October 20, 2009
ALZHEIMERS DISEASE AND CARING FOR YOUR ELDERY LOVED ONES BY CAROL CARBUTTI OWNER OF COMFORT KEEPERS AN IN-HOME CAREGIVING BUSINESS IN WALLINGFORD, CT
By Carol Carbutti
Many of our elderly seniors have a common form of dementia called Alzheimers Disease (AD) which negatively impacts the portions of the brain that effect thought, memory and language. Today, as many as 4.5 million people in the United States suffer from varying stages of AD. Our elderly parents may show some symptoms that may be as minor as forgetting names or recent events, but as the disease progresses, the elderly Alzheimers patient may wander, become anxious or even aggressive.
According to Family Caregiver Statistics, nearly 15 million US employees care for an elderly or disabled family member. Out of that 15 million 69% of these caregivers say it affects their health and overall well being. Now about 70% of these US employees rearrange their work life as a result of caring for their elderly senior parent. Then about 40% say caregiving affected their job performance and future promotions.
Caring for an elderly parent will impact your family in many ways. Soon you will notice that you will miss out on more of your children’s activities. Many of your family members and your spouse will start to feel the strain of caring for an elderly parent with Alzheimers. Since you have less time you may also have to put your career opportunities on hold. You will find that caregiving will take a toll on your attendance since you will most likely arrive to work late and have to leave early for doctors appointments or other emergencies. Then your vacation time will probably be used up while trying to maintain your seniors home.
Comfort Keepers of Wallingford, CT can help you manage the care of an elderly loved one with Alzheimers Disease
Most people hope to age safely and comfortably in their own home, including those managing AD. Many elderly Alzheimers patients can safely stay in their own home for a period of time, and that’s where Comfort Keepers can provide caregiving assistance. Many Comfort Keepers companions have been formally trained by local chapters of the Alzheimer’s Association or the Alzheimers Disease Education and Referral Center (ADEAR) in how to provide in-home care for AD patients. It may include:
1. Assisting the senior client with dressing or grooming
2. Aiding the elderly client in communication
3. Improving eating habits with healthy meal planning
4. Enhancing at-home safety by implementing measures to prevent wandering or driving
5. And….much needed respite care for family members who may be primary care providers for the retired Alzheimers patient
For more information contact us at Comfort Keepers office in Wallingford, CT to discuss the care of your loved one. Please call (203) 697-1030 or Email carolcarbutti@comfortkeepers.com
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