Dementia Care in Longwood

Tips for Caring for Your Loved One

A dementia diagnosis can be devastating and often leaves families overwhelmed and worried about the future. Will my loved one be able to continue living in their home as the disease progresses? What if they need more help than I can provide? Is professional dementia care available in Longwood, FL?

The progression of dementia symptoms is different for everyone, presenting each family with their unique difficulties. However, there are ways to help your loved one and make the caregiving experience more rewarding. Here are our top tips:

1. Speak in simple terms. Open-ended questions, such as, “what would you like to do this morning?” can be confusing. Instead, provide choices or ask a “yes” or “no” question. For instance, try “would you like to work on a puzzle or go for a walk?” or “would you like to watch a movie?”
2. Add activity. Multiple studies have shown that exercise that increases blood flow to the brain can slow down brain aging. With physician approval, encourage your loved one to increase their daily activity. Popular choices among older adults include swimming, walking, pickleball, gardening, and golf. 
3. Bring in professional care.
   As dementia symptoms advance, your loved one will likely require more and more care. If you have taken on the role of the family caregiver, you may become stressed and feel burned out. Bringing in a professional caregiver, even for a few hours a week, can lighten the load, reduce stress, and give you time to rest and recharge. 

Getting Started with Visiting Angels Sanford

Ready to find dementia care you can trust in Longwood? Visiting Angels^® Sanford is at your service. We offer free in-home assessments and spend time getting to know our clients' needs, personalities, and schedules to connect them with top-quality, trustworthy care. 

Visiting Angels Sanford is proud to offer dementia care referrals for seniors in Longwood, Winter Springs, Altamonte Springs, Oviedo, Apopka, Sanford, Casselberry, Forest City, Wekiva Springs, and the surrounding areas.

Dementia Care Services Available in Longwood

Caregivers in the Visiting Angels Sanford referral network offer a wide range of services that provide physical and emotional support to seniors living with dementia, including: 

• Medication reminders
• Wandering prevention and daily monitoring
• Transportation and assistance getting to appointments
• Help with toileting, bathing, dressing, and grooming
• Mobility assistance 
• Calming, comforting companionship
• Light housekeeping and cooking
• Respite care for family caregivers

Call Visiting Angels Sanford today to schedule a free dementia care consultation in Longwood. We look forward to meeting you!