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Visiting Angels Ft. Wayne, IN

While most seniors will opt to age at home whenever they can, sometimes there are risks involved. Even for those who can move around the home safely and easily, social isolation can be a big risk—one with significant health consequences. At Visiting Angels® Fort Wayne, we can reduce these challenges and much more. With a companion caregiver in place, we can make sure your family member is always looked after. 

With our dementia care services for local seniors, Visiting Angels® Fort Wayne can help your family manage this difficult situation. Seniors who are diagnosed with dementia suffer from a range of different issues. One of the most concerning problems, is that they often fail to recognize familiar places and people. This leads to confused wandering, which can be a very big safety risk. 

Dealing with the pain of watching a loved one, especially a parent, lose their memory of you can be devastating. At Visiting Angels® Fort Wayne, our Alzheimer’s care service would like to share some ideas that may help you cope with this truly sad situation.

Most headaches in older adults can be prevented or treated with the right approach, but recognizing warning signs is crucial. Understanding what causes their headaches and knowing how to respond can help seniors feel better and enjoy a higher quality of life.

As seniors manage their hernias at home, professional caregivers from Visiting Angels can help them follow their care plan and assist with daily tasks, including meal preparation, dressing and bathing, and light housekeeping. The goal is to help senior women maintain their comfort, independence, and quality of life while managing hernia symptoms.