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Dementia is a general term for a group of degenerative diseases that affect memory, thinking, and daily functioning. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, impacting over 5 million Americans over the age of 65. Individuals with Alzheimer’s experience progressive memory loss and, over time, may lose the ability to perform everyday tasks safely on their own.

At Assisting Hands Home Care, we provide compassionate Alzheimer’s and dementia care in Mount Prospect, IL, and surrounding areas. Our goal is to help seniors remain in the comfort of their own homes while receiving the support they need to live safely, comfortably, and with dignity.

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For compassionate Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care services in Mt. Prospect, IL or the surrounding areas, contact Assisting Hands Home Care at (847) 499-1307.

Memory Care Mt. Prospect, IL

Living with memory loss can be challenging for both seniors and their families. At Assisting Hands Home Care, our memory care services provide compassionate and personal support for seniors with Alzheimer’s, dementia, or other memory-related conditions.

Our caregivers help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and meal preparation while keeping the home safe and comfortable. We also offer medication reminders and gentle guidance to help seniors follow their routines and manage their health confidently.

Beyond practical support, we focus on connection and engagement. Through conversation, games, and meaningful activities, we help stimulate the mind, reduce feelings of confusion or anxiety, and bring moments of joy and purpose to each day.

We work closely with your loved one to meet their needs at home, giving families confidence that their loved ones are supported with kindness, patience, and respect.

Supporting Seniors with Alzheimer’s and Dementia Symptoms

We understand that maintaining a safe, calm, and organized home is critical for seniors with dementia. Our caregivers help reduce clutter, manage noise, and create a comfortable environment. We also encourage seniors to participate in self-care tasks they can handle safely, helping them retain independence and confidence.

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Our caregivers are trained to respond to common symptoms of Alzheimer’s and dementia, including:

Wandering

This is a common symptom of those with Alzheimer’s or dementia as they may start wandering aimlessly, looking for people, items, or food. This wandering can be very dangerous, especially if they manage to leave their home. Our caregivers will engage your loved ones in mentally stimulating activities such as conversation and games to help curb the boredom that leads to wandering and reduce the effects of memory loss. If your loved ones do start to wander, our caregivers will ensure that they stay safe while wandering and don’t leave the home.

Agitation

Those with dementia or Alzheimer’s commonly experience agitation when they sense their loss of control or feel threatened. We will help calm those who become agitated with a loving approach and positive reinforcement. As mentioned above, we can help minimize their sense of a loss of control by engaging them with activities and tasks that they can safely do themselves.

Incontinence

Incontinence is a common symptom in the later stages of Alzheimer’s disease. Those suffering from this disease may forget how to find the bathroom or lose control of their bladder and bowels. Our caregivers can respond to these situations in a respectful way to avoid embarrassing your loved ones. We will ensure that your loved ones get cleaned up whenever there is an accident.

Our caregivers will always make sure to preserve the dignity of your loved ones. It is common for families to hire caregivers to respond to incontinence issues while a family member is present to give their loved one emotional support. This arrangement can be very beneficial for those with Alzheimer’s or dementia. Our home care services can help reduce the frequency of accidents by limiting fluid intake and scheduling a routine for food and drinks.

How Our Dementia Caregivers Support Your Loved Ones

Our staff will meet with you and your loved ones to form a care plan that suits their unique needs. We can help with personal activities of daily living (ADLs) as well as other tasks around the house.

The following are common things that our caregivers can help with:

Personal Care

Those with Alzheimer’s or dementia will lose their ability to provide self-care, including bathing, dressing, and other aspects of personal hygiene. Our caregivers will assist your loved ones with these activities and help them keep up with their personal hygiene.

Meal Preparation

It is dangerous for those with Alzheimer’s or dementia to cook because they may turn the stove on and forget they were cooking. Our caregivers will take care of the meal preparation to ensure that your loved ones get the nutrition they need without having to cook for themselves.

