As Alzheimer’s disease progresses, seniors may feel less safe and comfortable as they age in place. Frustration and other emotional reactions are common. Family caregivers often become more frustrated as well, making caregiving more challenging. Finding the right solution means that seniors with Alzheimer’s disease are safer, healthier, and happier. It also means that family caregivers can learn more about Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s care providers can offer the compassionate care that families need, but when is it time to consider this option?

Increasing Disorientation or Memory Issues

Forgetfulness and disorientation are common with Alzheimer’s disease. This might include getting lost in familiar places, forgetting how to do regular daily activities, or experiencing difficulties with time and day. As Alzheimer’s disease gets worse, these symptoms also worsen. Alzheimer’s care providers can support seniors with their memory issues, help with structured routines, and offer gentle reminders.

Mood Changes

Alzheimer’s disease can bring with it a lot of different feelings, like sadness, anxiety, and frustration. The cognitive changes with Alzheimer’s disease are scary and it’s difficult not to know when things are going to change even more. When seniors experience more frequent or more severe mood swings, it might be time for additional help. Professional home care providers who have experience helping Alzheimer’s patients know how to respond compassionately and offer comfort that seniors find soothing.

Isolation

Seniors living with Alzheimer’s disease may withdraw from social events or feel uncomfortable interacting with other people as the illness progresses. But meaningful connections with other people are so important for seniors to maintain emotional wellness. Alzheimer’s care providers can offer companionship, engage in activities with Alzheimer’s patients, and keep seniors engaged in the world around them.

Trouble with Daily Activities

Many people with Alzheimer’s disease can keep up with daily activities for a lot longer than they might expect. They can experience reassurance and calmer feelings when they can take care of daily activities, even with help. This often happens when they have solid daily routines that help them flow from one activity to another. It also helps when seniors with Alzheimer’s disease have a support system, including family members and Alzheimer’s care providers, to make daily tasks easier.

Increased Worries About Safety

The cognitive changes that come with Alzheimer’s disease can cause some increased concerns about safety issues. Wandering, having trouble using appliances, or experiencing more frequent falls are big warning signs that seniors with Alzheimer’s disease need more care and supervision. Alzheimer’s care providers have experience spotting safety risks and creating a safe and supportive environment for them. They can help family caregivers learn more about what to do to keep seniors with Alzheimer’s safer and happier as they age in place.

Choosing to get support from Alzheimer’s care providers doesn’t mean that family caregivers are stepping back or not doing what they need to do for the seniors they love. Instead it means that they’re increasing the support options available to keep seniors with Alzheimer’s disease safer and happier. With professional guidance, families can do more to take the best possible care of the seniors they love.

If you or an aging loved one are considering Alzheimer’s care in The Heights, TX for an aging loved one, please call the caring staff at At Your Side Home Care. We will answer all of your senior care questions. Call today: (713) 231-5640.

At Your Side Home Care, provides exceptional home care assistance for seniors and families in Houston, West Houston, Katy, Memorial, The Heights, Spring Valley, Garden Oaks, Hunters Creek, River Oaks, Hilshire Village, Galleria, Cinco Ranch, Spring Branch, Sugar Land, Missouri City, Richmond, Rosenburg, Piney Point, Bay City and surrounding areas.

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Donna Wrabel, LMSW

Co-Owner at At Your Side Home Care

For most of us, the word "home" evokes warm feelings of comfort, security and well-being. For older adults, home also means holding tight to cherished memories and maintaining self-esteem and independence. When illness, injury or age make life a little more challenging, remaining at home in a comfortable, familiar environment encourages recovery and enhances the quality of life. Home can be defined as a private residence, an independent or assisted living facility or even a short term stay in the hospital, we recognize the additional benefits provided by a personal, professional assistant.

Our Certified Nurse Aides, 24-Hour Live-in Assistants and Home Health Aides are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. We also provide the security and confidence of 24-hour Telephone Assistance, so fast, reliable help is always available when it's needed. To learn more about our homecare services see our homecare services page.

Different people need different levels of homecare. To meet the requirements of our clients, At Your Side Homecare maintains consistent staffing levels of caring professionals. Homecare service is available for as little as a few hours a week, or as many as 24 hours a day, seven days a week

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