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10/20/2026

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗢𝗻𝗲?
#𝟯 𝗼𝗻 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁
*Sourced from …
US News and World Report (www.usnews.com)
Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (www.alzfdn.org)
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗿𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁
𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱𝘀
Family members often try to care for a loved one who needs assistance at home, but as their needs become unmanageable, they realize that an assisted living facility would be best. How do you determine the best facility? In our previous two episodes, we discussed size and staffing ratios. In this episode, we’ll discuss your loved one’s care needs.
Customized Care from Tore’s Home
Low staffing ratios mean each of our caregivers works with only a limited number of residents, allowing more time with each resident which results in knowing our residents better. This personalized approach typically leads to the following:
- Better communication between staff, residents and residents loved ones.
- Faster identification of Resident’s increased needs such as
o Grooming
o Dressing
o Toileting
o Changing ambulation status
o Eating status and more
At Tore’s Home, our team works closely with residents, their families and outside care agencies typically covered by Medicare to develop a personalized approach that addresses daily routines, medical needs, mobility, and comfort. The right assisted living community should offer not only dependable care but also an environment where your loved one feels secure, respected, and at home.
Ultimately, choosing an assisted living memory care arrangement should be based on the individual’s needs and preferences. Find the best assisted living and memory care facility for your loved one. Call Tore’s Home today for more information.
Call Tore’s Home for a Free, No-Obligation consultation.
(828) 884-5007
Tore’s Home Programs
• Assisted Living
• Independent Living
• Alzheimer’s/Memory Care
• Respite Care
• Extended Care
• End-of-Life Care
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09/14/2026

How Do You Determine the Best Assisted Living Memory Care Facility for Your Loved One?

This Checklist Could Help

Finding the right memory care facility for your loved one can be confusing. To make the selection process easier, Tore’s Home has created a checklist based on information from the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America and US News and World Report.
Last week, the first consideration on the checklist was size, with smaller homes often less confusing and stressful for individuals with memory issues. This week’s second item on the checklist is staffing ratios.

Checklist Item #2:
Staffing Ratios

What Are the Staffing Ratios?
• Individualized care is essential for supporting people with memory-related conditions. In smaller residential settings, such as Tore’s Home, caregivers can closely monitor residents and respond promptly to behavioral changes, including wandering.
• At Tore’s Home, each caregiver is responsible for only 6 residents.
This lower caregiver-to-resident ratio supports more consistent monitoring and personalized care.
Smaller Ratios Can Mean Better Care
When evaluating a facility, consider whether the environment fosters a sense of loving care for each resident. Sometimes, smaller staffing ratios can equate to better care, and smaller, true home-like facilities to a lifestyle reminiscent of the way life used to be for our residents. Many of our memory care residents will refer to our facilities as home.
Ultimately, choosing an assisted living memory care arrangement should depend on the individual’s needs and preferences.
Find the Best Memory Care Facility for Your Loved One
Call Tore’s Home for a Free, No-Obligation consultation.
(828) 884-5007
Tore’s Home Programs
• Assisted Living
• Independent Living
• Alzheimer’s/Memory Care
• Respite Care
• Extended Care
• End-of-Life Care
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08/27/2026

