ALZHEIMER'S/DEMENTIA SERVICES
Dementia is an umbrella term that describes a group of symptoms associated with a decline in memory and thinking skills. Alzheimer's, on the other hand, is a type of dementia that affects memory, thinking and behavior. Alzheimer's progressively gets worse and affects one's quality of life and ability to live independently.
Nothing upends one's world more than a diagnosis of dementia. Many of us, understandably, don’t know what to expect or how to best provide the needed care. At TRIFECTA, our team of experienced care givers has extensive dementia training and they will put your mind at ease through their care. We implement a holistic approach that incorporates:
Nothing upends one's world more than a diagnosis of dementia. Many of us, understandably, don’t know what to expect or how to best provide the needed care. At TRIFECTA, our team of experienced care givers has extensive dementia training and they will put your mind at ease through their care. We implement a holistic approach that incorporates:
- anticipating needs, tailored to the specific circumstances of your loved one
- effective communication with family to help them connect with resources that will help them strive under the circumstances.
- managing behaviors, and giving them a sense of purpose, and
- maintaining and improving quality of life via activities that are based on your loved one's interests and those that will brighten their day.
Here are the other specific services we offer to our clients:
- Companion services: Assist with recreational activities or just visiting.
- Personal care services: Assist with bathing, grooming/dressing, going to the bathroom, eating, exercising and others.
- Homemaker services: Assist with house chores, shopping or meal preparation.
PAYING FOR HOME CARE
- Long term care insurance, e.g. Genworth Long Term Care Insurance. Check your insurance to see if you have long-term option.
- Personal Savings (private pay)
- Loans (private pay)
- Reverse mortgages for homeowners 62 yrs or older (more information here)
- Conversion of life insurance to long term insurance (policy can be cashed and placed into a long-term benefit account for payments).
- Veterans benefits (for those who qualify)