What can I do to help?
When a loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia or are just no longer in a position to live alone, this can be an upsetting process and make you feel helpless about what you can do. However, you can take many different steps to make sure that your elderly loved one is taken care of and is given all of the support and help they may need.
What can I do to help those with dementia or Alzheimer’s?
If you wonder, ‘How can I help someone with dementia or Alzheimer’s?’, the most important thing is to help them find the assistance they need to live a happy and comfortable life.
Things you can do
Arrange domiciliary care – Home care is often the best care plan for those with early stages of dementia or Alzheimer’s. Having someone pay a visit to their house multiple times a day to ensure they are safe and help them with everyday tasks will help guarantee their safety while keeping them in the security of their own home.
Arrange live-in care – If their Alzheimer’s and or dementia is past the early stages where they can no longer live by themselves, live-in care is the best option for them. By having an experienced carer residing in their home 24-7, you can rest easy knowing your loved one will have the assistance and safety they need when they need it.
What can I do to help the elderly through winter?
Winter can be a challenging time for the elderly. As outdoor access becomes limited, elderly people can often feel lonely and isolated from the outside world. However, there are many small steps that you can take to ensure that your loved one keeps safe during the winter months and in cold weather.
How to help the elderly through winter:
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Make sure their home is well insulated
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Adequately supply them with appropriate warm clothing to go out in
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Grit the road in icy conditions to prevent falls
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Supply them with the correct medications, pain killers, and that they have their flu jab
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Make sure they are eating a healthy, balanced diet
For more information on how the elderly can keep themselves safe during winter, click here.
How to find the right care for you or your relative
1. Find your local office
Bluebird Care delivers care from locally based offices, find yours to start your care journey today.
2. Get in touch with us
Fill in our call back form or give us a call to find out how we can help you.
3. Assessment
We’ll come out to you to find out what you or your loved one needs to help stay independent at home.
4. Care team chosen & care starts
You'll be cared for by our specially trained team to support you to remain at home for as long as possible.
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