When you walk through one of our communities, you will not only feel at home, you will also feel intellectually stimulated and socially engaged. Each design feature throughout our community has been intentionally selected to improve engagement and success through subtle cues. Experience the Certus difference and learn more about our research-based design!
Our goal is to help residents retain their independence. Each suite has been created by using research-based design, which includes intentional color contrasts, layout, and lighting.
The layout of our suites, much like the entire community, ensures that each resident can engage successfully for an excellent quality of life.
Our communities provide a home-style dining atmosphere where residents can socialize and enjoy great food. Menus are based around a brain-healthy diet that never compromises on great taste, and associates are patient and attentive. Trained to take orders while standing on a resident’s dominant side, associates help increase their confidence throughout the dining experience.
We also apply the psychology of color, using red tableware to stimulate appetite, focus, and participation. These subtle yet intentional choices yield meaningful benefits in the quality of life for our residents.
At Certus, we have taken the time to research the impact and psychology of color to determine how it can best be used throughout our communities.
You’ll notice that our uniforms are lime-green, one of the most vibrant colors that individuals can see as they age. This is proven to help residents identify who to go to when they need guidance or assistance.
Throughout our communities, you will see color contrasts that help residents successfully navigate the community.
The award winning Musical Breath program uses music therapy interventions to engage residents, decrease sundowning, and foster neurological stimulation.
Every resident can benefit from the Musical Breath program. Our specially designed speaker system enables us to play music throughout the community, as well as outside in our therapeutic garden.
We play music that is carefully chosen for mornings, meal-times, and evenings. Music has a scientific impact on the body and can improve sleeping patterns, eating habits, and overall engagement.
For many of our residents, experiencing life beyond the community’s walls is very important.
To ensure that we support this need, we have designed a bus based on the latest research on comfort and resident ability. Our bus is equipped with color-contrasted seats and a headset speaker system to engage residents while they’re on their journey.
Our bus caters to all residents’ abilities by providing a chairlift and easy-to-walk-up steps.
Certus is transforming memory care in Florida and beyond. Through our affiliate, the Certus Institute, we provide nationally approved dementia training for associates, families, and community partners. Every team member completes dementia certification, ensuring expert care and understanding.
We also collaborate with leading organizations like the National Institute for Dementia Education (NIDE), Lynchburg College’s Beard Center on Aging, the Alzheimer’s & Dementia Resource Center, and The Byrd Alzheimer’s Institute – keeping us at the forefront of the latest research and best practices.
