A dementia care facility is a residence that specializes in caring for people who are no longer able to think, remember, or make decisions to live safely and do everyday activities on their own. These facilities have the amenities, systems, and trained caregivers required to make the lives of dementia sufferers much better.
Most people don’t fully understand the mental, emotional, and physical toll that people with dementia experience on a day-to-day basis. This condition isn't easy. What makes it worse is that it cannot be cured. It is a progressive condition, which means it will get worse eventually!
Why is homecare not enough?
If you have loved ones who have been diagnosed with this condition and they start displaying behaviors that are very uncharacteristic of them, then you understand how difficult it can be to continue caring for them. Most dementia sufferers are hard to handle because they exhibit outbursts from agitation, which is usually caused by pain or discomfort, changes in the environment, lack of sleep, loneliness, overstimulation, routine disruption, and other such factors.
While dementia seems like a hopeless condition, it can still be managed if you know what to do. But most families are ill-equipped; they simply don’t have the training, knowledge, and experience to adequately care for dementia sufferers. If this sounds like you, sending your loved ones to a dementia care facility may be the best decision going forward!
Assisted living: A home-like environment
There are many different dementia care facilities across the country and they vary in terms of scope, the services they provide, and how much they cost. But their goal is the same. They provide programs to delay the progression of dementia and make the lives of their residents dignified, better, and meaningful in a setting that feels like home. These facilities strive to provide a safe and comfortable environment.
Providing different activities
One of the common misconceptions about dementia care units is that residents just stay idly inside their rooms all day long. They don't have to do anything because they have caregivers doing everything for them. This could not be farther from the truth. The daily lives of residents are actually packed with activities to stimulate their minds, get them moving, and help them socialize with others.
Creating personalized programs
Because each dementia condition is unique, programs and care plans must be personalized. This way, they can address the different needs of the residents. This includes other medical conditions as well.
About the Company
Seasons Alzheimer’s Care and Assisted Living in San Antonio, TX headed by leading physical therapist – Mona Talukdar. The organization offers a home-like environment, high-end care and medical support as well as dignified living facilities to its residents, especially those suffering from debilitating memory disorders like Alzheimer’s disease, dementia and more.
