Understanding Dementia Care
Alzheimer's or Dementia
Dementia is often viewed as a progressive, incurable, and fatal disease, with care created based on decline and disability. At Capstone Home Care we will develop a unique plan of care that focuses on abilities and not decline; one that focuses on living as meaningful of a life as possible. The goal of in-home dementia support is to strengthen overall well-being and to adjust to each client needs and to help ensure independence and dignity through this disease process.
With that being said, our staff receives ongoing training to better serve our Alzheimer's and Dementia clients and their families.
Completing a home assessment is essential in providing supportive dementia care services focused on safety around the home.
Promoting independence by modifying approaches to an activity.
Recognize and avoiding Triggers
Allowing time for the person to participate in their engagement activities at the right time and the right amount.
Arranging closets and drawers to promote successful independence,
Looking for reactions to the environment, like temperature or noise Knowing when it is time for quiet and rest.
Staying engaged in physical activity to promote circulation and muscle strength.
Appropriate hydration and nutrition and medication reminders.