Dementia Care

Guidance from a professional caregiver can help your family find the right balance of in-home memory and personal care to adapt to this unpredictable illness.

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Dementia care is specialized support for individuals diagnosed with dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, and other forms of cognitive impairment. The goal of dementia care is to help individuals maintain their independence for as long as possible while providing a safe, comfortable environment. At Wade’s Home Care LLC, we provide companion care and personal care tailored to the specific needs of individuals with dementia, focusing on both their physical and emotional well-being.

Key Aspects of Dementia Care:

1. Memory Support:

• Reminders for Daily Tasks: Caregivers assist with reminders for daily routines such as taking medications, meals, and personal hygiene.

• Cognitive Stimulation: Activities like reading, puzzles, and memory games are used to engage the mind and help maintain cognitive function.

2. Personal Care Assistance:

• Help with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): Caregivers assist with tasks such as dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting, ensuring the individual remains comfortable and dignified.

• Mobility Assistance: Helping clients with walking, transfers, and using mobility aids, reducing the risk of falls and injuries.

3. Behavioral Support:

• Managing Changes in Behavior: Dementia often brings about mood swings, aggression, or confusion. Caregivers are trained to handle these changes with patience and understanding.

• Creating a Calm Environment: Providing a structured, predictable routine and reducing environmental stressors to promote peace and minimize agitation.

4. Social Engagement and Companionship:

• Providing Emotional Support: Many individuals with dementia experience feelings of isolation or frustration. Companions offer emotional reassurance and companionship to help alleviate these feelings.

• Meaningful Activities: Engaging in activities that are both enjoyable and cognitively stimulating, like crafts, music, or walks, can improve mood and well-being.

5. Safety Monitoring:

• Preventing Wandering: Many people with dementia experience wandering behavior. Caregivers ensure safety by monitoring the environment and providing supervision to prevent unsafe situations.

• Home Safety Modifications: Making sure the home is secure and free from hazards that could cause injury, such as removing tripping hazards or installing safety rails.

6. Family Support:

• Respite Care for Family Caregivers: Dementia care is demanding, and family caregivers often need breaks. Our services offer respite, giving family members time for rest while ensuring their loved one is well cared for.

• Care Plan Coordination: We work closely with family members to develop and adjust care

Knowing the types of dementia is important for giving the right care. In-home care services should meet the specific needs of each type, including help with daily tasks and support for physical and emotional health to improve your loved one’s well-being and quality of life.

  • Alzheimer’s disease

  • Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease

  • Frontotemporal dementia

  • Huntington's disease

  • Lewy body dementia

  • Parkinson's disease dementia

  • Vascular dementia

  • Early-onset dementia

  • Help getting dressed

  • Hygiene assistance

  • Light housekeeping

  • Medication reminders

  • Preparing meals

  • Transportation to appointments

  • Walking and mobility assistance

  • Wandering prevention

Types of Dementia

Different Dementia Types and Care Services

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Available Services

Get Started with In-Home Dementia Care

We make it easy to find the appropriate services and the right dementia care provider for your loved one.

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Schedule a Free Home Care Consultation

This free home care consultation will give our caregivers the chance to learn about your loved one and their current needs. At the same time, coordinators will help answer any questions you have about in-home care.

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Create A Customized Care Plan

Following the consultation, Wade’s Home Care LLC will develop a personalized and comprehensive care plan for your loved one.

Meet Your Caregiver

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The final step is matching your loved one with a qualified, knowledgeable, and compassionate care provider. All Wade’s Home Care LLC caregivers have been carefully screened prior to placement.

Meet Your Caregiver

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Our dedicated caregivers will take the time to thoroughly understand your loved one’s unique personal care needs and preferences for comfort and well-being. They will also make an effort to learn all about their favorite hobbies, cherished TV shows, and preferred social activities to ensure they can provide meaningful companionship and maintain a familiar routine that resonates with your loved one.

  • As your loved one’s dementia symptoms evolve and change over time, we will carefully review and make necessary adjustments to the care plan to ensure they receive the highest quality of personal care possible. For example, if your loved one becomes increasingly agitated during the nighttime hours, we may determine that it is appropriate to modify the care plan to include dedicated overnight care and implement additional safety measures to effectively prevent wandering and ensure their well-being.