Dementia Care in Kennewick

How To Help When They Say They Want To Go Home

When you take care of a relative with dementia, you should expect to hear the phrase "I want to go home." This can sometimes be an indication they are confused, but most often it is simply their attempt to communicate something else. Dementia causes a variety of issues, including a reduced capacity for communication. With our dementia care in the Kennewick area, Visiting Angels^® in the Tri-Cities and Walla Walla provides critical support for families coping with this disorder. 

For many individuals, the first instinct in these situations is to correct the person and tell them they are already at home. However, with someone with dementia, it is important to avoid this interaction. This will only increase their stress and frustration further. The right move is to remain calm, be a good listener and lovingly redirect their attention. 

You can use entertainment such as music or television, or engage their mind with a basic task like folding towels. It's important to make them feel secure and to avoid any sort of escalation. They are experiencing a lot of anxiety in these moments, so your role should be as a calming presence to keep them from suffering as much as possible. 

With patience, love, and a willingness to listen, you can make these troubling moments easier for your loved one and help them cope with their disorder. 

Our Professional Dementia Care in Kennewick

We are here to help local seniors remain at home and enjoy a more comfortable life. For those with dementia, staying in their own residence provides a valuable level of familiarity that can really ease the stress and confusion caused by their affliction. We offer customized care that includes:

• Help with light housekeeping and cooking
• Friendly companionship from someone they like and trust
• Medication reminders and other memory support
• Walking assistance and fall prevention
• And much more!

Dementia Care To Help The Whole Family

With our dementia care, you get the kind and patient support of a dedicated senior care professional. Our mission is to provide attentive and loving service that allows family members to take a rest. Our compassionate caregivers will tend to your loved one's needs and provide them with friendly conversation and companionship throughout the day. 

We offer our in-home support to seniors in:

• Kennewick
• Tri-Cities 
• Richland
• Pasco
• Walla Walla
• And nearby areas

For additional details about our professional dementia care in Kennewick, contact Visiting Angels in the Tri-Cities and Walla Walla today to begin with a care consultation.