Alzheimer's Senior Care

How To Help a Senior Memory Care Patient With Alzheimer’s Live Well

Did you know that Alzheimer's affects 5.7 million people in the US and this number is set to increase to 14 million by 2050? Moreover, Alzheimer's is the sixth-leading cause of death in the country.

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Finding out that someone you love has Alzheimer's can be a traumatic experience. In order to care for them and ensure they live the best possible quality of life, here is what you should do:

Educate yourself

Understanding the causes and effects of the disease is imperative. The more you educate yourself on Alzheimer's, you will be in a position to understand how the disease affects them and how you can assist them.

Preserve your relationship with your loved one

Focus on your relationship with your loved one. People suffering from Alzheimer's need love, companionship and support. Communicate with them and plan out different activities for them to perform.

A recent study shows canine companionship can be beneficial for those with Alzheimer's. It can improve symptoms of anxiety or depression among patients.

Stay calm

The symptoms of Alzheimer’s can change daily. Naturally, taking care of someone with Alzheimer’s can be frustrating.

Be patient and keep your calm. Avoid venting out your frustrations on your loved one. Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s requires a lot of mental and physical stamina.

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It is important to take care of your own health and well-being, enabling you to get through difficult times.

 

Explore support groups  

Taking care of someone with any form of dementia is a full-time job. If you not able to give your best, you may want to move your loved one to a memory care facility.

Memory care facilities are designed for seniors suffering from memory-related issues.

Under the supervision of trained, experienced staff, seniors receive comprehensive support and assistance to perform daily tasks, such as bathing, medicine reminders, and more, and maintain a decent lifestyle.

At AvantGarde Senior Living & Memory Care, we understand that each senior has unique needs. Our living arrangements are designed to cater to their needs and ensure they receive topnotch levels of care and personal assistance.

Our memory care facility is suitable for those suffering from Alzheimer’s in Tarzana, California. Our team of knowledgeable, trained professionals are equipped with innovative techniques, memory cues, verbal and non-verbal communications to help residents live with dignity. In addition, they are compassionate, courteous and are dedicated to delivering the best care for seniors with Alzheimer’s or any other memory loss condition.


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Healthy Aging: Keeping Your Senior’s Mind Active

We often remind ourselves to exercise physically but we seldom remind ourselves to train our brains. It is important to encourage your seniors to stay fit both physically and mentally. When they participate in activities that challenge their brains, not only will they maintain good health, it will also greatly boost their mood.

It is important that seniors consistently participate in activities that help them keep mentally fit. Engaging the brain in creative ways will promote emotional and physical rejuvenation. It will also help them ward off degenerative mental illnesses such as Alzheimer’s or Dementia.Read more


Old Age Need Not Be A ‘Snore-Bore’ – 5 Fun Activities To Do In Assisted Living Facilities

Being safe, cared for, and healthy aren’t the only things that matter when you live in an assisted living facility; your happiness counts too.

Residents of a senior living community have the same basic needs as everyone else. No matter what age, they need to let loose and have some fun, to learn and explore new things, to laugh, and to live their lives to the fullest—which is why, activities in assisted living communities are more important than ever.

But a game of bingo or bridge isn’t enough. Although a classic enjoyable activity, seniors need fun and new things to keep them active and content.

Here are 5 entertaining things that seniors can take part in at an assisted living community:

1. Field Trips

Frequent field trips to exciting places such as sport games, museums, concerts and shows will provide great entertainment to your elderly. It serves as a change of scene and will make for a fun group activity.

2. Karaoke

It is never too late to sing your heart out, no matter how bad you sound. Karaoke has always been a fun activity and can greatly boost spirits. Engage in a fun singing session with other senior members. Assisted communities may even host an “American Idol” type of competition to make it more challenging and entertaining.

3. Dancing

Dancing keeps you physically fit and young at heart.  Senior living residents can enjoy various kinds of dancing such as line dancing, ballroom dancing, swing dancing and more.

4. Virtual Games

It is never too late to play video games. Just because it’s new technology, senior members should not be deprived of fun Wii games. If they want to, senior  residents can play a game of Wii tennis or bowling right in the living room.

5. Workshops and Learning Lessons

Learning new things and skills can bring great joy to anyone and is a sign of growth. Writing workshops are a great activity as they can help the elderly pen down their experiences or craft a new story to tell their peers.

Painting lessons and learning new languages is also great. Residents who are more literary inclined can form book clubs. Computer classes are also a great way to keep in touch with distant family members.

We know how important entertainment and fun activities are to your overall health. Our senior living community residents at AvantGarde Senior Living have daily fun-filled activities such as golf, corn hole toss, drum circles, group exercise classes and more.

If you are looking for a facility that provides both comfort and fun, schedule a tour or contact us at (818) 881-0055 right away!


Moving Into an Assisted Living Facility – 5 Things to Keep In Mind

 

Moving can be overwhelming for anyone, more so for an older family member who may have spent decades in the place, creating memories. Leaving a familiar surrounding to move to a new home such as an assisted living facility can be tough.Read more