A state of the art community that is committed to a philosophy of excellence in service to our residents and providing an environment that will support them and there remaining cognitive abilities. It is our goal to enhance our resident's functioning, accommodate their behavior changes, provide them with safety and encourage independence.

• The staff is specially trained to work with this unique segment of our population.
• Specialized daily activities will promote positive purpose in an environment that is designed to avoid confusion, stress and aggravation for our residents.
• Walking in our courtyard provides our residents with the opportunity to be outside in a safe, serene and secure setting.
• Nutritionally balanced meals and snacks will be provided in a fashion that is appropriate for the residents' individual needs.
• Family is encouraged to be a part of the residents life, participating in activities, group meetings and meals.
• No "Buy-In" or long -term lease
• Personalized service plans that are designed for each individual resident.

• The Carriage House and the Chestnut Cottage at The Elms have been recognized as the premier communities in the country dedicated to serving those with early Alzheimer’s and other dementia’s.
• A specialized staff of trained Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants, Resident Care Providers and Master Trainers in the field of Alzheimer’s care insure that our residents receive the care and services they need and deserve daily.
• A small population of residents in both communities results in a staffing ratio that insures the proper execution of the individual service plans that are designed for each resident.
• Specialized daily activities promote positive purpose in an environment that is designed to avoid confusion, stress and aggravation.
• The Chestnut Cottage and the Carriage House at The Elms encourages the family to be part of the resident’s life. Loved ones and friends are welcomed to participate in activities, group meetings and even meals if they wish.
• The Chestnut Cottage and the Carriage House are state of the art communities that are committed to the philosophy of excellence in service to our residents and their families.

December 2010 -- Elms gives Pfizer scientists a personal look at Alzheimer's
By EMILY DUPUIS / Sun Staff Writer
They're on the frontlines of the fight to cure Alzheimer's disease.

But a recent visit to the Carriage House at the Elms and Chestnut Cottage provided several area scientists with their first up-close glimpses of the brain disorder that has afflicted some 5.3 million Americans. Click to read full story on TheWesterlySun.com

June 2010 -- The Chestnut Cottage, the second dedicated community for the care of those with Alzheimer’s and other memory impairments in the region has opened its door on The Elms Campus in Westerly. “In 2001 we opened the Carriage House, our first Alzheimer’s community, and we have had a waiting list for the last eight years” stated Elms’ President Guy Maiorano. “Since that time we have been recognized nationally for our work with this special population.” The Chestnut Cottage will accommodate a population of 30 residents in an environment that is dedicated to enhancing their remaining cognitive abilities. “The need for the “Cottage” has always been there,” said Bob Elmer, the community’s Administrator. “A year ago when it was announced that we were going to break ground, I received a call from a family to put their loved one on our waiting list. This third community will expand our campus to accommodate 75 independent and assisted living residents at The Elms, 25 residents with memory impairment in our Carriage House and now another 30 residents at our new Chestnut Cottage.” Elmer went on to say.

Prior to officially opening its doors, nearly 50% of the Chestnut Cottage rooms had been reserved confirming the need in our area for the new community. “Even if their loved one doesn’t join us, many families call us for direction as they try to navigate this path with a loved one. We’re very proud to be seen as a valued community resource said Elmer.”