Taking care of someone who has dementia can be quite the challenge. Each day can present its own set of difficulties. Some days can be easier than the others. However, there may come a time when you aren’t sure what to do to provide the best care for your elderly loved one if they have dementia. With that being said, there are some tips that can help you to better care for your elderly loved one if they have this disease.  

Avoiding Crowded, Noisy Places 

Most people who have dementia struggle in crowded, noisy places. If you have somewhere you need to go that will have a lot of people or be quite loud, it may be best if your elderly loved one doesn’t go with you. You can have a home care provider stay with them until you can get back. If needed, you may want to consider having senior care providers stay with your elderly loved one regularly.  

Involving Your Elderly Loved One 

If you are caring for your elderly loved one and they have dementia, it would be good if you could keep them involved in activities. While you may need to remember the tip above when doing so, it can help your elderly loved one’s cognitive state to have them stay actively involved in family events and other activities. If you feel that you will need help to keep an eye on your elderly loved one while they are taking part in these events or activities, you can get home care providers to help.  

Go to a Support Group 

Your elderly loved one is not the only one who is dealing with dementia. The disease is affecting you, as well. There are many family members of people who have dementia that don’t think they should be looking for help for themselves. They believe their elderly loved one needs all the care and support. Yes, your elderly loved one does need extra care. However, you also need to take care of your own mental health. Attending a support group for family members of those with dementia may be beneficial.  

Conclusion 

These are some of the tips that can help you to better care for your elderly loved one if they have dementia. If you have more questions about this disease, you should talk to your elderly loved one’s doctor. If you need additional help in caring for your elderly loved one, don’t hesitate to get help from home care providers.  

If you or an aging loved-one is considering home care in Hillsborough, FL please contact the caring staff at Healthy Services Of Tampa, Inc today. 813-932-9922 

Sources 

https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/getting-help-alzheimers-caregiving