How To Help When They Say They Want To Go Home

For those with a dementia diagnosis in the family, you have likely heard your loved one declare "I want to go home," when they are already at home. This proclamation is often a result of their diminished ability to communicate verbally. Situations like these are just one of the many reasons why it's vital to have a support system in place. At Visiting Angels^® Westchase, we offer professional dementia care to help Mission Bend area families keep their loved ones safe and secure. 

When your relative says they want to go home, they are attempting to communicate something else entirely. This can be an undiagnosed physical ailment, enhanced stress or confusion, or feelings of sadness. It's important to keep a calm demeanor and avoid any attempt at rationalizing. If you insist that they are in fact in their home, they will only get more upset.

Instead, offer a kind and gentle presence, give them a hug, and try to distract their attention. Playing their favorite music or asking them for help with a basic task can be great ways to occupy their brain, redirect their focus, and soothe their emotional discomfort. 

The best way to help them in these tough moments is to be a good listener, maintain a relaxed presence, and offer them warmth, compassion, and love. 

Our Professional Dementia Care in Mission Bend

When a senior is diagnosed with dementia, it really helps if they can remain in their own home. The move to a nursing facility will bring increased stress and confusion, while depriving them of all the comforts of having their own private space. We work hard to create customized care plans to assist family caregivers and provide non-stop support around the home. With our help, you can keep your relative at home, living a safer and more familiar daily life. We offer:

• Professional in-home assistance
• Loving companionship from a trusted caregiver
• The chance for family care providers to rest
• Help with medication alerts, accident prevention, and much more!

Dementia Care To Help The Whole Family

To make sure your loved one is safe and comfortable, it's vital to create a good support plan. Our professional dementia care is the best way to keep them at home and ease the burden on family caregivers. We provide flexible and customized support to address their needs and make sure they always have a kind, loving presence around the house. 

We help families throughout:

• Mission Bend
• West Houston
• Briarforest
• Houston
• And nearby areas

To learn more about our dementia care in Mission Bend, contact Visiting Angels Westchase and schedule your care consultation today.