Dementia Caregivers in Springfield MA: Ask These Questions to Get Started
When it comes to caring for a loved one with dementia, finding a trusted professional to provide assistance is one of the best things you can do for your family. Knowing a loved one is receiving skilled assistance from a compassionate dementia caregiver brings peace of mind. Visiting Angels® West Springfield MA recommends asking the following questions when considering potential caregivers:
- Do you have CPR certification and would you feel confident providing first aid?
- How would you address an emergency while my family member is in your care?
- Do you have experience caring for seniors with Alzheimer's or dementia?
- Would you be willing to complete a background check and provide references?
- Are you comfortable with all aspects of care including hygiene and bathing aid?
- Do you have any special qualifications such as memory care training or education?
- How do you keep track of medications and reminders for seniors in your care?
- What methods can we use if we need to get in touch with you regarding care?
- Do you have a drivers license and automobile insurance? Do you own a car?
- Have you previously provided live-in care or long term assistance to seniors?
- Does your schedule provide flexibility if my loved one needs additional aid?
- Are services available at any time or do you have scheduling limitations?
- Will you be able to prepare dietary conscious meals for my family member?
The Benefit of Professional Dementia Caregivers
Arranging for assistance from dementia caregivers at Visiting Angels West Springfield MA can take a load off family caregivers and help to keep a loved one safe at home. Our professional caregivers are adept at managing the daily struggles of memory related illness. We can provide care and monitoring of a loved one to help improve their quality of life.
How Visiting Angels West Springfield MA Helps
Dementia caregivers from Visiting Angels West Springfield MA will be able to assist a loved one with many day-to-day tasks. Our services will grow and change with a loved one throughout the progression of their disorder. Some ways we help include:
- Providing monitoring
- Wandering prevention
- Reminders to take Rx
- Walking & transferring
- Fall prevention measures
- Preparing healthy meals
- Transportation assistance
- Household organization
- Joyful companionship
- Dressing and bathing
Call Visiting Angels West Springfield MA today and ask how our dementia caregivers can assist a loved one.