DAILY CARE OF THE ALZHEIMER'S PATIENT

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Home Care Assistance Franklin MI

The daily care of a loved one with Alzheimer's can be hard at times. The way that you care for the person will depend not only on the symptoms that the person exhibits but also the progression or stage of Alzheimer's that the person is in. However, there are certain daily routines and care habits that can help you in your role as a caregiver.

1. It is important to understand that having a healthy diet and regular exercise routine is essential for those with Alzheimer's. It is good for their overall health and will help them to stay focused.

2. There must be structure to your day. Even the smallest deviation can confuse and upset a person with Alzheimer's, especially when they are in the later stages. By doing the same daily routine, you can help them not to become confused at the activities.

4. When planning activities for the person, keep them as simple as possible. Also, you may have to provide cues for the person. Label drawers and cabinets to let them know what goes in where. This way they can do basic activities like putting away dishes or getting a glass of water alone.

5. You will notice as you are caring for the person that they have better parts of the days than others. They may have good mornings and not so good afternoons. Plan the daily activities around these time periods. When they are having a not so good time, that may be a good time of the day to rest or watch a television program, nothing too strenuous.

• 6. Make sure that you are keeping the person from being able to harm himself or herself. This may involve some things. You may have to hide their car keys or lighters and matches. You may also have to place some bell or alarm on doors so that you know when they are going outside. If they get outside without your knowledge, they may wander off before you can get to them.

• 7. Make some time for yourself. While it may not seem like this is a part of the person's care, it is. Your health and well-being are just as important. It is a stressful job, so carving out a small time during the day just for you is crucial.

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• When families want only the highest level of quality care for an aging parent, grandparent or loved one, they choose Home Care Assistance of Franklin. Whether care and companionship is needed a few hours a day or 24/7 monitoring is required for specialty Alzheimer’s, dementia, stroke or Parkinson’s care, you can rely on Home Care. Simply dial (248) 283-0835 and schedule a complimentary, risk free in-home consultation.

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