Alzheimer’s disease – How We Can Help

One of the most common conditions found in seniors is Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of Dementia and a condition that we come across on a daily basis with many of our clients.  The typical warning signs of Alzheimer’s are memory loss, and thinking and behavior issues. According to the Alzheimer’s Association the disease accounts for 60 to 80 percent of Dementia cases.  

There are several steps that you can take to make the process of caring for someone suffering from Alzheimer’s condition a little bit easier. 

1) Limit their frustrations

• Reduce stress by limiting the choices that the senior has to make while still involving them in the decisions of everyday living. 
• Reduce the amount of distractions that the senior faces throughout the day allowing them to keep their mind clear.
• Provide them with instructions to complete a task that are easy to understand and remember.
• Be patient with the senior and allow them to still be involved in the activities that they enjoy.

2) Be Cautious 

• Alzheimer’s disease can increase the likelihood of a fall so make sure that the senior always has a clear path to transition throughout the day. 
• Alzheimer’s disease has also been linked to wandering.  Make sure to keep a close eye on the senior at all times.
• Keep dangerous items out of the seniors reach (example: medicine, knifes, firearms) 

Living with Alzheimer’s disease can be emotionally and physically draining on both the senior who is suffering, and their family.  Having a caregiver who is both patient and understands how to limit the risk of injury throughout the day is vital.  If you are interested in finding out more information on Alzheimer’s disease, and how to make the home safer to support this condition please contact us today. 

Alzheimer’s is more than just a condition we write about and work around.  We are passionate about providing quality in-home care services to the Alzheimer’s community and also supporting the mission to find a cure.  Recently, we participated in the Walk to End Alzheimer’s that took place along the scenic Riverfront in Wilmington, DE.  The event raised millions of dollars to support Alzheimer’s research in an effort to find a cure.  Visit our Facebook page to see pictures from this rewarding and uplifting day.