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Useful Assistive Devices for Seniors with Alzheimer’s

June is Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month. When providing care for a senior loved one in Westminster, CO, consider using these assistive devices to improve their quality of life

Alzheimer's is a form of dementia that causes problems with memory and behavior. If your parent has been diagnosed with this disease, independent living might represent a challenge for them.

Here at Visiting Angels Westminster, providing quality Alzheimer's care for seniors is one of our main goals. With the assistance of our dedicated caregivers, your loved one will be able to continue living at home as independently as possible.

Aside from hiring professional care providers, you should also consider using some assistive devices which can improve your parent's well-being. These devices will help them remember important things, prevent wandering and so much more.

Memory Aids

Seniors suffering from Alzheimer's tend to forget certain information about themselves and others. However, various memory aids can help them remember important things such as which day it is and whether they have taken their medication.

  • Clock and calendar apps can help your parent remember what day and month it is. If your loved one doesn't use a smartphone or a tablet, there are also regular clocks that display date and time.
  • Pill boxes are a perfect solution if your loved one tends to forget to take their meds. You can also get an automatic pill dispenser which was designed to provide care for seniors who live on their own. If you are worried that your senior won't take their meds, getting an automatic dispenser that will alert you if your loved one hasn't taken their medication might be a solution.
  • Locator devices will come in handy if your parent tends to misplace things.

Alarms and Sensors

Wandering is a frequent problem which can put seniors with Alzheimer's in dangerous situations. Since you cannot always be around your parent to keep them from wandering, these devices provide care for seniors and help them stay safe.

  • A tracking device will alert you when your senior has left their home and allow you to act quickly.
  • Fall sensors will let you know if your parent has fallen down and tell you where they are.
  • Tracking apps which can easily be installed on your parent's smartphone will let you know where they are at all times.

Communication Aids

When providing care for seniors with Alzheimer's, it's important to make sure they have a way of staying in touch with friends and family. Social interaction can have a significant impact on their well-being.

Video chat programs can make communication easier for your loved one. In addition, there are also smartphone apps which help seniors show how they feel by simply selecting a word, picture or symbol.

Activities

Engaging your loved one in various activities such as listening to music and playing games can keep your parent mentally stimulated as well as entertained.

These assistive devices can provide your parent with all-around support and assistance and allow them to live as independently as possible.

To learn more about topics relating to Alzheimer's care for seniors, contact Visiting Angels Westminster today. We provide quality in-home care for elderly adults in Westminster, Denver, Broomfield and surrounding communities in Colorado.

Serving Broomfield, Westminster, Northglenn and the Northern Denver Suburbs

Visiting Angels BROOMFIELD, CO
350 Interlocken Blvd #110
Broomfield, CO 80021
Phone: 303-650-2881

Serving Broomfield, Westminster, Northglenn and the Northern Denver Suburbs

Visiting Angels BROOMFIELD, CO
350 Interlocken Blvd #110
Broomfield, CO 80021
Phone: 303-650-2881