{"id":4313,"date":"2016-12-28T19:31:37","date_gmt":"2016-12-28T19:31:37","guid":{"rendered":"\/allentown\/?p=4313"},"modified":"2024-01-29T10:38:07","modified_gmt":"2024-01-29T15:38:07","slug":"home-care-in-emmaus-pa-caring-for-an-elder-with-alzheimers-disease","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/extendedfamilycare.com\/allentown\/blog\/2016\/12\/28\/home-care-in-emmaus-pa-caring-for-an-elder-with-alzheimers-disease\/","title":{"rendered":"Caring for an Elder with Alzheimer\u2019s Disease"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3>\nHome Care in Emmaus PA<\/h3>\n<p>Caring for an elderly parent with Alzheimer\u2019s disease can be a full-time job, especially as their condition progresses. The moment you find out your loved one has this condition, you probably wanted to do whatever you could to help out. But how much do you really know about Alzheimer\u2019s disease? It is important that you do your research on this condition to determine what is needed.<\/p>\n<p>If you are planning on\u00a0 helping with the caregiving responsibilities, here are some tips to make sure you provide the best possible care needed for your parent.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Quit smoking.<\/strong> This rule not only applies to your loved one, but also for you. Smoking has the power to break down your mental capabilities far quicker than it does for non-smokers. In order to reduce the speed of the elder\u2019s cognitive decline, encourage them to kick the habit.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Eat right and exercise.<\/strong> These two things can do wonderful things for the body, including increasing energy levels, concentration, and decreasing the amount of chronic conditions your loved one develops. A dietician can help create a dieting plan for the elder, while a physical therapist and their doctor can assist with the exercise plan.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Exercise the mind.<\/strong> Keep their mind active by doing puzzles together, playing games, or reading. Learning a new skill, such as knitting or quilting, can also help slow down the elder\u2019s mental decline.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Watch what you say.<\/strong> As the elder\u2019s condition progresses, it will become increasingly difficult for them to comprehend regular conversations.\u00a0 So when you are giving them directions, make each step as simple as possible. You may want to also slow down your speech slightly. If the elder is still having trouble figuring out what you are saying, repeat the same directions word-for-word.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Establish a routine.<\/strong> People with Alzheimer\u2019s disease typically do not like to be surprised. Establishing a consistent routine will prevent your loved one from becoming agitated because of an unknown addition to their day. The routine should include their bedtime and wake time, as well as the times they eat their meals.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Get help.<\/strong> There is no reason you should have to care for your loved one alone. A <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/extendedfamilycare.com\/allentown\/home-care-services\/\"   title=\"home care\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"153\">home care<\/a> provider can be hired to assist with the caregiving responsibilities in order to take some of the stress off of your shoulders.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>With these tips you will be able to help your parent stay healthy while they cope with Alzheimer\u2019s disease.<\/p>\n<h3>If you are considering\u00a0home care in Emmaus, PA, contact the caring staff at Extended Family Care of Allentown. Call today at (610) 200-6097.<\/h3>\n<p>Source: \u00a0http:\/\/elderhelpers.org\/blog\/<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Home Care in Emmaus PA: Caring for an elderly parent with Alzheimer\u2019s disease can be a full-time job, especially as their condition progresses. 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