I am always delighted when the opportunity arises to introduce a client and their family to English Rose Suites. The staff is warm and welcoming ensuring every detail of a resident’s life is attended to in a personal manner. I know in my heart that the elder will receive quality, loving care allowing their family to focus their attention on their relationship with their loved one. ~Deborah Dolan
Gerontologist & Care Manager

Family Support

Helping Families Support Their Loved One

"Call it a clan, call it a network, call it a tribe, call it a family. Whatever you call it, whoever you are... you need one."~Jane Howard

Alzheimer's disease presents an extremely difficult journey for families.

Watching someone who nurtured you, loved you and comforted you become unable to complete a single thought or sentence can be devastating. Those of us caring for residents with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias also must care for the families of residents and caring for the minds and spirits of both.

For the resident to be successful and staff to partner with families, we strongly encourage our family members to provide their loved one's Personal Narrative. The Personal Narrative includes the resident's family history, work history, personal relationships and important documents and letters that hold significant meaning --- materials that capture the essence of who that person was and is. The Personal Narrative provides wonderful opportunities for staff, families and volunteers to reminisce. The chance for real engagement and validation is felt each time the Personal Narrative is incorporated.

"I can see the look of relief on family members’ faces when they know they’ve made the right decision for their loved one. They know they can return to being the daughter or son rather than a caregiver."

~ Catherine Clairmont (Director of Marketing & Public Relations, with English Rose Suites since 2002)

"My job is to inspire the highest standards for the team."

~ Jayne Clairmont (Owner - Operator, with English Rose Suites since 1999)

"We gently get the opportunity to love the residents throughout the day."

~ Kathy Ericksen (Team Mentor, with English Rose Suites since 2000)

"The residents put a smile on my face everyday. They help me to see that life is full of adventures no matter what age you are."

~ Katie Rinehimer (Quality of Life Coordinator, with English Rose Suites since 2003)

"My residents at English Rose Suites are family. I take them home with me in my heart and mind every day when I leave."

~ Rachelle Lavalier (Team Mentor, with English Rose Suites since 2009)

"My children have grown up with our residents."

~ Silvia Barrios (Home Services Coordinator, with English Rose Suites since 2001)

"This has been my extended family for over 10 years."

~ Sue Fisher (Caregiver, with English Rose Suites since 2000)

"I know I am making a difference when each resident finds joy in their day and I can see them smile and feel safe."

~ Tiffany Gomez (Administrator, with English Rose Suites since 2003)

"My philosophy is that you can never communicate too much. I enjoy creating a team with the family and the care staff that works together to determine the best path for an individual. I love that it's not a job; I'm on 24/7, and every one of us is so devoted to our residents."

~ Vicki Martini (Vice President of Operations, with English Rose Suites since 2002)

English Rose Suites • 1708 Pondview Terrace • Wayzata, MN 55391 • Phone: (952) 983-0412 • Inquiries: (612) 250-4497

Changing the Landscape of Memory Care Forever

Family Support

Helping Families Support Their Loved One