When you have a loved one who has been diagnosed with dementia, their safety is a top concern. Families often worry about the possibility of their loved one wandering off, getting distracted while preparing food, falling down, driving, or failing to take prescriptions as directed. At Visiting Angels^® Towson MD, we understand your concerns and we want to help. Our non-medical dementia care services can help keep your loved one safe and comfortable at home, despite their diagnosis. One-on-on care at home can help improve the overall quality of life for your loved one who is living with dementia.

Visiting Angels Towson is an experienced dementia care agency. In fact, we offer our caregivers a specialized training program which addresses the unique needs of dementia sufferers. We consulted with The Alzheimer's Foundation of America, when developing our education materials. Providing assistance to someone with a memory disorder requires additional vigilance, patience and compassion. Visiting Angels Towson caregivers are well versed in the ins and outs of dementia care.

Support for a Range of Dementia Care Needs

Dementia care services from Visiting Angels Towson can provide support for a wide range of needs. Our clients come to us at varying points in their disease progression. Some seniors we work with are newly diagnosed and looking to establish a relationship with a caregiver. Others are living with a more advanced stage of dementia and require more involved care. No matter where your loved one falls in the progression of their illness, dementia care from Visiting Angels Towson can help.

Because your loved one's dementia doesn't occur in a vacuum, it is also important for a dementia care provider to have the ability to address other issues. Visiting Angels Towson has experience working with seniors who face a variety of health and wellness concerns. If your loved one also lives with rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis, diabetes, asthma, or another chronic issue, we can tailor our non-medical services to address those needs as well.

Some ways dementia care services from Visiting Angels Towson can support your loved one at home include:

• Bathing and dressing assistance
• Fall prevention and safety
• Wandering prevention
• Healthy meal preparation
• Medication monitoring
• Transportation assistance
• Household organization
• Personal hygiene and grooming
• Running errands and shopping

For compassionate dementia care assistance, call Visiting Angels Towson today. We can schedule a complimentary in-home assessment for your loved one at your convenience.