How to Tell if Someone With Alzheimer's Needs Assisted Living

When a person gets old, a lot of unwanted diseases catch up and takes toll of his/her normal routine. Alzheimer’s is one such disease that can leave someone at the mercy of others. A patient suffering from Alzheimer’s has to stay dependent on others even for routine tasks. In such a scenario, assisted living services is the best way to care for a patient. Why choose assisted living services for Alzheimer’s patients?

My Aunt has had Dementia for several years and has been diagnosed with last onset-Alzheimers. Adult Protective Services intervened for possible exploitation from one of her drivers/caregivers, as she was writing large ($450.00 plus) checks weekly and was taken to a bank branch were my Aunt was unknown. APS did pay my Aunt two home visits, and they couldn't prove exploitation, but they were worried about her safety. She was asked if she cooked on the store (she said yes), but was not able to tell them what she would do if there was a fire. The next time APS visited, when asked about what she would do if there was an emergency, she told them that she would go to sleep. I took her to her primary care doctor and gave him the card from the APS investigator. asked him for help for my Aunt and our family. I am named Durable POA if her doctor writes a letter saying she is not able to handle her finances, etc. Instead, he faxed a form to APS, which said she needed 24/7 care. She did not have anyone else on her bank account but my Mama (RIP). I took her to a Neurologist who said Assisted Living, rather than 24/7. The Assisted Living I put her in notes she is at Level 1, but I believe she is a Level 3 or 4. She has not had a bath/shower in almost a year, and she is unable to eat without assistance. I am a caregiver that needs some help, so I can help her and get some relief.

My parents want to stay in there home. I have help 8-4 every day but after dinner and beneed someone to stay at night. They go to Bed By 9 pm every day. Having some one there at night Would be a grease help

My husband is in a nursing home and he has dementia. I called everyday. But now he wouldn't even come to the phone. I haven't talked to him in about three weeks. It is so sad because we were very close and it hurts that he won't talk to me

Are there any Memory Care facilities near the Stone Oak area in San Antonio that accept Medicare to help supplement the monthly rental costs?

My name is Regena Carroll, I am the one who witnessed my sister's first seizure in 2006 and have helped her to be where she is today. She has overcome death numerous times. Currently she resides with my husband and I in our home in Newnan, GA. Recently diagnosed with things that I would like to speak with someone about. Thanks

My dad was on his way to dementia then he had a stroke/heart attack. Now my dad has been diagnosed with dementia and other medical issues.My dad is gone and now replaced with his new self. He repeats himself,has 15 sec memory-maybe. Now after discharge from from hospital instead of home he will go to a SNF.

I have a mother with epilepsy and possible dementia. She has a problem with her eating habits. She would take very little bites of her food and then say she is full or doesnt want anymore . Due to the weight loss, we took her to the hospital. Even the nurses couldnt get her to eat. She has anxiety attacks which it makes it more difficult for me to feed her. It doesnt matter how much the food looks pleasing she still wont eat. She will have a few sips of her boost and ensure. If she doesnt eat, she will sleep. Any suggestions will be great.