A caregiver who is skilled, patient, kind and sensitive to each client’s needs will be able to provide Alzheimer’s care. The caregivers who are assigned to Alzheimer’s or dementia cases are trained to be individualized to each client’s specific needs.
We often discover that with our clients with dementia:
- Assessments must be more thorough and include many factors, including the environment and symptoms such as sundowning and delirium. They also need to consider the client’s unique social history.
- It is important to plan ahead for daily activities that are meaningful and provide stimulation for cognition, mobility, exercise, and other functions.
- The management of medication may be an important component in reducing symptoms and improving your quality of life.
