We all appreciate our independence. After all, we work our entire lives to support ourselves and develop routines that bring us happiness. It’s no surprise that 90 percent of seniors prefer to age in place and maintain their independence for as long as possible. If your senior loved one is living with Alzheimer’s disease, here are a few ways receiving at-home care can help him or her remain independent.
Companionship
Many seniors experience isolation for a variety of reasons, although seniors with Alzheimer’s are at greater risk for loneliness. In fact, social withdrawal is one of the first symptoms of the disease. Home care providers can offer seniors companionship and conversation in their homes and help them engage in activities to promote their health. In fact, socializing has been found to boost cognitive health.
Transportation
Many seniors with Alzheimer’s find themselves housebound because they can no longer drive safely or use public transportation alone. Caregivers can meet this important need by providing transportation and helping seniors stay involved in their communities, go shopping, and visit their doctors.
Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s can be extremely challenging, but compassionate help is available. If your senior loved one has been diagnosed with a serious condition and needs help with tasks like meal prep, transportation, bathing, and grooming, reach out to Home Care Assistance, a leading provider of
senior home care families can trust. We also offer comprehensive care for seniors with dementia, Alzheimer’s, and Parkinson’s.
Assisting with a Routine
Caregivers can assist seniors with daily activities on their own schedules. Services provided may include meal preparation, transportation, and mobility assistance. Sticking to a familiar routine in a comfortable setting may help a senior with memory loss feel more secure during the early stages of the disease.
Caring for a senior loved one can be challenging for families who don’t have expertise or professional training in home care, but this challenge doesn’t have to be faced alone. Family caregivers can turn to
Winnipeg Home Care Assistance for the help they need. We provide high-quality live-in and respite care as well as comprehensive Alzheimer’s, dementia, stroke, and Parkinson’s care.
Retaining a Sense of Control
Home caregivers work to include seniors in the planning process so they can have control over the help they receive. Seniors have the opportunity to discuss what they do or don’t like and the type of care they prefer to receive. This can be especially important in the early stages of the disease, when seniors with Alzheimer’s may feel like they’re losing control of their lives.
Housekeeping
Alzheimer’s caregivers can also help seniors with light housekeeping, which may be difficult for aging adults with the disease to manage on their own. Many seniors with memory impairment have difficulty performing basic household tasks, such as vacuuming and washing dishes. Without assistance, these seniors may end up living in unsafe or unsanitary conditions.
Trained caregivers with experience in caring for seniors with Alzheimer’s can be a fantastic resource for aging adults and their families. Every senior living with Alzheimer’s deserves high-quality
Alzheimer’s care. Winnipeg families can rely on the caregivers at Home Care Assistance to keep their loved ones safe while managing the symptoms of the disease. Using our Cognitive Therapeutics Method, our caregivers help seniors regain a sense of pride and accomplishment while promoting cognitive health. If you need professional at-home care for your loved one, reach out to one of our Care Managers today at (204) 489-6000.
