The Benefits of Elderly Home Care Services for Seniors with Early-Onset Dementia in Longmont, CO and Surrounding Areas

Here’s how our elderly home care services help seniors in Boulder, Longmont, Louisville and surrounding areas of Colorado manage symptoms of early-onset dementia

Early-onset dementia refers to cases when the first symptoms of progressive cognitive decline start showing in people younger than 65. Although early-onset dementia is rare, it is not as uncommon as some may believe. It is estimated that in every 20 Americans diagnosed with dementia, at least one under 65 will be afflicted with early-onset dementia. Typically, early-onset occurs in those in their early 60s or late 50s, though it can affect people in their 30s and 40s as well.

If you are providing care for a spouse, sibling or parent diagnosed with early-onset dementia, chances are you will have to tackle various day-to-day challenges and difficulties, especially as your loved one’s disease progresses. It does not necessarily have to be like this. Professional elderly home care services from Visiting Angels of Boulder County can help.

When is the Time for Elderly Home Care Services?

While the level of required care varies from case to case, there are some general signs by which you can tell that it might be best if you seek help from a professional caregiving agency. Both you, as a family caregiver, and your loved one with early-onset dementia can benefit from professional assistance when you notice:

• You are struggling to function properly and you frequently feel exhausted and overstressed
• Your care responsibilities consume too much of your time
• You are worried about your loved one’s safety and well-being when they are home alone
• Your source of income is at risk due to the amount of time you spend on caregiving

As it sometimes happens, family caregivers may be reluctant to hire professional help. There is often a sense of guilt attached when considering an outside caregiver. Primary caregivers may feel as if they are letting their loved one down with this move. On the other hand, it is a matter of time when providing care on your own will become untenable.

For this reason, should you notice any of the signs mentioned above, do not hesitate to consult with a local care agency.

How Can Dementia Care Services Help?

An assigned caregiver can provide physical assistance, emotional support and compassionate memory care, making continuous efforts to reduce the effects of dementia and help slow down cognitive decline. Specialized dementia care is usually provided by trained professionals with years of experience in caring for patients with Alzheimer’s and other debilitating cognitive conditions.

Working with professional elderly home care services from Visiting Angels of Boulder County is invaluable for family caregivers too. Whether you choose part-time or full-time care, you will have more time to rest and recharge. Moreover, you will also have peace of mind that your loved one is getting the care they need and deserve in your absence.

Learn More about Memory Care from Visiting Angels of Boulder County

Get in touch with our Longmont, CO office and learn more about elderly home care services for loved ones with early-onset dementia in Boulder County. We can schedule a free in-home meeting where we will visit you and your loved one in their home to talk about your care needs in depth and see how we can help. Visiting Angels is looking forward to working with you!

Visiting Angels provides in-home senior care services for families in Allenspark, Boulder, Eldorado Springs, Erie, Hygiene, Lafayette, Longmont, Louisville, Lyons, Nederland, Niwot, Pinecliff, Ward and the surrounding areas of Boulder County, CO.