Alzheimer's Care in St. George: When is it time?

At Visiting Angels^® St. George, we help many families coordinate Alzheimer's care for a loved one in the local area from a different city or state. However, even if you live close enough to check in on your relative regularly, there may be limits to how much you are personally able to help a family member with this form of dementia. This is particularly true if your loved one, like many seniors across the country, would prefer to remain at home for as long as possible.

How to Tell When a Relative in St. George May Need Alzheimer's Care

If you're not sure if your loved one has reached the point where they require professional Alzheimer's care, you can use the following questions as a starting point:

• Do they seem physically healthy and put together? - Memory loss and confusion can cause seniors to miss meals, forget to take their medication, and generally neglect their physical needs. An unclean appearance or odor, weight loss, or bruising can be signs that your loved one needs more proactive care. 
• Are they socially active? - If your loved one is pulling away from the people and activities they enjoy, the isolation and lack of stimulation could cause their dementia symptoms to get worse. In addition to visits from you and other family members, they could benefit from the compassion and companionship of a caregiver.
• Could you provide additional care if they need it? - Even if your loved one only needs help with groceries now, the best way to ensure their safety is to plan for what comes next. That means being honest about what you're capable of as a caregiver and putting aside any guilt or pride so you can prepare for your loved one's future care needs. 

Get Started with Visiting Angels St. George

Here at Visiting Angels St. George, we're ready whenever you are to discuss Alzheimer's care and develop a personalized plan that fits your loved one's needs and your family's budgets. We offer experienced non-medical care including medication reminders, assistance with daily living, and other services that can help your relative feel more at ease and in control. 

Our care professionals are here to answer your questions and arrange a free in-home consultation so we can work together to determine the right approach for your family. To learn more about our Alzheimer's care or to book your consultation in St. George, Washington, Cedar City, or Hurricane, call Visiting Angels St. George today.