Information To Help You With Memory Care

| Thursday, June 5, 2014
By Rue Nichols


You might notice several assisted living communities having a section dedicated to "memory care" which is likely to make you wonder what it means. It is probably because Americans having some level or type of dementia number to more than five million hence the creation of memory care to best serve the needs of those with dementia.

Dementia is a loss of cognitive function beyond the changes that are normal in an aging adult. There are many types of dementia, although Alzheimer's disease is the most common form of this disease. Not only are those with dementia troubled with memory problems, it also can affect their behavior adversely. People with dementia can be very depressed and angry, in addition to being easily confused and forgetful.

As those suffering from dementia are otherwise with good health, having them in assisted living therefore can be a good option particularly those adults with dementia but with no serious health issues. Some more small board and care homes accept adults with dementia and memory problems. These facilities employ staff trained especially for handling the needs and behavior of adults with Alzheimer's and dementia. Also, these facilities and apartments are sure to be safe and without stress for its residents.

A spouse or child often takes on the day-to-day responsibilities of caring for someone with dementia. While there are many strategies that are quite helpful in managing care of someone with dementia, as dementia progresses it can be difficult to care for your spouse or parent. Sometimes, they will not even recognize a spouse or child anymore, and become angry or fearful in their surroundings. This can be a good time to consider assisted living.

You can be sure that the daily needs will be met and your loved one be with a secured environment in an assisted living facility. Grooming, bathing and toileting needs, along with regular medication needs are addressed appropriately and on time through the staff members. At the same time there are healthy meals served daily. Loved ones with dementia also can be part of social activities and enjoy amenities in assisted living communities.

To deal with dementia can be tough enough for those involved while to find a great assisted living facility or board and care home also adds to the difficulty. With Care Placement the process becomes easier because this eldercare placement service gives specialized quality and pre-screened care homes or facilities able to address the many needs while considering your financial constraints. Whether in San Diego or Orange County, contact Care Placement now for that apt facility for your loved one.




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