As your loved one gets older things change and they are bound to need more care. However, if things progress in a way you did not foresee, they may end up needing specialized care. Your loved one may have been diagnosed with Dementia or Alzheimer’s and if that is the case they will need care that has had experience with these types of seniors. Dementia home care can be especially helpful even if you are an adult child acting as a caregiver.
Here are some signs that you and your loved one may need more help around the house.
Seniors Are Wandering
Unfortunately, if you are an adult child on your own it can be really hard to keep an eye on your senior mom or dad all the time. They may start wandering, they may think they have an appointment or need to go somewhere, and they get lost on their way. They may go out in the middle of the day or night and have no idea where they are. This seems harmless but it can be really bad and scary for your loved one. They may not be able to find their way home, they may walk into the middle of traffic or any number of things. Dementia home care can help ensure that your loved one is watched and has a person with them throughout the day. Between you and a part-time caregiver, you will always have someone around to help your loved one and keep wandering to a minimum. Someone will also always know where your mom or dad is supposed to be which can be so relieving when caring for your elderly parent.
They Need More Help in the Middle of the Night
Sometimes, one of the unfortunate things about having a progressive disease like Alzheimer’s is that a senior’s internal clock can change. They may start sundowning or getting up in the evening rather than going to bed at that time. It can be super hard to change this habit and you may be worried about things while you sleep. If that is happening in your home you need to consider hiring someone to stay up and watch or help your senior loved one. Even if they are not going to bed but they are getting up repeatedly in the middle of the night it can be a sign your loved one needs dementia home care.
A Senior Starts Forgetting Important Things
Seniors with Dementia or Alzheimer’s may forget to bathe, brush their teeth, and even eat. These seem like small things and maybe you’re not worried about these things, but each of them does impact the quality of life your senior lives. By ensuring these basic needs are met you are also ensuring they stay comfortable and they are as healthy as possible while they choose to age in place.
Your Loved One Can No Longer Manage Their Schedule
As a senior gets older they will likely have more health problems they need to manage and that means more appointments. They may not be able to drive and if they suffer from this progressive disease they may start forgetting what they are supposed to be doing. Dementia home care can help them save a binder filled with notes for the doctor and manage their schedules so they know when a senior needs a checkup.
If you or an aging loved one are considering Dementia Home Care Services in South Hills PA please get in touch with the caring staff at Extended Family Care Pittsburgh today. Call 412-241-7292
Extended Family Care Pittsburgh is a Trusted Home Care Agency in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania including Allegheny County, Beaver County, Butler County, Fayette County, Mercer County, Washington County, North Hills, South Hills, Fox Chapel, Monroeville, Murrysville, Oakland, Plum Boro, Squirrel Hill.
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