How Do You Determine the Best Assisted Living Facility for Your Loved One?
Here Is Your Checklist
*Sourced from …
US News and World Report (www.usnews.com)
Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (www.alzfdn.org)
Is Your Loved One Having Memory Care Issues?
You’ve been taking care of your loved one for a while. His or her memory loss is beginning to exceed your ability to care at home. How do you find the best assisted living memory care facility for your loved one?
What Should You Do?
In this five-part series, we will examine the questions to ask a memory care facility to find the best fit for your loved one. From the size of the facility to staffing ratios to safety and security protocols, each episode will include a checklist to make your evaluation easier.
Start Early Before It Worsens
Finding the right memory care facility for your loved one can take time. Try to start early, before your loved one’s condition progresses. Waiting until the disease worsens will add more stress, not only to your life but also to your loved one’s.
The First on Your Checklist
The Size
What is the Size of the Facility?
Our first episode begins with the facility's size. Is the facility too large for your loved one to feel comfortable? If you tour the facility, is it easy to navigate? Is it noisy, and does it feel too busy?
When evaluating a facility, consider whether the environment fosters a sense of belonging and safety. Sometimes, a smaller or quieter space can make it easier for residents to connect with others and settle into a routine.
These factors play a crucial role in your loved one's overall comfort and adjustment to their new surroundings.
Studies are beginning to show that quieter, smaller facilities, like those at Tore’s Home, may be better for people with memory loss than larger facilities that can be noisier and seem overwhelming.
Ultimately, choosing an assisted living memory care arrangement should depend on the individual’s needs and preferences.
Find the Best Memory Care Facility for Your Loved One
Call Tore’s Home for a Free, No-Obligation consultation.
(828) 884-5007
Tore’s Home Programs
• Assisted Living
• Independent Living
• Alzheimer’s/Memory Care
• Respite Care
• Extended Care
• End-of-Life Care
Come Home to Tore’s Home

08/17/2026

𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗲𝗿 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗟𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗿 𝗢𝗻𝗲𝘀?
𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗺𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗯𝗲 𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗱.
𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗿 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀, 𝗕𝗶𝗴𝗴𝗲𝗿 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁𝘀
According to some recent studies, residents in smaller, home-like facilities report greater happiness and lower anxiety. Lower anxiety can be important among those with dementia.
*Why Small Residential Assisted Living Homes Are the Future of Senior Care, Andrea Ameen, 3/31/25
Research also indicates that residents in smaller, home-like assisted living facilities have improved emotional health and increased social interaction compared to those in larger, institutional settings.
The Reasons Are Simple
An important aspect is ensuring higher staff-to-resident ratios. In bigger facilities, one staff member might care for 20 or more residents.
Meanwhile, smaller homes such as Tore’s Home have just 6 to 12 residents per caregiver. This reduced ratio allows caregivers to dedicate more time to each resident and better address their specific needs.
Ultimately, choosing an assisted living memory care arrangement should depend on the individual’s needs and preferences.
Learn Why Smaller May Be Better
Call Tore’s Home for a Free, No-Obligation consultation.
(828) 884-5007
Tore’s Home Programs
• Assisted Living
• Independent Living
• Alzheimer’s/Memory Care
• Respite Care
• Extended Care
• End-of-Life Care

08/04/2026

𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗝𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗦𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀 𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗧𝗼𝗿𝗲’𝘀 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲…
𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗗𝗼𝗴 𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗧𝗼𝗼
Have your favorite furry friend pack his bag (or hers) too, because many of our rooms at Flat Rock are equipped with dedicated "doggie doors" that provide pets with seamless access to outdoor spaces.
This intentionally designed feature enhances the convenience for your “little friend” while also ensuring safety for animals moving between interior and exterior environments.
*Certain conditions apply.
Dogs Improve Mood and More
Studies show that small dogs in assisted living facilities improve residents' moods, decrease depression, and lower stress hormones.
At Tore’s Home, we’re reframing the way others think about aging and are working to improve the lives of every resident in our homes.
Ultimately, choosing an assisted living or memory care facility should depend on the individual’s needs and preferences.
Learn Why Smaller May Be Better
Call us for a Free, No-Obligation consultation.
(828) 884-5007
Tore’s Home Programs

