Heartis Mid Cities
SOAR Memory Care
SOAR Memory Care Program in Bedford, TX
When a loved one is living with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, families deserve more than a care program that manages symptoms. They deserve one that truly knows the person. SOAR is a proprietary memory care program developed by The Aspenwood Company and available exclusively at Aspenwood Company communities like Heartis Mid Cities in Bedford.
The program is built around the belief that every resident’s story deserves to be known, honored, and carried forward each day.
How SOAR Is Different From Standard Memory Care
Most memory care communities offer safety, supervision, and activities. What distinguishes SOAR is the depth of personalization and the purpose-driven methodology that shapes the resident experience. At Heartis Mid Cities in Bedford, memory care is a neighborhood, not a unit or a wing. Team members receive specialized dementia education and ongoing training, and the culture is built around one principle: earning trust through patience, consistency, and genuine relationships.
Studies show that dedicated memory care communities make a measurable difference: a peer-reviewed study published in the Alzheimer’s & Dementia® journal found that residents with dementia in specialized memory care settings were 29% less likely to transition to a long-term nursing home stay compared to those in general assisted living.
Families who tour consistently say the same thing — it’s not the beautifully appointed spaces that win them over. It’s the people, and the feeling of the place the moment they walk in.
How Can SOAR Memory Care Benefit Your Loved One?
Most memory care programs are built around what a resident needs help with. SOAR is built around who they are. The four pillars below shape every care decision, daily interaction, and Life Enrichment experience your loved one receives, ensuring their individuality is never lost to their diagnosis.
How SOAR Reimagines the Memory Care Experience
Support
Purposeful engagement that actively supports cognitive function, creative expression, and lifelong learning.
Optimize
Personalized care plans built dynamically around each resident’s physical, emotional, and social well-being.
Advocate
Deep knowledge of each resident’s personal life story, traditions, and preferences used to guide every single interaction.
Reimagine
Celebrating meaningful daily moments while helping residents continue to experience real purpose, connection, and joy.
How SOAR Personalizes Memory Care
Before move-in, our team works closely with families to build a personal profile for every resident. This becomes the foundation of every care decision, Life Enrichment experience, and daily interaction your loved one will have in our community.
What We Learn Before Day One
- Life experiences and career accomplishments
- Family relationships and traditions
- Favorite foods, music, and daily routines
- Personal preferences, hobbies, and cultural background
- Individual strengths and abilities
The information we gather becomes the lens through which we address each of the six dimensions of well-being that define the SOAR experience.
The Six Dimensions of Well-Being
SOAR addresses memory care across six dimensions, ensuring care goes beyond the clinical and into the fully human.
01. Sensory Stimulation
Music, art, and hands-on sensory experiences awaken memory, spark creativity, and keep residents connected to the world around them.
02. Physical & Emotional Wellness
Movement, fitness, and evidence-based wellness practices are woven into daily routines that build confidence and support the whole body.
03. Social & Interpersonal Wellness
Life enrichment programs, shared meals, and community celebrations nurture the friendships and connections that make each day feel meaningful.
04. Spiritual Connection
Residents are supported in the traditions, beliefs, and quiet moments of reflection that bring comfort, peace, and a sense of belonging.
05. Personal History & Identity
Life stories, career accomplishments, and family traditions shape every interaction, so each resident is known for who they are, not their diagnosis.
06. Purposeful Moments
From a favorite song to a familiar recipe, small daily experiences are designed to spark joy, comfort, and a continued sense of purpose.
Daily Life Inside The Memory Care Neighborhood
Daily life inside the Parcside Memory Care neighborhood at Heartis Mid Cities is designed to feel purposeful and familiar, not clinical.
Chef-Inspired Dining
Mediterranean-inspired menus featuring fresh ingredients, lean proteins, and healthy fats are served in a warm, social dining setting. Mealtimes are a daily ritual, not just nutrition.
Movement & Fitness
Walking clubs, chair fitness, balance exercises, stretching, and dance and music movement are woven into each day — designed to be enjoyable and confidence-building, not just functional.
Enrichment Programming
Brain fitness exercises, Passport to Adventure cultural experiences, creative expression, reminiscence experiences, and community celebrations keep residents engaged and connected to the world around them.
How SOAR Supports Families
A dementia diagnosis reshapes the entire family. SOAR recognizes that, and families at Heartis Mid Cities are welcomed as genuine partners in their loved one’s care.
Families are supported through:
- Regular communication and care conferences
- Educational events and support groups
- Community celebrations and family gathering spaces
- Real-time insights through care technology that monitors wellness patterns while preserving resident dignity
You won’t be handed updates when you ask for them. You’ll be part of the conversation from the start.
Frequently Asked Questions About
SOAR Memory Care
What does SOAR stand for?
SOAR stands for Support, Optimize, Advocate, and Reimagine. These four pillars guide every interaction, care plan, and Life Enrichment experience inside the Memory Care neighborhood at Heartis Mid Cities.
Is the SOAR program available at other communities?
SOAR is a proprietary program developed exclusively by The Aspenwood Company. It is available only at Aspenwood Company communities, including Heartis Mid Cities in Bedford, TX.
How do I know when it’s time for memory care?
Most families wait longer than they need to — and that’s understandable. Clearer signs that home care may no longer be enough include consistent safety incidents or wandering, significant changes in sleep or daily routines, difficulty managing personal care even with help, and caregiver exhaustion that has become unsustainable.
Does Medicare cover memory care?
Medicare generally does not cover long-term memory care in an assisted living community. The ongoing cost of a dedicated memory care neighborhood is typically a private-pay expense. Long-term care insurance, veterans benefits, and personal assets are the most common funding sources. Our team is happy to walk you through what to expect.
What should I look for when touring a memory care community?
Beyond the physical environment, watch how team members interact with residents when they don’t think anyone is watching. Do they know residents by name? Ask how the community handles a difficult day. Ask about staff training. Those answers will tell you more than any amenity list. Our Memory Care neighborhood is always open for tours and we welcome the harder questions.