Specialized Memory, Alzheimer’s, and Dementia Care Services in Calgary
At Home Instead Calgary, we offer expert memory care, Alzheimer’s care, and dementia care services tailored to support your loved one’s unique needs. Our compassionate approach ensures that individuals living with memory loss, Alzheimer’s disease, or dementia receive the highest level of care in the comfort of their own homes.
Comprehensive Alzheimer’s, Dementia, and Memory Care Tailored to Your Loved One
Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia requires specialized knowledge and sensitivity. Our Care Pros are highly trained to provide personalized care plans that promote your loved one’s independence while ensuring their safety and comfort. Whether your family member is in the early stages of Alzheimer’s or experiencing more advanced dementia symptoms, we are here to help.
Why Choose Home Instead for Alzheimer’s, Dementia, and Memory Care in Calgary?
- Experienced Memory Care Specialists: Our Care Pros are specially trained in Alzheimer’s care and dementia care, providing support for every stage of memory loss.
- Personalized Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care Plans: We create individualized care plans that adapt to your loved one’s changing needs.
- Familiar and Comfortable Environment: In-home care ensures that your loved one can remain in a familiar, comforting environment, which is essential for those with memory loss.
- Cognitive and Emotional Support: Our caregivers engage in meaningful activities designed to stimulate cognitive function and maintain emotional well-being.
Our Memory Care Services for Alzheimer’s and Dementia Include:
- Personalized Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care: Assistance with daily activities, including grooming, bathing, and hygiene, tailored to each individual’s needs.
- Medication Reminders: Ensuring that medications are taken at the correct times.
- Cognitive Engagement: Activities that stimulate cognitive function and slow down memory loss progression.
- Routine Maintenance: Establishing and maintaining routines to reduce confusion and agitation in individuals with dementia.
- Companionship and Emotional Support: Regular social interaction to combat loneliness and improve emotional health.
- Safe Home Environment: Ensuring a safe, comfortable living space to prevent accidents and confusion.
Key Benefits of Home Instead’s Alzheimer’s, Dementia, and Memory Care in Calgary
- Familiar Surroundings: In-home care keeps your loved one in their own environment, which is vital for managing Alzheimer’s and dementia.
- Cognitive Stimulation: We use specialized memory care techniques to keep your loved one engaged and mentally active.
- Evolving Care Plans: As your loved one’s condition progresses, we adjust the care plan to meet their new needs, ensuring ongoing support.
Specialized Training for Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care
Our Care Pros undergo advanced training specifically focused on Alzheimer’s and dementia care. They are fully equipped to handle the unique challenges that come with memory loss, including:
- Managing Alzheimer’s and Dementia Symptoms: Addressing memory loss, confusion, and mood changes with patience and empathy.
- Cognitive and Emotional Support: Providing brain-stimulating activities and emotional reassurance to reduce anxiety and stress.
- Behavior Management: Handling dementia-related behaviors, such as agitation, wandering, or confusion, to maintain a calm and secure environment.
Individualized Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care Plans
Our approach to Alzheimer’s care and dementia care in Calgary is highly personalized. We assess your loved one’s unique needs and create a care plan that evolves over time. This flexibility ensures that we meet your family member’s current physical, cognitive, and emotional needs, allowing them to stay safe, comfortable, and supported.
How to Get Started with Alzheimer’s, Dementia, and Memory Care in Calgary
- Contact Us: (403) 984-9225 or fill out our contact form to discuss your loved one’s needs and schedule an in-home consultation.
- Assessment: We’ll conduct a comprehensive assessment to understand your loved one’s specific requirements.
- Personalized Care Plan: Based on the assessment, we’ll develop a customized memory care plan that addresses their individual needs.
- Caregiver Match: We’ll match your loved one with a trained Care Pro who understands their personality and care preferences.
- Flexible, Ongoing Care: As your loved one’s condition evolves, we will adjust the care plan to provide the appropriate level of support.
