Memory care focuses on what an individual is capable vs. not able to do, to improve the quality of life for the person with memory problems. For those with Alzheimer's disease or other kinds of dementia our program encourages people with memory issues to enjoy life, while also offering education and family support.
A Life Care Manager can help people with dementia:
get the correct diagnosis
develop a support system to prepare and plan for the future
encourage the person with dementia to take an active role in their condition
customize a plan of care to meet the individual’s needs. It’s important to remember that everyone experiences dementia and its progression in their own way.
offer suggestions to allow the person with dementia to be able to lead active and fulfilled lives
coach the family and care providers on ways to communicate with people with dementia
assure a safe environment for memory care Pittsburgh
improve the symptoms and slow the progression of the disease
cope with changes in behavior
offer recommendations when driving becomes a concern
monitor money management and financial safety
familiar with methods to recommend when the person will not accept help
Early signs that you may need memory care:
Memory Loss that may disrupt your life V.S. sometimes forgetting appointments and remembering later
Challenges in planning or solving problems V.S. making occasional errors balancing a check book
Difficulty in completing a familiar task V.S. occasionally needing help to work the TV remote
Confusion with time or place V.S. forgetting the day of the week/date but remembering later
Memory Care Pittsburgh services with Holistic Aging can save you time, money, and the frustration of figuring out the system. If you would like assistance from educated licensed, certified professionals contact us directly at 412-486-6677 or through our contact form.