Dementia Care in Richmond

For family members providing dementia care in Richmond, it's not unusual to hear your loved one say, "I want to go home." What do you do? At Visiting Angels^® Sugar Land, we help family caregivers navigate these and other tough moments. In addition to providing empathetic care to seniors living alone, we support families of those with dementia or Alzheimer's, making sure you have an additional caregiver in place if needed.

Let's take a look at how to respond when your loved one asks to go home. 

3 Dos and Don'ts When A Family Member Asks To Go Home 

It's very common for someone with Alzheimer's to ask to go home even when they're already at home. For those with cognitive deterioration, it's hard to communicate thoughts and feelings clearly. Here are a few tips to consider for dementia care providers in Richmond: 

• Don't try to explain. You may feel tempted to explain to your loved one that they're already at home, or that they're living with you now. Typically, explaining or disagreeing with someone who has dementia is not recommended. It's likely to agitate them further, and they may feel like you aren't listening, or you don't understand. Because they're grappling with mental confusion, it's rare for someone with dementia to internalize these types of explanations.
• Do try to be comforting. When your loved one asks to go home, it's often a way of expressing distress, confusion, or anxiety. You want to respond by being comforting, calm, and understanding. Reassure them that they're safe, or that you'll be taking them home soon. It can help to have items of comfort nearby, whether that's a physical object, a piece of music, or something else that brings them peace. 
• Do look for underlying reasons. It's always worthwhile to track when your loved one has episodes where they ask to go home. You may find patterns that help you understand why it's happening, such as underlying pain or moments of severe confusion. Oftentimes, there isn't a simple explanation, but you can still learn a lot about any contributing factors.  

How Our Dementia Care Can Help

At Visiting Angels Sugar Land, we have a variety of dementia care services available to support both you and your loved one during this time. We understand the challenges that come with memory-related diseases. Our team is happy to provide compassionate and calming care that puts both our clients and their family members at ease. Here are some of the services we offer as part of our dementia care for the Richmond area:

• Assistance with bathing, dressing, and toileting
• Light housekeeping
• Healthy meal preparation
• Transportation to appointments
• Calming techniques during times of confusion
• Medication reminders
• Companionship
• Running errands

In addition to providing the above services for our clients, we also strive to be a source of support for their families. Family caregivers often take on more than they can handle. Our caregivers are able to step in as often as needed to help you avoid caregiver burnout. We can provide our dementia care as a type of respite for you.

Dementia can affect every individual differently. That's why we create personalized care plans for each of our clients. Your loved one may need only a couple of types of assistance, while others may require more intensive care. We are happy to work closely with you, your loved one, and their physicians to create a care plan that meets everyone's needs.

In order to meet the needs of both you and your loved one, we offer flexible scheduling. Our caregivers are available around the clock, including weekends, evenings, and holidays. Your loved one's schedule of caregiver visits will be personalized, just like their care plan. We can also be present while family caregivers take time away to rest. You can be confident that your loved one will have the care they need at all times.

At Visiting Angels Sugar Land, you will find a team of local owners, caregivers, and staff who are ready and willing to help your family. We take pride in serving seniors and families in our area with our flexible and comprehensive care. You can always trust our team to be a source of information, comfort, and support as your loved one navigates dementia.

Schedule Compassionate Dementia Care in Richmond 

Getting started with our care is easy! We have complimentary care consultations available to help you learn more about our care. If you are located in one of the following areas, we would love to help you schedule your free consultation: 

• Richmond
• Sugar Land
• Missouri City
• Houston
• Katy
• And throughout the surrounding area

Call Visiting Angels Sugar Land today to learn more about our dementia care in the Richmond area.