, we pride ourselves on the close relationships we form—not just with our residents, but also their families. While every family—every resident—is unique in their own right, we hear some common themes when we talk with loved ones about why they chose Canterbury Court.
Families appreciate the peace of mind that comes from knowing their loved ones receive compassionate, personalized support at Canterbury Court—whether they need a little extra help in Assisted Living or specialized care in Memory Support. Our caring team, engaging programs and welcoming environment help residents live with dignity, purpose and joy.
Care for a Lifetime
As Atlanta’s first Life Plan community, Canterbury Court has been a trusted partner to families and a safe, fulfilling home for aging adults since 1965. From the start, it was designed to provide a lifetime of care for its residents, with a vibrant Independent Living lifestyle to enjoy for years along with the peace of mind that having higher levels of care available brings.
Reed Baker’s mother has moved through the continuum of care at Canterbury Court over the span of 13 years. Initially she lived in an Independent Living apartment, but due to health issues she moved into the Monarch Pavilion (the beautiful home to healthcare services and higher levels of living at Canterbury Court) three years ago.
“Mom and our family were initially drawn to Canterbury because of the ‘Life Plan’ philosophy,” Reed recalls. “Since Mom moved into the Wisteria Park (Memory Support) and Sage Glen (skilled nursing) neighborhoods, she has been well loved and cared for by the Canterbury staff.”
Genuinely Caring Staff
In fact, while Reed is quick to praise the community overall, what stands out is the care his mother receives. “The new Monarch Pavilion is a beautiful facility,” he says. “However, what gives us a great deal of comfort is the quality of the staff that takes care of Mom. We have built relationships with the care staff and know they have Mom’s best interests at heart.”
That’s a sentiment the Cook family shares.
“My siblings and I are very happy that we have entrusted her care to Canterbury Court,” says Robert Cook, son of Mady Cook, who lives in the Wisteria Park neighborhood. “First and foremost, the staff at Canterbury Court are very caring towards our mother. She feels safe and cared for there.”
That sense of caring and compassion extends beyond the care team and throughout the resident neighborhoods, as well. With its vibrant threads of people representing countless walks of life, Canterbury Court is a tightly woven community where neighbors become friends and even family.
Specialized Memory Care
Wisteria Park, where Mady lives, is a Memory Support neighborhood within Monarch Pavilion. More than just a place to live, this neighborhood delivers the kind of specialized support that reinforces why families choose memory care. Residents participate in personalized programming that helps them maximize their sense of self, while fostering individual and group connections with fellow residents and staff.
“We are happy knowing that our mother is in the best place available for her,” Robert says, affirming the community is a top choice for memory care in Atlanta.
It’s a safe and secure environment, staffed by professionals who receive ongoing training and certifications in the field of dementia care to ensure impactful and compassionate support. Residents have access to a range of activities designed to stimulate and energize, from horticulture therapy in the Memory Support Garden to music therapy and off-campus outings.
If you’re exploring options for dementia care in Atlanta, the Cook family’s experiences and other family testimonials for memory care can provide valuable insight to help you make the right decision for your aging parent as you navigate a dementia or memory care diagnosis together.
A Helping Hand
Senior living communities can also help older adults retain their independence. In an Assisted Living setting, residents receive help with daily activities like bathing, grooming and dressing — essential tasks that are easier and safer with the help of trained professionals, allowing family members to focus quality time on connection over caregiving.
Other benefits of Assisted Living for older adults include access to regular nutritious meals and the watchful eye of a caring staff to monitor for changes that could signal a need for additional support. This, combined with personalized assistance just where they need it, helps residents maximize their independence and protect their overall well-being.
Canterbury Court’s Azalea View neighborhood offers Assisted Living for Atlanta seniors who can benefit from a bit of extra help, while also enjoying all the amazing lifestyle benefits the community offers.
Engaging Lifestyle
A special focus on residents’ quality of life is an attractive feature of Canterbury Court for many residents and their families.
“There are many activities that are provided for my mother, including physical exercises, music programs and television programming that helps her pass the time,” says Robert Cook, Mady’s son.
Throughout the community, residents can access a wealth of useful, entertaining and convenient services and amenities. They can participate in ongoing educational, enrichment and personal-growth events; visit the outdoor dog park; hone their skills in the woodworking shop; or get spruced up with a trip to the on-site beauty and barber salon.
No matter how they choose to pass their time, residents are sure to encounter neighbors who share their interests, strengthening social ties and deepening their sense of belonging.
Spectacular Setting
Quality, personalized care and amenities aside, Canterbury Court is perhaps best known for its remarkable setting.
The Cook family agrees. “The building and grounds are beautiful and uplifting, especially the Gardens,” Robert says.
He’s referring to the Legacy Gardens, the crown jewel of the campus. At more than 10 acres, this protected wildlife sanctuary is literally the center of the community, making it easy for every resident to enjoy all that the Gardens have to offer, from a majestic canopy of trees to lush grass areas ideal for soaking up the sun on a bright fall afternoon.
What’s more, walkways wind throughout the Gardens, encouraging residents to engage in physical activity in this picturesque setting or head over to the glass-enclosed resident greenhouse that allows for year-round gardening.
Come Meet Our Family
Residents become family at Canterbury Court, and we recognize the important role family members and family caregivers play in residents’ lives. We’d welcome to chance to talk more with you about your loved one’s needs and how the Canterbury Court family can become an extension of your own.