07/28/2026

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗙𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗠𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗮 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗲𝗿
𝗔 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗧𝗼𝗿𝗲’𝘀 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲
𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴
Tore’s Home promotes a fresh perspective on aging, that we should reframe how we look at age.
Rather than seeing aging as a period of decline or resignation, Tore’s Home believes it presents opportunities for growth, fulfilment, and new experiences.
The Joy of Fishing
One example was fishing. Several of our residents missed fishing, so our team organized a fishing trip near Rosman. Our caregivers were there to help them fish safely and comfortably.
Once a resident caught a fish, the other residents in the group became excited.
One of the advantages of smaller homes like those of Tore’s Home (6 to 12 residents per home) is that caregivers have the time to listen to the needs and wishes of each resident.
Ultimately, choosing an assisted living or memory care facility should depend on the individual’s needs and preferences.
Bring your loved one’s personal activity request to us. Don’t assume we can’t accommodate you.
Learn Why Smaller May Be Better
Call us for a Free, No-Obligation consultation.
(828) 884-5007
Tore’s Home Programs
• Assisted Living
• Independent Living
• Alzheimer’s/Memory Care
• Respite Care
• Extended Care
• End-of-Life Care

07/20/2026

A true story from Tore’s Home
𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗕𝗲𝗮𝗻𝘀, 𝗧𝗼𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗲𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮 𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁
Sometimes it takes more than conventional care assistance to make a resident happy. Take the case of a Tore’s Home assisted living resident. It takes listening to the resident’s needs and customizing care appropriate for them.
Take the case of a Tore’s Home assisted living resident.
A few years ago, one of our caregivers took the time to learn that a resident missed gardening every day.
So, Tore’s Home set aside a small area of ground behind one of our homes and built a raised garden so non-ambulatory residents could access the garden too.
The resident started planting beans, tomatoes, and other vegetables and cared for them every day. Her happiness grew, just like her vegetables in her garden.
Because the homes at Tore’s Home are small and accommodate only six to 12 residents per home, caregivers can provide customized care.
Ultimately, choosing an assisted living or memory care facility should depend on the individual’s needs and preferences.
Bring your loved one’s personal activity request to us. Don’t assume we can’t accommodate you.
Learn Why Smaller May Be Better
Call us for a Free, No-Obligation consultation.
(828) 884-5007
Tore’s Home Programs
• Assisted Living
• Independent Living
• Alzheimer’s/Memory Care
• Respite Care
• Extended Care
• End-of-Life Care

07/12/2026

Episode 2

𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗮𝗻 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗪𝗮𝘀 𝗣𝗮𝗿 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲
𝗔 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗰𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗧𝗼𝗿𝗲’𝘀 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲
Several years ago, a resident who had been an avid golfer became depressed because she was unable to play golf anymore.
So, Tore’s Home built a mini golf course in its gated area specifically for this resident, allowing her to spend time on the course each day.
She was elated.
Because the homes at Tore’s Home are small and accommodate only six to 12 residents per home, caregivers are able to provide customized care.
Ultimately, choosing an assisted living or memory care facility should depend on the individual’s needs and preferences.
Bring your loved one’s personal activity request to us. Don’t assume we can’t accommodate you.
Learn Why Smaller May Be Better
Call us for a Free, No-Obligation consultation.
(828) 884-5007

07/05/2026

Episode 1
What Firewood and Memory Care Have in Common
A Story of How Tore’s Home Customizes Care for Memory Care and Assisted Living Residents
Because our facilities are small, Tore’s Home can tailor care to each resident. Several years ago, a resident exhibited significant agitation and wanted to engage in outdoor work.
After consulting with the family, it was learned that he enjoyed stacking firewood.
So, Tore’s Home had a cord of firewood delivered within the gated area, allowing the resident to spend time outdoors stacking firewood every day.
From that day on, the resident’s agitation noticeably diminished.
Ultimately, choosing an assisted living memory care facility should depend on the individual’s needs and preferences.
Bring your loved one’s personal request. Don’t assume we can’t accommodate you.
Learn Why Smaller May Be Better
Call us for a Free, No-Obligation consultation.
(828) 884-5007
Tore’s Home Programs
• Assisted Living
• Independent Living
• Alzheimer’s/Memory Care
• Respite Care
• Extended Care
• End-of-Life Care
Come Home to Tore’s Home
(828} 884-5007

07/04/2026