Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care Staff Education Week: Memory Care Services with Visiting Angels
An Alzheimer’s Disease diagnosis can be a frightening and stressful time, but several resources are available to make navigating this disease more achievable. Most importantly, you are not alone. Studies show that one in every seven Americans over 70 years old has dementia symptoms or approximately 3.4 million people; according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, over 5.8 million Americans lived with Alzheimer’s Disease in 2020.
Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care Staff Education week is intended to bring more awareness to the great importance of giving complete dementia education to all staff and healthcare professionals who work with these patients. Visiting Angels partners with the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America to offer caregivers specialized training that takes an in-depth look at the issues involved in caring for someone with a memory-related illness and how to best work with them.
Services offered
In-home caregivers offer a wide variety of assistance with daily home tasks to suit your loved one’s specific needs when dealing with dementia or Alzheimer’s. To begin your care journey, Visiting Angels offers a free in-home consultation with a caregiver to discuss your needs and the types of care you’re looking to receive. Certified caregivers are available around the clock and will visit as frequently or as sparingly as need be.
Depending on your preferences, in-home care for dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease care services can include any of the following:
- Dressing
- Bathing
- Grooming
- Transportation
- Walking
- General mobility
- Monitoring and prevention of wandering
- Preparing meals
- Housekeeping
- Social companionship
- Conversation and mental stimulation
If your loved one is experiencing dementia or Alzheimer’s Disease in conjunction with other conditions, care can be tailored to meet the needs of both conditions at once. Caregivers can also assist in making your loved one’s home and living environment a safer place to be by modifying areas that may cause trips and falls or locating other potential risks.
Benefits
An in-home caregiver can quickly become a trusted friend and source of encouragement. Social companionship is an important part of keeping an aging brain positive and motivated.
According to a study at the University of Michigan, one in three seniors of the study’s sample admitted to feeling lonely. It states that chronic loneliness can impact older adults’ memory, physical well-being, mental health, and life expectancy. Those who live alone are at greater risk of feelings of loneliness and isolation.
Improving the quality of life is mainly about improving bodily health, but mental health is equally important in remaining positive and motivated to take care of oneself. Research suggests that depression can seriously impair cognitive function, so a positive mindset and lifted mood are imperative in the fight against Alzheimer’s Disease.
Respite care
In-home caregivers provide care at the cadence of your choosing, and respite care is an excellent option for family caregivers who provide full-time care and need some occasional assistance. Temporary care can be arranged for short periods, or in-home caregivers can work in tandem with family caregivers through part-time schedules or around-the-clock support. Whether you’re looking for someone to step in while you take a vacation or you need ongoing support with your duties, our senior care specialists are here to find the proper care solution for both you and your loved one.
Visiting Angels Barrington, Illinois offers memory care services for aging adults with dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease in Barrington, Algonquin, Palatine, Lake Zurich, Crystal Lake, McHenry, Woodstock, Cary, and the surrounding areas. Through hundreds of testimonials, others have shared the important role an in-home caregiver has played in their lives and the appreciation they felt during a sensitive and vulnerable time. Reach out today to learn about the care available to you or a loved one and to begin your journey toward improving your quality of life at (224) 512-4180.