How Do I Become a Power of Attorney for a Spouse with Dementia?
Becoming a power of attorney (POA) for a spouse with dementia involves several steps to ensure you have legal authority to make decisions on their behalf.
Becoming a power of attorney (POA) for a spouse with dementia involves several steps to ensure you have legal authority to make decisions on their behalf.
Because the senior living journey looks different for every person and every family moving into a memory care community, there is no one-size-fits-all approach, but there are some general guidelines that can help.
Memory-care patients can be a source of memories about ancestors they may soon forget they have, so now is the time to work on preserving their memories to pass on to family.
Caregiving is not easy—not for the caregiver and not for the person receiving care. Respite care provides short-term relief for primary caregivers, giving them time to rest, travel, or spend time with other family and friends.
People with Alzheimer’s need to be active and do things they enjoy. However, activities they used to enjoy may become challenging for them as the disease worsens.
There is no universal rule to govern the frequency and extent of visits. Staying flexible, consulting the community’s staff, and bringing a heart of love will ensure a visit that is meaningful to both you and your loved one!