Dementia Care at Home
Specialized Support from Helping Hands Homecare
When a family member is diagnosed with dementia, it can feel overwhelming trying to ensure they receive the specialized care and support they need. Helping Hands Homecare has extensive experience providing individualized in-home dementia care that promotes safety, dignity and comfort. Read on to learn more about our services.
Understanding the Types of Dementia
Dementia is a general term for cognitive decline caused by damage to the brain. There are several different types, each with their own symptoms and disease progression.
Alzheimer’s Disease
The most common cause of dementia, Alzheimer’s disease leads to memory loss and confusion as well as changes in behavior and personality. It results from abnormal protein deposits in the brain.
Vascular Dementia
Caused by reduced blood flow to the brain from stroke or blood vessel damage. It leads to issues with problem-solving, focus and reasoning.
Lewy Body Dementia
Abnormal protein deposits form “Lewy bodies” in the brain, leading to movement issues, visual hallucinations and fluctuating cognition.
Frontotemporal Dementia
Primarily affects the frontal and temporal lobes of the brain. This causes changes in personality, behavior and language abilities.
While dementia cannot be cured, treatments focus on managing symptoms to improve quality of life. Our team stays up to date on proven techniques.
Dementia Care Services We Provide
Helping Hands Homecare offers a range of specialized services tailored to the unique needs of individuals living with dementia.
Daily Living Assistance
Our caregivers help with personal hygiene, dressing, meals and other daily tasks, providing just the right level of support needed.
Memory Care Strategies
We implement aids like signs and reminders while engaging clients in activities designed to exercise the brain. Establishing routines also helps provide structure.
Safety Precautions
Helping Hands caregivers safeguard against risks like wandering, infections, falls and accidents through attentive monitoring, securing hazards and gentle redirection.
Emotional Support
We understand the challenges involved in living with dementia. Our team provides caring companionship and an empathetic listening ear.
Respite for Family
Caring for a loved one with dementia can be emotionally draining. We offer temporary relief through respite care services.
Helping Hands Homecare strives to provide comprehensive assistance tailored to each client’s changing abilities, promoting comfort, dignity and engagement.
We offer our clientele the opportunity to speak with a highly trained individual 24 hours a day / 7 days a week in regards to the many aspects of the care we provide.
Providing Dementia Care Services throughout Northern and Central New Jersey, including Clark, Westfield, Cranford, Scotch Plains, Rahway, Linden, Summit, Edison, Elizabeth, Mountainside, Short Hills, Millburn, New Providence, Berkeley Heights, Kenilworth, Chatham, Madison, Metuchen and surrounding areas.
Our Specialized Dementia Care Approach
Caring for a loved one with dementia poses unique challenges. Helping Hands Homecare takes a personalized, compassionate approach.
Thorough Assessments
We meet with families and individuals to fully assess needs, abilities and safety risks. This allows us to create customized care plans.
Supportive Techniques
We train caregivers on the most effective communication methods, behavioral strategies and engagement approaches proven beneficial for dementia care.
Tailored Activities
Based on the individual’s cognitive abilities and personal interests, we incorporate stimulating physical and mental exercises into each day designed to engage and fulfill.
Ongoing Caregiver Education
We hold regular continuing education courses so our team stays up to date on the latest dementia care best practices as new techniques are developed.
Our goal is to provide each individual living with dementia and their family members with the supportive assistance needed to live comfortably and meaningfully each day.
Caring for Different Health Conditions
Our team has experience working with seniors managing various age-related illnesses and conditions. We can provide attentive care for individuals with:
- Dementia or Alzheimer’s: using communication techniques for memory loss, engaging in activities, ensuring safety
- Arthritis, chronic pain, mobility impairment: safely assisting with movement and exercise, doing tasks the senior has difficulty with
- Diabetes: meal planning, medication management, monitoring blood sugar, foot care
- Incontinence: gently assisting with toileting, changing incontinence pads
- Limited vision/hearing: reading mail, escorting safely, listening patiently
- And many other chronic medical conditions
No matter what health challenges a senior is facing, our team approaches them with understanding. We look after both physical and emotional needs to support the whole person.
Over the past two decades, Helping Hands Homecare has become synonymous with quality care and unparalleled dedication.
