Understanding Dementia: Signs, Symptoms, and Early Interventions
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As our parents and loved ones grow older the time will come when we have to consider the options available and what’s in their best interest. While some people will opt for care in a senior living facility, others will take on the responsibility of acting as the primary caregiver for their loved one.
GreenHaven Senior Care is here to help ease the assessment process and to provide you with the resources needed to make the decision best for your loved one. Read the articles below and browse the links provided to learn more about the responsibilities of a senior caregiver.
Washington State offers many healthcare resources for seniors, including Medicaid, Medicare Savings Programs, and Area Agencies on Aging.
Perhaps the most significant concern as we age is our health and accessibility to health care. As we grow older it’s important to concentrate on the quality of life.
Gather your loved ones for a conversation about the type of care you may need. This can include assistance with physical care, household tasks, transportation, and more. To facilitate your discussion, use the Needs Assessment Worksheet, which will help you identify services available in your area and whom to contact for assistance.
Who to contact to find local services
If you need assistance with tasks like meal preparation, housekeeping, or personal care, hiring an in-home care worker is an excellent option that allows you to remain in your home. For skilled nursing care, such as administering injections or wound care, you can find support through a home health agency. The Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) is a Medicare program that offers comprehensive healthcare services to help you delay or avoid the need for long-term nursing home care.
Read more about services that help an adult remain at home
How to find and hire a home care worker
Find and compare home health agencies in your area
Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)
There are various types of facilities where you can live and receive care in a residential setting. If you are using Medicaid to cover your care, the facility must be licensed by Washington State and accept Medicaid payments.
Long-term care residential options
Read more about Medicaid and how to apply
Find an adult family home
Find an assisted living facility
There are several factors within your control that can contribute to a longer, healthier life. Learn how to improve your health by focusing on physical activity, maintaining a nutritious diet, nurturing social connections, keeping your mind engaged, and preventing falls.
Make healthy choices to remain independent longer
As an older adult, you may be a primary target for various types of fraud and scams. It’s important to understand senior fraud, Medicare fraud, and Medicaid fraud, as well as how to report these incidents. Adult Protective Services assist vulnerable adults by investigating cases of abuse, neglect, abandonment, and exploitation. Additionally, it’s crucial to learn how to prepare for emergencies and what actions to take when disaster strikes.
Emergency preparedness for individuals, families, and pets
Caregiving is a meaningful and challenging role, and you deserve support too. Your local Family Caregiver Support Program can offer practical information and advice, as well as connect you to free or low-cost services.
Family Caregiver Support Program
Caring for a person with Alzheimer’s Disease or other dementia
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Dementia is a challenging condition for both individuals and their families. Learn about dementia, its impact, and why Greenhaven Senior Care in Edmonds is the best choice for compassionate and personalized dementia care
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