The struggle against Alzheimer’s and dementia is a challenging one. As our loved ones age, they may reach a point where they need regular care and assistance in everyday life. However, the idea of moving into a senior community can be a stressful one, and one that is often met with resistance. Thankfully, there is an alternative that still provides our loved ones with the personalized care that they need. With home care, experienced caregivers look after the needs of seniors dealing with Alzheimer’s and dementia all from the comfort of their own home.
Let’s look over some of the amazing benefits of home care for seniors with Alzheimer’s and/or dementia.
Nutrition Assistance
The nutrition assistance that’s provided by caretakers is one of the key benefits of homecare for Alzheimer’s and dementia. Keeping a meal schedule becomes more difficult with Alzheimer’s and dementia, so having an in-home caretaker to keep loved ones on track with their nutritional needs is a great help. Maintaining healthy dietary habits is crucial for our overall health as we age. In-home care for dementia and Alzheimer’s helps seniors maintain healthier and more consistent diets in order to maintain or improve their physical health.
Medication Assistance
Having medication assistance from an in-home caretaker is perhaps the most important benefit of homecare for seniors with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Studies estimate that at least 40% of seniors in America don’t keep their medication routine as prescribed. Home care with experienced and professional caretakers ensure that seniors living with Alzheimer’s and dementia will stay on track with their scheduled medications. This allows them to have the best chance of medication effectiveness to improve their quality of life. Families can rest easy knowing that their loved one won’t be missing their scheduled medications.
Schedule Assistance
Speaking of schedules, they also become much more difficult to manage and maintain as we age. Having Alzheimer’s and dementia only compounds this challenge. Home care makes managing and sticking to a schedule much easier. In-home caregivers provide reminders for what the day has in store for seniors battling Alzheimer’s and dementia. This way, they won’t have to worry about forgetting the events that make life special, like watching their family perform, seeing them play in their big game, or meeting them for a meal.
In-Home Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care with Wiregrass HomeCare
Wiregrass HomeCare is proud to provide professional home care in the Wiregrass area of Alabama. This includes Dale County, Henry County, Coffee County, Geneva County, and Houston County. We provide an array of services for seniors with our home care. These services include Alzheimer’s & dementia care, 24-hour care, postoperative care, and hospice & palliative care.
If you are interested in our home care services, please reach out to us! Contact our team today for more information or to answer any questions you may have. You can also give us a call. We would be happy to help care for your loved one, all from the comfort of their own home.
