Transitioning your loved one from their own home and independence can be a very challenging time. During this time, many factors can weigh on a family as they work to decide the best path. Here are the three biggest challenges to any family facing this decision. Level of Care The first biggest challenge is determining […]
We can all be forgetful, but how do you know when it’s time to start having discussions about the possibility of Alzheimer’s or dementia? Your loved one’s needs will change as they progress in their later years, and even more drastically so if they are struggling with early-stage dementia or Alzheimer’s. The state of their […]
As their memory continues to fail, those suffering with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia will find it increasingly difficult to function and live independently. Each new day can being new challenges, and as circumstances continue to worsted, it’s more than likely that your loved one will require round the clock professional care. Alzheimer’s and […]
Memory Care and Assisted Living professionals are exerts at dealing with those suffering from Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Not only do they provide round the clock help with dressing, toileting, personal hygiene and all aspect of resident care, they have become skilled at the art of successfully communicating with those placed in their […]
Assessing Early Stage Dementia Care Needs: If your loved one is living independently with early stage dementia or Alzheimer’s you will need to assess their changing care needs on a regular basis. Listed below are things to look for each time you visit their home. ü Is your loved one eating regular nutritious meals? ü […]
Without question caring for a loved one with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease is an ongoing challenge. In home caregivers, in addition to providing care like medication management, bathing, feeding and dressing, are also responsible for finding engaging activities to keep their loved one active, mentally challenged and to prevent boredom. Whether it’s a hobby or […]
To help eliminate the spread of the coronavirus among senior residence, Nursing Homes, Senior Care Facilities and Assisted Living Communities are strictly adhering to CDC recommendations by restricting all visitors, volunteers, and nonessential personnel from entering their building. They have also cancelled most group activities and eliminated communal dining. Seniors with memory issues like Alzheimer’s […]
If your loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or dementia and needs more care than you can provide at home, it’s time to consider a round the clock, professional memory care community. These memory care communities offer improved quality of life for residents and peace of mind for friends and family. Memory care communities are […]
We all know that a challenged brain is a happy brain, and an active body is a healthy body. That why Assisted Living facilities are so beneficial to the overall physical and mental health of their senior residence. Staffed with professional caregivers these senior care facilities provide physical and metal exercises, games and activities designed […]
It should be expected that those suffering with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia may experience increasing problems with verbal communications. They can regularly experience problems finding the right words, remembering names, events and places. Those suffering from these conditions can easily become confused, frustrated and angry as they try to communicate with family and […]
