Posts Tagged ‘dementia care at home’
What Is Homemaker & Companion Care? Benefits, Services, & How It Works
Caring for an aging parent or relative doesn’t always require medical treatment—but it does require time, structure, safety, and support. That’s where homemaker and companion care comes in. These non-medical services help older adults stay independent at home by combining practical help (meals, tidying, errands) with meaningful companionship (conversation, engagement, supervision for safety). For Long Island families, it’s a flexible way to fill the daily gaps that make home life feel easier, safer, and more connected.
Read MoreCareMatch Plus Caregiver Matching: How We Find the Perfect In-Home Caregiver for Your Loved One
Finding the right caregiver is one of the most important decisions your family will make. Skills and experience are essential—but so are personality, trust, and connection. That’s why Family First Home Companions created the CareMatch Plus program—a proven, personalized approach to matching your loved one with a caregiver who feels like family.
Read MoreHow to Communicate with a Loved One Who Has Alzheimer’s
Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease comes with many challenges, but one of the most difficult — and important — is communication. As the disease progresses, the ability to express thoughts, follow conversations, or understand language can decline, leaving both the person with dementia and their family members feeling frustrated, confused, or disconnected.
Read More10 Early Warning Signs of Dementia and When to Seek Help at Home
Dementia is not a specific disease but a general term for the impaired ability to remember, think, or make decisions that interferes with daily life. Early detection is key to accessing the right dementia care services and planning for long-term support. In this blog, we’ll walk you through 10 early warning signs of dementia and offer guidance on when it may be time to consider in-home dementia care.
Read MoreHome Modifications for Dementia Care: A Room-by-Room Guide
Caring for a loved one with dementia requires more than emotional and physical support—it also involves creating a safe, structured, and comfortable living environment. Home modifications can help reduce confusion, prevent accidents, and promote independence. This room-by-room guide will help caregivers adapt a home for someone with dementia, ensuring safety and ease of navigation.
Read MoreIs It Okay to Lie to My Loved One with Dementia? How to Navigate Difficult Conversations, Refusals, and Repetitive Questions
Dementia affects the brain’s ability to process and retain new information, leading to confusion, memory loss, and disorientation. Over time, individuals with dementia may struggle to differentiate between past and present, forget significant life events, or misinterpret their surroundings. In these moments, insisting on the “truth” can sometimes lead to distress, agitation, or unnecessary confrontation.
This is where the concept of therapeutic lying or compassionate communication comes into play. Instead of focusing on absolute truth, caregivers must prioritize their loved one’s emotional state and sense of security.
Read MoreOur Latest Video: What Are Alternative Treatments for Dementia
Medications aren’t everything. Learn how alternative treatments help to manage anxiety and agitation in dementia and keep your loved ones supported. Dementia often brings about a lot of behavioral symptoms, which can include anxiety, agitation, even aggression. And medications can only go so far with addressing these issues.
Read MoreJanuary Is Glaucoma Awareness Month: Educating and Supporting Older Adults
January is Glaucoma Awareness Month, an essential time to shed light on this vision-threatening condition that disproportionately affects older adults. Glaucoma is known as the “silent thief of sight” because it often develops without noticeable symptoms until significant vision loss has occurred. With early detection and proper management, however, the progression of glaucoma can be slowed, preserving quality of life for those affected. For seniors, the support of in-home caregivers can be a vital part of managing this condition effectively.
Read More5 Technology Tools for Dementia Care at Home
Technology has become a valuable ally, offering tools and apps specifically designed to assist with dementia care. From memory aids to safety monitoring devices, these solutions provide practical support for both individuals with dementia and their caregivers.
Read MoreCaring For a Loved One with Early-Stage Dementia
Early-stage dementia, the initial phase of a progressive condition, presents unique challenges for families and caregivers. Unlike advanced stages, individuals in the early stage often retain significant independence but may experience memory lapses, difficulty concentrating, and emotional changes. Caring for a loved one with early-stage dementia requires a proactive and compassionate approach, with a focus on personalized care and emotional resilience.
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