Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care
Dementia is a general term for loss of memory, language, problem-solving and other thinking abilities that are severe enough to interfere with daily life. Alzheimer’s is the most common cause of dementia.
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Overview
Dementia is caused by damage to brain cells. This damage interferes with the ability of brain cells to communicate with each other. When brain cells cannot communicate normally, thinking, behavior and feelings can be affected.
The brain has many distinct regions, each of which is responsible for different functions (for example, memory, judgment and movement). When cells in a particular region are damaged, that region cannot carry out its functions normally.
Different types of dementia are associated with particular types of brain cell damage in particular regions of the brain. For example, in Alzheimer’s disease, high levels of certain proteins inside and outside brain cells make it hard for brain cells to stay healthy and to communicate with each other. The brain region called the hippocampus is the center of learning and memory in the brain, and the brain cells in this region are often the first to be damaged. That’s why memory loss is often one of the earliest symptoms of Alzheimer’s
Overview
Dementia is caused by damage to brain cells. This damage interferes with the ability of brain cells to communicate with each other. When brain cells cannot communicate normally, thinking, behavior and feelings can be affected.
The brain has many distinct regions, each of which is responsible for different functions (for example, memory, judgment and movement). When cells in a particular region are damaged, that region cannot carry out its functions normally.
Benefits
A person with dementia might become agitated when once-simple tasks become difficult. To limit challenges and ease frustration we care by helping to manage the following:
- Schedule wisely. Establishing a daily routine. Some tasks, such as bathing or medical appointments, are easier when the person is most alert and refreshed.
- Take your time. Anticipate that tasks may take longer than they used to and schedule more time for them.
- Involve the person. Allow the person with dementia to do as much as possible with the least amount of assistance. For example, he or she might be able to set the table with the help of visual cues or dress independently if you lay out clothes in the order they go on.
- Provide choices. Provide some, but not too many, choices every day. For example, provide two outfits to choose from, ask if he or she prefers a hot or cold beverage.
- Provide simple instructions. People with dementia best understand clear, one-step communication.
- Limit napping. Avoid multiple or prolonged naps during the day. This can minimize the risk of getting days and nights reversed.
- Reduce distractions. Turn off the TV and minimize other distractions at mealtime and during conversations to make it easier for the person with dementia to focus.
Benefits
A person with dementia might become agitated when once-simple tasks become difficult. To limit challenges and ease frustration we care by helping to manage the following:
- Schedule wisely
- Take your time
- Involve the person
- Provide choices
- Provide simple instructions
- Limit napping
- Reduce distractions
Dementia Care Covers;
Personal Care
Companionship
Cooking and Meal Planning
Medication Management
Washing and Dressing
Arranging Appointments
Housework
Social Activities
Walks and light activities
Personal Care
Medication Management
Companionship
Arranging Appointments
Social Activities
Washing and Dressing
Cooking and Meal Planning
Walks and light activities
Housework
Getting Started is Easy
Dementia Caregiving
Dementia symptoms can vary day to day or moment to moment, it’s not easy to pinpoint when it’s time for memory care. There are several tell-tale warning signs it’s time for memory care looks for during patient visits — red flags that Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia may be a concern. “Looking at someone, you can sometimes see they’re not as tidily dressed, their hair’s disheveled, or they’ve lost significant weight because they forgot to eat,” he says. If a senior seems agitated, lost, or can’t carry on a conversation, those are concerning signs. From there, doctors may ask questions about a senior’s day-to-day life, or perform a brief mental status exam.
Bringing up safety concerns is an important way to make family members aware of dementia behaviors. They may ask relatives or caregivers if:
- Their elderly loved one is leaving burners or appliances on after cooking
- A pet is being cared for properly
- There have been any emergency room visits
- Their aging parent has any bruises they can’t explain or don’t remember getting
- Wandering or getting lost has put their loved one in dangerous situations
Ask yourself if your senior family member’s safety needs are being met, or if they could use extra help to avoid dangerous situations.
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We schedule an appointment (virtual or in-person) to go over your unique needs and match them with our best services to fulfil your requirements.
Caregiving Starts
Once we match our services to your unique needs, our services kick off within 24 to 48 hours
Dementia Caregiving
Dementia symptoms can vary day to day or moment to moment, it’s not easy to pinpoint when it’s time for memory care. There are several tell-tale warning signs it’s time for memory care looks for during patient visits — red flags that Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia may be a concern.
Bringing up safety concerns is an important way to make family members aware of dementia behaviors. They may ask relatives or caregivers if:
- Their elderly loved one is leaving burners or appliances on after cooking
- A pet is being cared for properly
- There have been any emergency room visits
- Their aging parent has any bruises they can’t explain or don’t remember getting
- Wandering or getting lost has put their loved one in dangerous situations
Getting Started is Easy
Contact US
We are a call/message away.
Schedule Appointment
We schedule an appointment (virtual or in-person) to go over your unique needs.
Caregiving Starts
Our services start as early as within 24 to 48 hours