Prevent Wandering with Dementia Care Services in Novi

Living with dementia is not easy, and neither is caring for a loved one with the disorder. Dementia care services from Visiting Angels^® Novi are a great way to help you manage your loved one's daily needs and keep them living at home. We can assist with daily memory assistance, household tasks, meal planning, bathing and grooming care, and more. 

With our care and companionship, your loved one will have attentive support to keep them safe and anticipate their needs. For someone with dementia, anticipating their needs means being aware of the possible effects of their disorder. To start, let's go over the issue of 'wandering' and how to spot the warning signs. 

Warning Signs of Wandering

Wandering occurs when a person with dementia fails to recognize a familiar person or place. Their confusion leads them to wander off and get lost, as they cannot find anything that looks familiar. This is an obvious safety concern for seniors, so it's important for every caregiver to know when to anticipate such behavior. Here are a few possible warning signs of wandering:

• Confusion about time.
  Seniors will reveal these symptoms by asking about deceased relatives and talking about past situations as if they are happening now.
  
  
• Disorientation.
  A common indicator is when your loved one asks to 'go home' while sitting in their own kitchen.
  
  
• Anxiety. 
  If your loved one becomes extremely scared or anxious when in a public place, this is a sign that they may be vulnerable to wandering. 

Trusted Dementia Care Services for Novi Area Seniors

The unfortunate truth is that issues like wandering can occur even in the early stages of dementia. When a loved one is diagnosed with this disorder, they will need an abundance of support. Providing all of their care on your own is a great way to burn yourself out and create additional stress. With our support, life can be much easier for everyone involved. 

We can assist you as often as you require, allowing you to take time away and lean on our loving support. Our caregivers take tremendous pride in providing warmth, positivity, and attentive care for every senior, so you'll never have to feel guilty about leaving your loved one. You deserve the chance to live a more balanced life, and your loved one deserves to remain at home and age with peace and dignity. We are proud to make these goals a reality for families throughout:

• Novi
• West Bloomfield
• Commerce Charter Township
• Bloomfield Hills
• Northville
• Walled Lake
• Wixom
• and the surrounding areas

For more info about our dementia care, contact Visiting Angels Novi and schedule your free care consultation today.