Medication Reminders

Taking medications on time can be challenging for seniors with memory loss. Our caregivers provide gentle reminders and support, helping your loved ones follow their prescribed routines and take their medications as needed.

Companionship

Alzheimer’s and dementia can lead to feelings of isolation, confusion, or anxiety. Our caregivers offer friendly, supportive companionship, engaging your loved ones in conversation, activities, and games that stimulate the mind and bring comfort and connection throughout the day.

Book A Free Assessment With Us For Your Loved One

If your loved one in Mount Prospect, IL is living with Alzheimer’s or dementia, Assisting Hands Home Care is here to help. Our trained caregivers provide compassionate, personal support that helps seniors stay safe, comfortable, and engaged at home.

Call us today at (847) 499-1307 to learn more about our Alzheimer’s and dementia care services and schedule a free consultation.

Reviews from Our Clients

Review by Edward L

Senior Care

Rating 5

I can personally attest to the care and concern that Daniellah brings to your home. I was very fortunate to have her come out for a consultation with my grandmother who is suffering from breast cancer and can tell you that my Gram was over the moon happy with her time with Daniellah. The owner’s bedside manner and warm demeanor makes her a joy to work with. Her caregivers are carefully selected to reflect the values that Dani herself exemplifies. I can not say enough good about her and will recommend her office to all of my family & friends! Thanks guys

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Senior Care

Rating 5

In such a short time, Allison has become an essential part of my mother’s daily morning routine. Allison is my mother’s friend and protector. Her gentle and caring style bless my mother every morning during her check in to ensure that all of her needs and safety are met. Allison helps my mother with light jobs around her condo, runs errands with her, and encourages my mother to do stimulating activities such as puzzles and reading. Allison is a natural caregiver and genuinely cares about my mother’s well-being. My family is so grateful for her presence.

Key FAQs About Home Care

When a loved one needs care, there’s a sense of urgency for many families. Finding a reliable and trustworthy caregiver to come into your home is not easy, but an agency can take the guesswork out of the process. Assisting Hands Home Care in Glenview hires and screens all of our caregivers. When we find the right caretaker match for a client, it gives all family members peace of mind knowing that they or their loved one is in good hands.

Additional benefits of working with a home care agency include:

Concierge service: At Assisting Hands, we screen and vet caregivers for you, working daily to recruit and train the best. Given our experience and background, we’re equipped to find caregivers that fit best with your family’s needs.

Backup care:If a caregiver is unable to show up to their scheduled shift, home care agencies will find a replacement so families can rest assured they’ll always have coverage.

Specialized care:Home care agencies offer caregivers who are trained to work with patients with Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and other conditions that require additional skills or limit mobility.

Streamlined billing:Home care agencies will handle the payroll, taxes, and employment verification for each caregiver.

Personal injury protection:Our caregivers are insured and bonded, which protects against theft from the patient and any injuries incurred by the caregiver. Agency caregivers are also eligible for worker’s compensation, whereas private caregivers are not, requiring the family to pay for damages in the event of injury.

The added benefits of working with a home care agency are the reason for the price differential. Though the cost of a private caregiver is typically about 20-30% less than working with an agency, families must take on additional work including training, hiring, and handling payroll — and that all comes after the challenging process of finding a trustworthy, reliable caregiver.

All of our caregivers are Assisting Hands employees, meaning they’re prescreened, trained, and on our payroll. The less footwork required, the sooner you’ll find care for your loved one.

Absolutely! Ongoing professional development is part of our commitment to elevating the profession of caregiving.

Our caregivers are required to go through annual training that covers specialized care for many conditions including strokes, Parkinson's, and dementia. Caregiving is a holistic profession, and to that end, training sessions also include topics like death and dying. A Certified Dementia Practitioner oversees each training program, offering insight into both the physical and emotional needs of dementia clients.

