Enjoying the Comforts of Home

When your parent starts aging, it can be a bit traumatic for you; when they suffer from something like dementia, it can turn your entire world upside down. Dementia is a disease in which patients suffer from both memory loss and judgment, which can make their ability to function on their own almost impossible. For instance, a lot of patients who have dementia will forget where they are when they are on a walk, causing them to get lost. To make sure that your parent gets the care that they need, there are different options that you may want to look into. 

In-Home Dementia Care

While your other parent may be completely competent and able to care for your parent with dementia, that's a lot of stress to put on them. Look into hiring an in-home dementia care specialist that will come to their house every day. Not only will these specialists make sure that your parent is safe and taken care of, but they will also work with them on memory skills by playing games and doing certain mental exercises with them. For instance, playing memory matching games can be really good for them cognitively. By having someone come to your parent's house, it will alleviate the hassle of having to move them into a facility, and it will hopefully help reduce any more disorientation on their part by having them remain in a place they are familiar with. 

Dementia Care Facility

Another thing that you can do is send your parent to a dementia care facility where they specialize in dementia and will be monitored 24/7. Although it may not be your number one choice to send your parent to one of these facilities, if you or your other parent can no longer handle the stress of taking care of them on your own, then one of these facilities can ensure that your parent gets the attention that they need. While at one of these facilities, your parent will not only get the attention they need, but they will also usually work with a team of specialists to help improve memory and judgment. While they may not be living in their home anymore, you will be able to visit them as much as you want. 

To learn more about dementia care options, reach out to some specialists and facilities near you today to determine which option is best for you.