Testimonials
Latest Review from our community
My father has dementia and has reached a point in his life where he needs help with the daily tasks of every day living. We reached out to a few services available in the area and Home Instead was by far the most accommodating. They adapted to our specific needs and designed a plan to help dad. Carter was especially impressive. I can tell he has lots of experience dealing with dementia and knew exactly the right way to present things to my dad in a way that he would be calm and receptive to. The service officially starts on Monday, and I'm confident that my dad will be properly assisted while I'm busy at work. Thanks guys.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Alzheimer's and Dementia Care Services
Home Instead® offers a range of services tailored to the needs of individuals with dementia and Alzheimer's, including personal care, companionship, medication reminders, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and specialized Alzheimer's and dementia care.
Through Home Instead, your loved one can remain safe at home as they age. Our care is designed around the needs of your loved one and is adjusted to meet the needs of each individual senior. For those with dementia, each day can look different. We are committed to finding solutions to keep seniors safe in their homes.
Our Alzheimer's and dementia care is designed to address the specific needs and challenges associated with these conditions. Care Pros receive specialized training to provide compassionate, person-centered care that helps manage symptoms and enhance the quality of life for individuals with dementia and Alzheimer's.
We provide a consistent team of Care Professionals who learn how to best support the client. We tailor our approach to meet the needs and preferences of that individual.
Home Instead Care Professionals undergo comprehensive in person training that covers the various aspects of Alzheimer's and dementia care. This includes understanding the stages of the diseases, effective communication techniques, redirection strategies, managing challenging behaviors, and creating safe and engaging environments.
Yes, Home Instead Care Professionals are highly trained and many hold certifications in dementia care. Our rigorous hiring process includes background checks, ongoing education, and assessments to ensure Care Pros meet our high standards of care.
Each care plan is personalized to meet the unique needs of the individual. We conduct an in-depth assessment that includes input from family members, medical professionals, and the individual themselves. This helps us create a tailored elder care plan that addresses specific needs and preferences.
The care plans help provide a history of the client and also redirection techniques that will help when working with a client with dementia. These care plans are thoroughly reviewed with each Care Professional and shared with them prior to working with your loved one.
Absolutely. We understand that the needs of individuals with dementia or Alzheimer's can change over time. Our care plans are flexible and can be adjusted to accommodate changes in health status, behavior, and preferences. We are able to support clients from a few times a week to around the clock care.
Safety is our top priority. Home Instead Care Pros are trained to create a safe living environment, manage behaviors that pose a risk, and provide supervision to prevent wandering or accidents. We also use safety assessments to identify and mitigate potential hazards in the home.
Home Instead takes privacy and security seriously. We adhere to strict confidentiality protocols and comply with all relevant data protection regulations to safeguard personal and medical information.
The cost of care varies based on the level of service required and the specific needs of the individual. We offer a free initial consultation to discuss care options and provide a detailed cost estimate. Please contact your local Home Instead office for more information.
Home Instead works with many long-term care insurance providers and can help families understand their coverage options.
Home Instead is also an approved vendor for the Client Directed Home Care Invoicing program.
Getting started is easy. Contact your local Home Instead office to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation. During this meeting, we will discuss your loved one's needs, answer any questions you may have, and develop a personalized care plan.
We are available 7 days a week to speak with you and also meet with you at a time that works for you and your family. Whether this is during the day, evening or on the weekend.
During the initial consultation, a Home Instead Client Care Coordinator will meet with you and your loved one to assess their needs, preferences, and current living situation. This helps us understand how we can best support your family and develop a customized elder care plan. We will help setup a schedule, routine and plan for how to best support your senior loved one with our premium home care.
Yes, Home Instead can provide supplemental care in assisted living or nursing home facilities. Our caregivers can offer additional support, personal care, outings and companionship to enhance the quality of life for your loved one in these settings.
Families find that the facility may meet the basic needs but they want their loved one to have the one on one care of Home Instead. With Home Instead's support seniors are able to continue to engage in their community and the things they like to do.