The day-to-day challenges of providing care for a loved one with Alzheimer’s are continually evolving. Today, the difficulty might be frustration with the lack of ability to communicate effectively. Tomorrow, it could be wandering and wanting to go “home.” There can be sleepless nights if sundowning is an issue, or aggressive actions and words originating from seemingly nowhere.
Through all of it, Alzheimer’s safety at home is key, and that begins with ensuring the home environment is conducive to the distinct needs of someone with Alzheimer’s. A great starting point is to take a quick walk-through appraisal of your home to look for issues such as tripping hazards (cords, clutter, loose throw rugs, etc.), insufficient lighting, or the unsafe storage of hazardous items (cleaning products, knives, etc.).
Then, put into action any or all of these ideas from our experts in dementia care in Edwardsville, IL and the surrounding areas:
Morning Glory Home Care‘s knowledgeable care professionals are available to perform a walk-through of your house as well and make additional suggestions to increase comfort and safety for someone with dementia. Reach out to us at 618-667-8400 to find out more about our top-rated home and dementia care in Edwardsville, IL and the surrounding communities.
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