Respite Care Offers Family Caregivers a Break
Caring full-time for a loved one with dementia can be demanding. Respite care through Helping Hands Homecare gives family members a temporary break so they can recharge and avoid burnout while ensuring their loved one with dementia receives consistent care and support.
Our trained caregivers can provide services for a few hours, a few days, or longer periods as needed. This offers family caregivers time to focus on self-care or other responsibilities.
Benefits include:
- Reduced stress and exhaustion
- Ability to maintain hobbies, socialize, travel
- Caregivers gain renewed energy and positivity
- Loved one’s care routine continues undisrupted
Respite care brings peace of mind knowing your family member is safe and comfortable in your short-term absence. Contact us to learn more about flexible respite care options.
Supporting Health Through Specialized Care
Helping Hands Homecare’s individualized dementia care not only assists with daily tasks but also incorporates techniques that support cognitive health and overall wellbeing.
Cognitive Health
- Memory exercises and mental stimulation activities
- Reminiscing and participating in familiar hobbies
- Establishing structure through schedules and routines
Physical Health
- Medication management and treatment oversight
- Nutritious meals tailored to changing abilities
- Gentle exercise and physical activity
Emotional Health
- Caring companionship and conversation
- Engaging in social interactions and community outings
- Acknowledging feelings and providing reassurance
Our comprehensive assistance aims to nurture the mind, body and spirit of each person living with dementia we care for.
We start a client relationship by providing a free consultation where together we can explore your individual needs and offer the most helpful and appropriate care plan.
Benefits of Specialized In-Home Dementia Care
Quality dementia care in a familiar home environment provides many advantages for individuals living with the condition and their family members.
Preserves Independence
Remaining at home allows clients to maintain daily routines and make choices to preserve their autonomy.
Reduces Agitation
Familiar surroundings and trusted caregivers help minimize anxiety and agitation that often occur with relocation.
Provides Family Respite
Family caregivers gain time to rest and recharge, reducing stress, through temporary respite care services.
Supports Engagement
Caregivers incorporate activities matched to individual interests and abilities to foster daily purpose and fulfillment.
Enhances Safety
Specially trained staff implement precautions tailored to each client’s needs to ensure safety and prevent injuries.
Helping Hands Homecare strives to support meaning, comfort and dignity through individualized dementia care in the home. Please reach out to learn more.
Maintaining Independence and Dignity
Helping Hands Homecare’s individually tailored care plans promote independence and dignity for those living with dementia. Our caregivers are trained to:
- Provide verbal cues and guidance to facilitate engaging in daily tasks
- Focus on remaining capabilities and skills versus limitations
- Encourage hobbies matched to current abilities
- Create a safe, enabling home environment
- Provide reminders and structure to support memory
- Show patience and validate feelings when confusion occurs
We believe supporting autonomy and self-respect, even as abilities evolve, is central to dementia care. Our team feels privileged to assist your loved one age gracefully.
Initiating Dementia Care Services
To get started with Helping Hands Homecare’s specialized dementia care for your loved one, simply reach out to our knowledgeable team.
- We will schedule a consultation to learn about their needs, personality and your goals.
- Our nurse will conduct a thorough in-home evaluation of current abilities, health conditions and living environment.
- We will collaboratively create a customized care plan outlining the recommended services, schedule and caregivers assigned.
- Services are initiated and regularly evaluated to ensure optimal care as the individual’s needs change.
- Our care team maintains an open line of communication so you stay informed.
We look forward to supporting you and your loved one through this dementia care journey. Our experienced team is here to help every step of the way. Please contact us today to get started.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dementia Home Care
All our aides are Certified Home Health Aides (CHHAs) with specialized training in dementia care. The comprehensive training they received covers essential aspects such as effective communication techniques, skillful behavioral management, engaging cognitive support activities, and adept knowledge of safety and emergency protocols. We verify their competencies to ensure the highest standard of care.
We take care to thoughtfully assign caregivers based on personality, interests and needs. Families are encouraged to meet potential caregivers prior to selection and can also request a different aide at any time.
In addition to daily care, we also coordinate other services like counseling, support groups, adult day programs, home-delivered meals and modifications.
We offer flexible hourly to 24/7 live-in services. Rates vary based on the level of care required. We work within your budget and accept long-term care insurance.
Please call anytime to further discuss how we can support your loved one’s dementia care journey. Helping Hands Homecare is here to help.
