Did you know Dementia is not a Normal part of aging? Dementia consists of impairment in multiple areas of cognitive functioning that inhibit one’s ability to function. Also, there are different types of Dementia, so it is important to get an accurate diagnosis of what an individual is dealing with, so it can be dealt […]
Did you know Dementia is not a Normal part of aging? Dementia consists of impairment in multiple areas of cognitive functioning that inhibit one’s ability to function. Also, there are different types of Dementia, so it is important to get an accurate diagnosis of what an individual is dealing with, so it can be dealt with appropriately.
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Did you know that there are many supportive devices to assist with elder care at home? For example, they have Automatic Pill Dispensers that lock, they have electronic reminders, and are easy to use!
Did you know that there are many supportive devices to assist with elder care at home? For example, they have Automatic Pill Dispensers that lock, they have electronic reminders, and are easy to use!
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Today, Owner Amanda Babineau, LCSW, presents to local Northern Virginia elder care communities on topics related to elder care services. One topic is noticing the difference between symptoms of mood disturbance and symptoms of Dementia. There are a lot of similarities and differences, so it can be difficult to know exactly what the cause of […]
Today, Owner Amanda Babineau, LCSW, presents to local Northern Virginia elder care communities on topics related to elder care services. One topic is noticing the difference between symptoms of mood disturbance and symptoms of Dementia. There are a lot of similarities and differences, so it can be difficult to know exactly what the cause of the symptoms are.
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Encouraging elders who struggle with Dementia to do things can be very difficult. It may even seem as though they don’t want to perform certain tasks. However, the likely reason, is that the question or instructions are too complex for them to process. It is important to remember that their brains aren’t processing the same […]
Encouraging elders who struggle with Dementia to do things can be very difficult. It may even seem as though they don’t want to perform certain tasks. However, the likely reason, is that the question or instructions are too complex for them to process. It is important to remember that their brains aren’t processing the same way ours do. Keep questions and instructions simple and use only a few words at a time. For example, “Dinner time”… wait 30 seconds, “let’s stand up now”… wait again, “we are going to the table”. 30 seconds seems like an eternity to us, but research shows it is the amount of time someone with Dementia needs to understand what is being said.
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A story of helping a new client… Our client’s Father and Mother lived with her for years. Her Father was the caretaker for her Mother who had Advanced Dementia. Unfortunately, her Father died suddenly and she was faced with having to navigate a number of things while grieving, taking care of not only her Mother […]
A story of helping a new client… Our client’s Father and Mother lived with her for years. Her Father was the caretaker for her Mother who had Advanced Dementia. Unfortunately, her Father died suddenly and she was faced with having to navigate a number of things while grieving, taking care of not only her Mother but her children, and identifying what her Father was responsible for and overseeing those items. She came to us asking for help, because she felt like she was drowning and didn’t know what to do. After our assessment of her Mother, we were able to suggest and set up Home Care on the weekends. Therefore, someone could take care of her Mother, so she could get a break and spend time with her family. We also found an affordable and well run Assisted Living for respite care, so she can go away for a yearly vacation. While she was away we went to the Assisted Living to ensure her Mother was receiving the exceptional care she deserves. Stories like this show why we are so passionate about helping our neighbors!
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Are you caring for an elder at home? If so, you may find it difficult to take time for yourself. I am not speaking of having the ability to have time to pay bills, run errands, or go to appointments. I am speaking of taking a few hours to meet a friend, go for a […]
Are you caring for an elder at home? If so, you may find it difficult to take time for yourself. I am not speaking of having the ability to have time to pay bills, run errands, or go to appointments. I am speaking of taking a few hours to meet a friend, go for a weekend away, or maybe even go on a week vacation. It is important to take time for yourself every once in a while so you can feel refreshed! There are many options to assist you with this. There are Adult Day Centers, Home Care agencies, and even the option of a respite stay at an Assisted Living. These are all ways you can find time to do something just for you!
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Do you ever find yourself wondering what to talk to an elder about when they are struggling with their mood or memory? Here are some helpful hints: – Reminisce with them about common categories; holidays, seasons, parenting, traveling. – Talk about the present moment; weather, lunch, surroundings. – Take out a magazine or photo album […]
Do you ever find yourself wondering what to talk to an elder about when they are struggling with their mood or memory? Here are some helpful hints:
– Reminisce with them about common categories; holidays, seasons, parenting, traveling.
– Talk about the present moment; weather, lunch, surroundings.
– Take out a magazine or photo album to use as a tool to discuss what you both see in some of the photos and images.
These are some ideas to help you get started in helping an elder engage in conversation in order to continue stimulating their mind.
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We should all try to imagine or even temporarily put ourselves in the shoes of elders. These students have not only tried to gain a better understanding of the experiences of their elders but have also connected with them in a very unique way. https://www.statnews.com/2017/04/28/elderly-gerontology-students-retirement/
We should all try to imagine or even temporarily put ourselves in the shoes of elders. These students have not only tried to gain a better understanding of the experiences of their elders but have also connected with them in a very unique way. https://www.statnews.com/2017/04/28/elderly-gerontology-students-retirement/
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It is not easy to support an older adult with Dementia! Have you ever wondered how to respond to someone with Moderate Dementia… When they reminisce but there is a part of their memory they aren’t remembering correctly? Try not to correct them, just go along with it. When they ask the same question over […]
It is not easy to support an older adult with Dementia!
Have you ever wondered how to respond to someone with Moderate Dementia…
When they reminisce but there is a part of their memory they aren’t remembering correctly? Try not to correct them, just go along with it.
When they ask the same question over and over again? Just answer the question, because telling them they already asked that, will make them feel bad about something they have no control over.
Elder care at home can be exhausting for Caregivers (family and hired professionals). We Care Management, LLC can help support you and brainstorm different approaches to the obstacles you face!
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Reports show that Northern Virginia will have the highest growth rate in its Senior population than any other part of our Nation over the next 10 to 20 years. Therefore, there will be a greater need for eldercare planning and support in navigating resources. Start planning now and build a relationship with our team of […]
Reports show that Northern Virginia will have the highest growth rate in its Senior population than any other part of our Nation over the next 10 to 20 years. Therefore, there will be a greater need for eldercare planning and support in navigating resources. Start planning now and build a relationship with our team of experts who support seniors in their current and/or future process of aging in place.
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