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5 Fundamentals Of Taking Care A Senior With Dementia In Houston<\/h2>\n

person with dementia presents many challenges but the task may not be as daunting as you may assume. Whether you are providing care for an elderly loved one or are a professional carer with some knowledge, having the right attitude can often make a huge difference. Education is key to understanding dementia, what to expect and developing the ability to stay positive and remain in control while providing compassionate care.<\/p>\n

Below 5 fundamental elements of caring for a person with dementia that can pave the road to success include.<\/p>\n

1. Accept Advice, Assistance & Support<\/h3>\n

Always remember that it is okay to ask for help whether you are a professional caregiver<\/a> or taking on the task voluntarily. Support groups for family caregivers can be extremely helpful. Getting support allows the carer to know that they are not alone in what they are experiencing and gives them a safe environment in which they can vent their feelings of frustration, anger, and exhaustion. It also provides the opportunity to learn from other carers what works and what doesn’t. Professional caregivers should approach colleagues in their profession when they are faced with challenges or an exceptionally difficult patient.<\/p>\n

2. Be Actively Empathetic<\/h3>\n

Compassion and empathy are two of the cornerstones of caring in all types of relationships but are specifically significant when it comes to providing dementia care. Dementia is often accompanied by confusion about times, dates and locations. This can lead to disorientation which in turn results in aggravation, agitation, and aggression. A caregiver that is understanding and can empathize will resolve a challenging situation quickly.<\/p>\n

3. Being Realistic<\/h3>\n

While it can be difficult for carers, it is important to understand what actually constitutes success throughout the different stages of the progression of the disease. A person who is comfortable, calm and safe defines success. Any caregiver who has provided care for dementia in the past will tell you that there are good days and bad days. A measure of success as a carer is when there are more good days than bad. The good days can however not be forced. It is also critical to be realistic about the progression of the disease. Cognitive degeneration related to diseases resulting in dementia is irreversible and the disease is incurable. The symptoms will continue to get worse over time and improving quality of life is, therefore, the focus in dementia care.<\/p>\n

4. More Than Memory Loss<\/h3>\n

Most people connect diseases like Alzheimer’s<\/a> and dementia with memory loss but are largely unaware of the other symptoms. Personality or behavioral changes may accompany memory loss in frontotemporal dementia and Pick’s disease. The symptoms that are experienced are dependent on the area of the brain that is affected as well as the extent and progression of the disease. Cognitive degeneration can lead to numerous symptoms. For instance, a person who was once reserved and shy may become outspoken and even aggressive or vice versa.<\/p>\n

5. Plan Ahead<\/h3>\n

While routine is very important to a dementia patient, expect dementia care to be anything but routine. This will become more and more apparent as the neurological decline progresses. It is crucial for family caregivers to plan ahead for a time when they will no longer be able to provide the necessary care for their loved ones. Researching the different care options that are available as well as the cost that will be involved is essential. Professional caregivers should be similarly mindful of the future. They need to constantly reassess the needs of the patient as the status and therefore requirements of the patient change.<\/p>\n

Call us<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0contact Assisting Hands Houston<\/a> today with any questions you might have! Visit our blog<\/a>\u00a0for more exciting articles about senior care in Houston.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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