All our caregivers are trained to handle numerous daily tasks, including:

Manage personal care, bathing and toileting

Assist with ambulation and transfers

Manage emergencies and provide emergency care

Detect and report abuse

Identify the signs of a stroke

Assisting Hands Home Care is licensed through the Illinois Department of Public Health. This means that you automatically get insurance and protections, including:

Compliance with IDPH guidelines regarding caregiver training, intake procedures, supervision, and scope of care.

A professional Coordination Team

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A family caregiver can provide temporary relief and help their loved ones save money on the cost of patient care. While giving your time and energy is noble and provides comfort and familiarity for the care recipient, there are also disadvantages.

Family caregivers are prone to stress, and often make personal sacrifices due to the high demands of the job. This can also be detrimental to their mental and physical health. To avoid burnout, it’s okay to ask for help.

There are many options available. Choosing respite care services, in which a caregiver will share the responsibilities of caring for the loved one, can create a healthy balance and be a good middle ground.

Home care and home health care have different scopes of service. The primary difference is that home health care includes medical care assistance, while home care involves a number of non-medical services that make care recipients feel more comfortable and safer in their homes.

The scope of services covered by home care include:

Personal care, such as feeding, bathing, incontinence care, and personal hygiene maintenance
Senior transportation
Meal preparation
Light housekeeping
Transferring for clients who are unsafe to move on their own The scope of services covered by home health care include:
Injections
Blood testing
Medication management
Wound care

When you contact Assisting Hands for your initial assessment, one of our experts can help determine which type of care is the best fit for your loved one.

For some of our clients, long-term care insurance is the best option when paying for home care. If you think long-term care insurance is a possibility, start by reviewing your policy to see if you have a home care benefit.

Our agency has experience working with the major LTC companies including Genworth, John Hancock, and C.N.A., among others. Our team submits care notes and invoices weekly, so you can receive timely reimbursement for your services.

Make sure you’re familiar with the policy holder’s coverage limits and the costs your policy covers. Some insurance companies require a waiting period of one to three months after receiving assistance before families are allowed access to funds, so make sure your timing is correct.

A line of credit is another popular option to pay for care. It can provide a quick source of funds to cover the cost of care while waiting for long-term care insurance or Veteran Aid to take effect. During the signing process, the borrower will pay an unused line fee, known as an annualized percentage on the money not withdrawn. You should also know that lines of credit require collateral, such as a house, annuity, car, or savings account. This is required for security purposes, should the borrower not pay back the loan.

Assisting Hands is proud to be a preferred provider for the VA. Care is an important responsibility, and we take our role as a community provider very seriously. Contact your TK to find out more about your eligibility.

Our goal is to provide as much consistency as possible. While we cannot always guarantee that your loved one will have the same caregiver, we can assure you that our team will communicate any changes to your family as soon as possible. You will not have to worry about someone new showing up to your home without being notified first by one of our team members..

Yes! We have an online portal where families can view caregiver notes, invoices, and upcoming caregiver schedules. We value transparency and clarity in all we do.

Assisting Hands Home Care is licensed through the Illinois Department of Public Health. The added value of a home care agency include the following:

Illinois Department of Public Health Licensing: Complies with IDPH guidelines regarding caregiver training, intake procedures, supervision, scope of care, etc.

Caregivers are Legal Employees: At Assisting Hands all caregivers are our employees. We cover appropriate employment taxes & make sure we comply with laws regarding overtime, benefits, etc.

Insurance: Assisting Hands is responsible for holding liability and workers’ compensation insurance. Although caregivers work in your home, we are responsible for the work they do.

Professional Coordination Team: 1) All of our staff are Certified Dementia Practitioners. 2) Expertise in hiring and match caregivers with client needs 3) Monitor caregiver arrival, departure, and care notes 4) Quarterly visits to assure quality of care 5) Easy billing and printed invoices to submit for tax purposes

Concierge Service: Changes are common in home care. Our care team can adjust to changes seamlessly. Your loved one may require more care after a hospitalization or less care on their road to recovery. Our Assisting Hands team can ensure that the management is off your plate and in our hands. Think of us as your concierge for home care services.

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