The Forum at Memorial Woods: What Residents Love About Life in This Houston Community
Residents of The Forum at Memorial Woods enjoy our distinctive lifestyle programs, ranging from dining and holistic wellness to social activities and events. Residents get the support they need to thrive.
With its warm climate, low cost of living, and rich cultural offerings, Houston, TX, presents an ideal retirement lifestyle. In fact, U.S. News recently ranked four Houston-area communities among the top 20 places to retire. You can find the resident experience you deserve at The Forum at Memorial Woods.
The Resident Experience at The Forum at Memorial Woods
At The Forum at Memorial Woods, we're dedicated to giving our residents the personalized services and amenities they need. Our community features several distinctive lifestyle programs to promote healthy living, friendship, and a hassle-free lifestyle.
Sensations Dining
A clear correlation exists between eating meals with others and a greater sense of well-being, as the World Happiness Report recently documented. The report found that when people in the U.S. who usually ate alone starting sharing most of their meals with others, they reported an increase in their quality of life as though they had doubled their income.
At The Forum at Memorial Woods, you have the opportunity to eat with your friends and neighbors in our stylish dining room. Our residents enjoy three chef-prepared meals daily with tableside service.
Chefs use fresh ingredients to make recipes ranging from homestyle favorites to regional dishes from around the world. Special menus are featured for holidays, themed parties, and special events. You'll find a balance of healthy and fun food that feeds your body and your overall well-being.
Celebrations, Activities, and Events
An essential part of the resident experience at The Forum at Memorial Woods is our vibrant calendar of events and activities. Our full-time activities director designs a schedule with opportunities for all residents, no matter their health situation and abilities.
The calendar includes:
- Educational classes
- Cultural experiences
- Exercise classes
- Games
- Arts and crafts
- Religious services
Trying new activities and developing your existing skills in a group setting helps build friendships. Friendship is especially important as we age. The Mayo Clinic reports that friendship has a range of benefits, including:
- Greater sense of belonging and connection
- Greater happiness and lower stress
- More self-confidence and self-esteem
Friends can help you handle challenges in your life, like serious illness or the loss of a loved one.
Dimensions Health and Wellness
Residents of The Forum at Memorial Woods benefit from a comprehensive wellness program. Dimensions Health and Wellness incorporates six aspects of wellness:
- Physical
- Medical
- Emotional
- Social
- Intellectual
- Spiritual
Programming to support holistic wellness includes exercise classes, yoga, educational classes, and religious services. Our residents love amenities like:
- Activity center
- Game room
- Library
- Fitness center and therapy gym (independent living)
- Chapel
Our compassionate staff is dedicated to helping you engage in the activities that best support your wellness goals.
Impressions Housekeeping and Maintenance
Housekeeping and home maintenance can pose risks for seniors, from musculoskeletal injuries to slipping and falling. Residents of The Forum at Memorial Woods don't need to worry about tasks like cleaning, laundry, and home maintenance. These services are included as part of our commitment to a safe and hassle-free lifestyle.
You can expect excellence from our housekeeping staff and prompt attention to any maintenance concerns.
Expressions Concierge
Concierge services at The Forum at Memorial Woods help ensure our residents have a stress-free lifestyle. Our concierge can help with a range of tasks, like:
- Scheduling appointments
- Arranging transportation
- Making restaurant reservations
They can also make personalized recommendations based on your interests and preferences. If you're looking for suggestions of a new restaurant to try or what to do for a fun outing with your family, the concierge will offer useful insights and guidance.
Getting the Right Level of Care
The Forum at Memorial Woods is a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care support. This gives our residents flexibility as their care needs change over time.
You can stay in your familiar community while receiving the level of support you need. This helps you maintain your social connections and promotes better emotional health. We can accommodate couples with different care needs, which gives you and your partner peace of mind.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are CCRCs Worth the Money?
A continuing care retirement community (CCRC) is well worth the money for most seniors. CCRCs like The Forum at Memorial Woods are designed to allow residents to move from independent living to assisted living and memory care as they gradually need more support. It's an investment in your security and peace of mind to know you won't be forced to move as your needs evolve.
When to Move from Independent to Assisted Living?
When an older adult begins to need regular help with their activities of daily living, like eating, bathing, or taking medication, they should transition from independent to assisted living.
Independent living at The Forum at Memorial Woods is designed for older adults who can manage their own personal care and medical needs but are looking for a maintenance-free lifestyle. Independent living communities provide dining options, housekeeping, and maintenance services as well as an engaging calendar of activities.
Seniors who need more support with activities of daily living can benefit from assisted living care. Residents enjoy a range of amenities to maintain as much independence as possible. Our dedicated health and wellness team helps ensure each resident gets the personalized support they need.
What Is the Best Age to Move to Assisted Living?
The best time to move to an assisted living community depends on your health needs. Assisted living services include support for daily tasks, providing security and peace of mind for seniors and their families. High-quality communities like The Forum at Memorial Woods can have a waiting list for new residents, so you can reduce stress by starting the process before you think you need it.
The Best Retirement Lifestyle in Houston, TX
The Forum at Memorial Woods provides assisted and independent care as well as memory care support that measurably improve our residents' quality of life. You'll benefit from our exclusive lifestyle programs that are designed to promote your overall wellness throughout your retirement years.
Schedule a tour of the Forum at Memorial Woods today to experience the difference our thoughtful, personalized care can make.