Choosing a Dementia Caregiver in Beaver Dam

For many families in Beaver Dam, dementia is not something that they can manage alone. That's why so many choose to partner with a professional dementia caregiver from Visiting Angels^® Beaver Dam. But before your loved one's caregiver starts work, you'll want to be sure they are the right fit for your family. 

What Questions Should You Be Asking Your Dementia Caregiver in Beaver Dam?

When you meet with your dementia caregiver in Beaver Dam, it's your opportunity to find out about both their abilities and their character. Being open about any questions you have helps to start things off on the right foot and ensures that you are getting the right caregiver for your loved one's needs. 

Some topics you may want to go over with your dementia caregiver in Beaver Dam include:

Experience and Training - Knowing a caregivers background, including how long they have been providing elderly care and whether they have worked with individuals with dementia before, is an essential piece of the puzzle when it comes to making an informed decision. 

Capabilities - It's important to know whether your dementia caregiver from Visiting Angels Beaver Dam is able to provide the assistance that your loved one needs, and to know if there are any tasks that they are uncomfortable with or unable to perform. 

Scheduling - You'll want to make sure that your caregiver is going to be available when you need them, be it evenings, weekends, or holidays, and be aware if there are any dates or times that they are unavailable. 

Communication - Discussing both when and how your loved one's dementia caregiver in Beaver Dam will update you on the status of your loved one's care, and how you can contact them if you need to make changes to your services can give you peace of mind going forward. 

Logistics - It's always a good idea to go over the logistics of home access, documentation, and the timing of your loved one's services to ensure that everyone is on the same page when it comes to their care.  

If you're interested in learning more about dementia care, you can schedule an in-home consultation with Visiting Angels Beaver Dam, completely free of charge. In addition to Beaver Dam, we also offer free consultations to families in Portage, Waupun, Juneau, Randolph, Columbus, Pardeeville, Fox Lake, Horicon, Rio, Hustisford, Cambria, Mayville and the neighboring communities. 

Find out more about our dementia caregivers and services by calling Visiting Angels Beaver Dam today.