Dementia and Alzheimer’s Care in Bellingham

Family Resource Home Care offers exceptional care for seniors in Bellingham living with Alzheimer’s Disease and other forms of dementia.

According to the Alzheimer’s Association, an estimated 5.3 million people in the United States were living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia in 2015. That number is projected to surpass 7 million by 2025. In response, agencies, businesses, and organizations serving the senior community are working to meet this growing need. If you or a loved one is affected, Family Resource Home Care is here to provide the experience and support you can rely on.

Dementia describes a range of symptoms caused by changes in the brain that result in cognitive decline. As the condition progresses, it often brings memory loss, difficulty with thinking and reasoning, and changes in personality that can deeply impact both the individual and their family. Caring for a loved one with dementia can be emotionally and physically demanding.

For families who wish to keep their loved ones at home, there may come a point when additional assistance becomes essential. This type of support ensures that the necessary level of care is provided while also giving family caregivers much-needed time to rest and manage their own responsibilities. Our caregivers in Bellingham are trained to work with seniors at every stage of dementia, from the earliest symptoms to advanced care needs, providing compassionate, skilled, and consistent support.

How can seniors with dementia benefit from home care in Bellingham?

Caring for a loved one with dementia can be a significant challenge for family members. In many cases, the individual requires a considerable amount of assistance. This level of care often demands more time, attention, and expertise than a family can provide on their own.

The experienced caregivers at Family Resource Home Care can help manage the care of your loved one with dementia. They focus on maintaining, and whenever possible, improving, their quality of life. They also ensure that your loved one remains safe and comfortable while continuing to live in the familiar surroundings of their home.

• Assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): Help with bathing, dressing, toileting, and personal grooming, including hair, skin, and nail care.
• Support with Ambulation and Transfers: Providing everything from standby assistance for safety to full hands-on care, tailored to the individual’s needs as the disease progresses.
• Meal Preparation and Planning: Assistance with meal preparation, grocery shopping, and feeding.
• Light Housekeeping: Support with laundry, linen changes, and maintaining a clean living environment.
• Encouragement of Regular Exercise: Helping to promote physical activity for overall well-being.
• Transportation: Providing rides to appointments and leisure activities.
• Safety Supervision: Ensuring safety during the day and night, particularly to prevent wandering.
• Behavior Management: Utilizing techniques such as redirection or distraction to manage challenging behaviors.
• Communication: Documenting and reporting to family members and other professionals involved in care.
• Socialization and Companionship: Offering companionship to help combat feelings of isolation.

With Family Resource Home Care, you can trust that your loved one will receive compassionate and skilled support tailored to their unique needs.

How can families caring for a loved one with dementia benefit from Home Care in Bellingham?

Nearly 15 million Americans provide unpaid care to a loved one living at home with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. These family caregivers are dedicated and provide extraordinary support, yet caring for someone with dementia can be emotionally draining, physically exhausting, and at times overwhelming.

As dementia advances and the demands on caregivers grow, these challenges often intensify. Research consistently shows that caregiving can lead to high levels of stress and may have a significant emotional and physical impact if caregivers do not take time to care for themselves. Having reliable support is essential, and this is where Family Resource Home Care can make a meaningful difference. We offer:

• Support and Respite: Our caregivers can step in regularly or occasionally, providing family caregivers with the much-needed breaks they deserve.
• Task Assistance: We can help with tasks like bathing that family caregivers may find challenging or overwhelming.
• Nighttime Coverage: Our caregivers can provide support at night, allowing family caregivers to rest and recharge.
• Comprehensive Care: We can take over day-to-day responsibilities for extended periods, offering caregivers the respite they need while ensuring their loved one receives quality care.

How do you establish services for someone with dementia in Bellingham?

At Family Resource Home Care, we make listening to you and your loved one our highest priority.

We understand that your family member is much more than their medical history or cognitive condition. When you reach out for an in-home assessment, we take the time to learn about their health background, current interests, daily routines, and any concerns you may have. Our goal is to work in close partnership with seniors and family caregivers in Bellingham to identify important objectives and individual needs.

Following the assessment, our client care supervisors create a detailed, personalized care plan that addresses your loved one’s specific circumstances. We then carefully match a qualified caregiver whose personality and skills align with your loved one’s needs. Each caregiver is fully briefed on the care plan and follows it closely to ensure consistent, high-quality support. Should questions or concerns arise at any time, our supervisors are available by phone 24/7.

Our dementia caregivers are experienced and, in many cases, have specialized training in dementia care. They bring patience, compassion, and proven techniques for engaging clients in activities they may be hesitant to participate in, such as bathing or exercise. Their approach encourages cooperation while promoting dignity and comfort.

Every Family Resource caregiver is thoroughly trained and carefully screened through background checks, verified references, and in-depth interviews. Many also have insured vehicles to provide transportation for appointments, shopping, or social outings. We employ only those who are genuinely kind, dependable, and committed to their clients’ well-being.

If your loved one is living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, you can trust the Family Resource Home Care team to deliver the highest quality of care. Our mission is to help them remain safe, comfortable, and happy in the familiar surroundings of their own home in Bellingham.