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Alzheimer's Home Care in West Palm Beach: Traveling With A Loved One

Home Care tips for travel with seniorsVisiting Angels® in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida is a valued resource for Alzheimer's home care throughout West Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Jupiter, Juno Beach, and the surrounding communities. Families count on us to provide the best possible home care to their loved ones with Alzheimer's but also often ask for helpful suggestions when dealing with dementia in difficult situations away from home. For instance, families frequently look for insight regarding travel with an elderly parent or senior spouse who has dementia or Alzheimer's. 

It is always best to have a loved one with cognitive impairment travel with their Caregiver or Companion from Visiting Angels in Palm Beach Gardens for safety reasons, even if the family is present. That way there is always a watchful eye for wandering and fall risk, and a medication dose is not missed due to the distracting the activities of the trip. If the trip is a vacation or special family occasion, the family member with special needs is being cared for leaving the rest of the family with time to enjoy the festivities. Remember in cases of cognitive impairment, consistent care and sticking to the daily routine is essential - especially when the environment has changed!

If your loved one is prone to depression or aggression, or has extreme or adverse reactions to changes in the environment, then before considering travel consult with Visiting Angels in Palm Beach Gardens about arranging to have your loved one cared for by an Alzheimer's home care professional.

Helpful Alzheimer's Home Care Tips for the Trip    

If leaving your loved one at home with their caregiver or companion from Visiting Angels in Palm Beach Gardens is not an option, and you choose to continue with travel or a vacation which includes your loved one, do some advance planning. If you properly prepare for contingencies and emergencies, your loved one can still enjoy the benefits of travel. Visiting Angels in Palm Beach Gardens has put together some Alzheimer's care travel tips to help keep your elderly loved one or senior spouse safe:

  • Have your loved one wear a medical alert, or similar identification bracelet in case you are separated. 
  • Allow yourselves plenty of time for travel. Rushed connecting flights not only cause stress for you, they can make your loved one feel overwhelmed and more likely to act out. Have a backup plan in case the plane is late, etc.
  • Try to choose destinations which are Senior friendly. Visiting locations your loved one has been to prior to the onset of Alzheimer's disease can be helpful, and engaging as it will stimulate long term memories.
  • It is essential your loved one keeps to a regular routine as much as possible, especially for medications, meals, and rest times.
  • Keep essential items with you, such as doctor phone numbers, emergency contacts, extra doses of medications, itinerary, change of clothes, snacks and water. pack an extra pair of glasses along with hearing aids, large face watches, additional hygiene items like pull-ups, etc.
  • Don't hesitate to notify airline personnel or hotel staff of your loved one's needs. If they tend to wander or become easily confused, have someone with them at all times. Be sure accommodations are available for wheelchairs, walkers, etc.
  • Bring familiar and comforting items from home such as favorite pajamas, a soft blanket, or your loved one's pillow.

Alzheimer's Home Care in West Palm Beach

Visiting Angels in Palm Beach Gardens can provide non-medical Alzheimer's home care anywhere - residence, facility, vacation spot, or hotel accommodation. Whether you and a loved one are visiting the West Palm Beach area or located here permanently and headed out of town, our caregivers and companions are available to help.

If your location or vacation destination is West Palm Beach, Jupiter, Tequesta, Juno Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Singer Island or the greater West Palm Beach area, contact Visiting Angels in Palm Beach Gardens today at 561-328-7611 to learn more about Alzheimer's care. We proudly service many seasonal clients, ask for a FREE consultation.

Serving Palm Beach Gardens, Palm City, Jupiter, Juno Beach, Hobe Sound, Stuart, West Palm Beach and throughout Palm Beach County and Martin County, FL

Visiting Angels PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL
8645 N Military Trl #407
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
Phone: 561-328-7611
Fax: 561-328-7607

Serving Palm Beach Gardens, Palm City, Jupiter, Juno Beach, Hobe Sound, Stuart, West Palm Beach and throughout Palm Beach County and Martin County, FL

Visiting Angels PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL
8645 N Military Trl #407
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
Phone: 561-328-7611
Fax: 561-328-7607

"My 90 year old mother fell and broke her arm a year ago and was in real need of home care. Knowing the great reputation of Visiting Angels, I called them after checking their recent(wonderful) reviews. This gave me the confidence to start services. We had to do 24 hour care for many months as mom couldn’t do much for herself. Our experience has been very positive, the caregivers have been competent and caring. Honorable mention needs to go to our care coordinator Jackie who has always been willing and able to meet requests, listen attentively to mom’s changing needs and make any adjustments in hours and staffing! I am out of state and knowing that my mother’s needs are met for safety and compassionate quality care is priceless!"

– Debbie D. (More reviews here)

Rating: 5/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