Social distancing measures meant to curb the spread of COVID-19 have been difficult for many of us, but they have been especially hard on our seniors who may be feeling more isolated than ever – especially if their loved ones are unable to see them as often as they’d like.
Caring for individuals afflicted with Alzheimer’s or other dementia, or having a physical or mental disability requires proper knowledge and experience. We select caregivers that have experience working with clients affected by these conditions and provide them with additional training to ensure that we can provide the best care. Why VERA Home Care? We take …
What is the Service? We are proud to provide home care support and companionship right at your home. VERA Home Care Support Services help our clients to continue living in their own homes for as long as possible. For example, it can provide support with everyday tasks such as getting in and out of bed, …
People with Alzheimer’s typically live four to eight years after the disease is confirmed, though some may live with the disease for up to two decades. If you are familiar with these stages it will help you to identify the behaviors your loved one is exhibiting, learn how to address them, and update his or her primary care physician.
Now, I have peace of mind knowing that my mom is being well-cared for. She still gets sick of course but I don’t have to wonder if I could have done something different to prevent her illnesses.
When thinking of dementia, most of us think about memory loss but this is only one of the six ways dementia can change how our mind works. To receive a diagnosis of dementia, you need to have your cognition change in two of the following six ways: Complex Attention Executive Functioning Memory Language (expressive and …
