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Benesse Style Care's New Location in Tohoku

Benesse Style Care, headquartered in Shinjuku, Tokyo, is excited to announce the launch of its first paid senior home in the Tohoku region, named 'Rehabilitation Home Bonsaijyo Saien'. This facility is set to officially open on May 1, 2025, in Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture, located at 1-2-20 Saien. This marks a significant milestone in Benesse's commitment to providing quality care, as the company celebrates 30 years of operating in the elder care sector since its inception in 1995. Currently, Benesse operates around 360 senior care facilities across major urban areas including Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, and Sendai.

To commemorate this opening, Benesse will host a special seminar focused on dementia awareness, tailored for seniors and their families. The event will take place on April 29, 2025, at the Iwate Educational Hall, featuring Professor Tetsuya Maeda from Iwate Medical University as the keynote speaker. The seminar, titled 'Learning and Understanding Dementia - For Yourself and Your Loved Ones', will last approximately 60 minutes and aims to provide essential insights into dementia, including information about early treatment options facilitated by the introduction of new medications.

Event Details

• - Date and Time: April 29, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM (Doors open at 1:30 PM)
• - Venue: 2nd Floor Multipurpose Hall, Iwate Educational Hall, 1-1-16 Oodori, Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture
• - Cost: Free (Reservations required, limited to 150 participants)
• - Reservation & Inquiries: Call 0120-02-3715, available daily from 9 AM to 6 PM

After the seminar, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a preview tour of the new facility, 'Rehabilitation Home Bonsaijyo Saien'.

Benesse Style Care prides itself on using its three decades of experience in the care industry to provide services that resonate with each resident’s unique lifestyle, emphasizing the importance of enhancing quality of life (QOL). The company's objective is to foster a community where seniors, including those requiring care due to dementia or other health conditions, can continue to live comfortably and securely in their familiar environments.

Home Features

• - Opening Date: Expected on May 1, 2025
• - Location: 1-2-20 Saien, Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture
• - Accessibility: A 14-minute walk (approximately 1,090 meters) from JR Morioka Station, A1 Exit
• - Building Structure: A six-story reinforced concrete building with an area of 1,052.05 m² and a total floor area of 3,597.31 m²
• - Room Accommodations: 71 individual rooms with a maximum capacity of 86 residents
• - Entry Requirements: Residents must be aged 65 or older at the time of contract and can be independent, semi-independent, or require care

Living Costs

Various plans are available, including an entrance fee-based plan with costs ranging from 1.808 million to 32.38 million yen (tax-free), and monthly fees starting from 162,600 yen to 702,140 yen (including tax). A monthly payment option is also available with rates ranging from 329,400 yen to 977,140 yen.

Supporting Services

The facility will feature:

• - On-site rehabilitation instructors who will create personalized therapy plans
• - Circuit training sessions featuring strength exercises and aerobic workouts in small groups
• - 24/7 support staff and daytime nursing provisions
• - Individual rooms equipped with a range of amenities including nursing call systems, care beds, bathrooms, and kitchenettes in select rooms
• - Shared spaces such as a rehabilitation area and open-concept dining room where residents can gather
• - Themed seasonal meals prepared on-site, accommodating dietary restrictions

Technology integration will also enhance resident experiences, featuring solutions such as sleep sensors, AI-driven support systems, a medication verification system using facial recognition, and local medical collaboration tools.

In summary, the opening of 'Rehabilitation Home Bonsaijyo Saien' is not only a stride towards providing exceptional elderly care but also represents a community commitment to nurturing a society where seniors can thrive.

For more information about Benesse Style Care’s facilities and services, visit their official website.

Official Benesse Style Care Group
Official Benesse Style Care