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Alzheimer's and Dementia Home Care
Homecare Consultants Unlimited is dedicated to supporting clients living with Alzheimer's
and Dementia. Our Alzheimer's/Dementia specialized staff comes with the knowledge
provided from actual in home services as well as through the focused programs of the
"Alzheimer's Care Academy™" and "Dementia Care Professionals of America".
Alzheimer's Care Academy™ - A premier training program in quality dementia care from the Alzheimer's Association. Created from evidence-based research that is field tested, the Academy provides in-depth training in all key aspects of dementia care.
Dementia Care Professionals of America - This training program is centered around practical training that enhances the knowledge of dementia care and builds upon the professional's current skills.
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At Homecare Consultants Unlimited, we care about the health of our community and clients. This is
why we joined the Alzheimer's Early Detection Alliance (AEDA), a group of corporations, non-profits
and government entities determined to make a difference in the fight against Alzheimer's disease.
Under the leadership of the Alzheimer's Association, this alliance works to educate people
nationwide about the warning signs of Alzheimer's disease and the importance of early detection.
As the Alzheimer's disease progresses, the abilities of a client with dementia will change. Focusing
on special care needs highlighted in the above training programs helps tremendously in providing the adequate daily care expected from a professional home caregiver. As concerned caregivers, we
adapt a daily routine to support these changes with some flexibility, creativity and special problem
solving.
10 Signs of Alzheimer's
1. Loss of memory effecting normal
daily functions
2. Difficulty in working through and
solving problems
3. More challenging to complete
familiar tasks at work, home
or play
4. Confused feeling over time or
with where you are physically
5. Issues in understanding what you
see and with orientation or depth
of perception
6. Writing and speaking issues
relating to specific words
7. Loosing things and being unable to
go back and find them
8. Judgment issues including
difficulty in making proper decisions
9. Wanting to be alone, away from
people at work or social events
10. Personality/mood changes
that are noticeable
Care Information on Alzheimer's / Dementia from Alzheimer's Association
Financial Matters*
"Money Matters" brochure >> - topics :
1. Getting started
Gathering financial/legal documents
Discussing financial needs and goals
Getting professional assistance
Looking at factors that affect income
2. Costs you may face
3. How to cover the costs
Insurance
Work related and personal resources
Government assistance
Financial help
Support services
Creating a Safe Home*
"Safety at Home" brochure >> - topics :
1. Providing a safe place to live
Limiting access, potentially dangerous places
Adapting to changes in the person's sight
Beware of dangerous objects/substances
Avoiding injury during daily activities
2. Creating a supportive home
3. Safety checklist
Dementia Behavior*
"Behaviors" brochure >> - topics :
1. 3 steps to identify behaviors/causes
Identify and examine the behavior
Explore potential solutions
Try different responses
2. Aggression
3. Anxiety
4. Confusion
5. Repetition
6. Suspicion
7. Wandering
8. Trouble with sleep
10 Tips for Responding to Behaviors*
1. Remain flexible, patient and calm
2. Respond to the emotion, not the behavior
3. Don't argue or try to convince
4. Use memory aids
5. Acknowledge requests and respond to them
6. Look for the reasons behind each behavior
7. Consult a physician to identify any causes
related to medications or illness
8. Explore various solutions
9. Don't take the behavior personally
10. Share your experiences with others
10 Tips for Money Matters*
1. Don't put off talking about finances and future care wishes
2. Organize and review important documents
3. Get help from well qualified financial and legal advisors
4. Estimate possible costs for the entire disease process
5. Look at all of your insurance options
6. Work related salary/benefits and personal property should
be considered as potential income
7. Find out for which government programs you are eligible
8. Learn about income tax breaks that may apply
9. Explore financial assistance you can provide
10. Take advantage of community services
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Homecare Consultants Unlimited - Alzheimer's Home Care
We are a professional home care company with trained and experienced caregivers who provide non-medical
in home health care for persons with Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia.