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Preparing for Mid-Stage and Late-Stage Alzheimer’s Care

There are many options for residential care and assisted home care for seniors with mid and late-stage Alzheimer's disease in Scotts Valley, Marina, Santa Cruz and surrounding California communities. Learn how you can find the best solution for your loved one.

While you need to think about your loved one's current needs when learning they have Alzheimer's disease, it is important to think ahead and plan for their care in the mid and late stages of the condition. Being prepared for what is to come will make the whole situation less difficult for you and enable you to help your loved one more.

What to Expect with the Later Stages of Alzheimer's

The early stages of Alzheimer's disease last for 1-2 years, during which the symptoms start to appear but do not interfere with a person's quality of life.

During mid-stage Alzheimer's, which can last anywhere from 2-4 years, the condition will start to take a serious toll on a person's independence and ability to care for themselves. They can still live at home but with the help of family caregivers or assisted home care providers.

In the final stage of Alzheimer's, lasting for 1-2 years, a person is unable to perform even simple activities and completely relies on the help of others. At this point, families can either opt for 24/7 assisted home care or find a trustworthy memory care facility in the area.

How to Plan for Mid and Late-Stage Alzheimer's

Preparing for care in the later stages of Alzheimer's takes time, so it is best to take it slowly and adopt a step-by-step approach to planning.

Here is what our assisted home care professionals suggest you do:

  • Learn more about Alzheimer's disease – it is important to know what to expect in the mid and late stages of the disease so that you could adequately help your loved one stay safe and comfortable.
  • Learn more about how Alzheimer's will affect you – whether you plan on being your loved one's primary caregiver or not, you need to know what kind of difficulties you and your family will face as the condition worsens.
  • Check your finances – providing for a loved one with Alzheimer's can be pretty costly, so you should take a close look at your finances while they are still relatively independent.
  • Educate yourself on Alzheimer's care strategies – you need to know what professionals do when caring for a person with Alzheimer's and how to deal with unexpected situations and challenges.
  • Develop a support network – talk to family members and friends about the future and how they can help.
  • Research Alzheimer's care options –you may need to hire assisted home care professionals or move your loved one to a nursing home when their condition progresses to the point that they are completely dependent on others.

Find out more about Alzheimer's care and respite care solutions in Santa Cruz and Monterey Counties by reaching out to our Scotts Valley, CA office. Visiting Angels Central Coast is here for you!

Serving Scotts Valley, Watsonville, Marina, Carmel, Santa Cruz, Aptos, Salinas, and throughout Santa Cruz and Monterey Counties in California

Visiting Angels CENTRAL COAST IN CALIFORNIA
5274 Scotts Valley Dr #102
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
Phone: 831-430-0616
Fax: 831-430-0612
HCO #444700002

Serving Scotts Valley, Watsonville, Marina, Carmel, Santa Cruz, Aptos, Salinas, and throughout Santa Cruz and Monterey Counties in California

Visiting Angels CENTRAL COAST IN CALIFORNIA
5274 Scotts Valley Dr #102
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
Phone: 831-430-0616
Fax: 831-430-0612
HCO #444700002