What to Know About Memory Care Polarities
Receiving a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia is life changing. Individuals and their families may experience a range of emotions, including anger, denial, grief and fear. For some, there can be actual relief. They might have suspected something was wrong and with a diagnosis they can now plan better for the future.
Read MoreHow to Help a Loved One Settle in After Moving to Senior Living
The benefits of moving into a senior living community are many. Not only will residents be able to take advantage of the activities, healthy dining and opportunities to socialize, but the stress for families can lessen as well. There is often great relief from the worry and constant safety concerns of what would happen if an injury or illness occurred at home and no one was there to help.
Read MoreSenior Living Guilt: Tips for Feeling Better About Moving a Loved One to Assisted Living or Memory Care
When a loved one needs assistance with daily tasks or requires increased attention and care while living with dementia, a family may struggle to find the best solution. Choosing the right assisted living or memory care community can be a challenge. But confidence in your decision can increase by talking with family, friends or the medical team for a referral – and visiting communities to see for yourself the quality care your loved one will receive.
Read MoreComparing the Cost of Home to Senior Living
If you or a loved one is in need of a helping hand with daily tasks, managing medications or assistance with preparing meals, you may be considering the options of bringing in additional care services or moving into an assisted living community. While discussing the advantages of both choices, cost is typically contemplated. When making a decision, families will often examine which is more cost-effective: remaining at home with care services brought in, or moving into an assisted living community.
Read MoreWhat a Day in the Life of a Memory Care Resident Is Like
Families considering whether a memory care community would be the right choice for a loved one living with Alzheimer’s disease or other form of dementia may have questions concerning daily life in the community. It can be stressful if you don’t know what to expect. We can help. It’s reassuring to better understand how memory care residents typically spend their days. The following descriptions can help you decide if a community could be a good fit for your loved one.
Read MoreHow Memory Care Enriches the Lives of Its Residents
Because of their many benefits, families often choose a memory care community when more personal attention is required for their loved one than can be provided for at home. A high level of care provided by staff specially trained in the best practices of dementia, healthy dining, assistance with daily tasks and security features are only a few of the services included.
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