At some point, people with Alzheimer’s disease will need help bathing, combing their hair, brushing their teeth, and getting dressed. Because these are private activities, people may not want help. These suggestions may help with everyday care.
After the fuss of holidays, people with Alzheimer’s can feel especially lonely. Post-holiday blues can affect people with Alzheimer’s as well so this is not the time to neglect them.
South Mountain Memory Care’s top priority is the safety of residents, visitors, and staff. Understanding your concerns, we share the following advice from the Centers for Disease Control.
Holiday and other gift shopping can be fun but difficult at times, depending upon the intended recipient. Shopping for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or other dementia can be especially difficult. Finding that “perfect gift” may take some extra thought and creativity, and memory-care experts have provided guidelines to give direction to your holiday shopping for that very special someone.
Most people grow up in homes with pets or acquire pets when they get older. With precautions, Alzheimer’s and other dementia patients can have pets to bring them comfort and companionship.
Being a caregiver is a challenge in and of itself. Many times, caregivers feel they occasionally need caregivers of their own. Local agencies are available in the Lehigh County area that can help take the stress out of worrying if your loved one is being taken care of when you can’t be there.
