We asked for an ambulance to be called. Therefore, she just left her sitting in the chair and did nothing. She wasn't sure what was happening, but she was confident no stroke had occurred. She explained that she had noticed a change in my aunt, but she didn't think it was a stroke.
We called for the nurse on duty. Our first thought was that she had suffered a stroke. She had a faraway look in her eyes. She was barely able to respond when we spoke to her.
This particular day we found her slumped over in her chair in the dining room. She was normally talkative, friendly, and happy to be interacting with other residents. My aunt was in the early stages of Alzheimer's when we arrived for a visit one day and were alarmed by what we found. Poor record-keeping or lack of attention of one employee can compromise the care of your loved one.
In situations like this, the overall performance of the staff is only as good as the worst employee. The ever-changing environment of a memory care facility necessitates constant attention to details. With an average of 80 residents in the home, the demands on the staff are huge. The staff is caring, efficient, and involved with each resident and the resident's family. We believe this is one of the very best facilities in our area.
My aunt lives in an assisted living community that specializes in memory care. Our family learned this lesson the hard way. Obviously, some the specific duties may change, but do not think your job as an Alzheimer's caregiver ends. However, some may assume the responsibilities cease once the Alzheimer's sufferer is moved into a care facility.
Everyone who has ever cared for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease understands the enormous responsibilities required for the person's 24-hour care.
We called for the nurse on duty. Our first thought was that she had suffered a stroke. She had a faraway look in her eyes. She was barely able to respond when we spoke to her.
This particular day we found her slumped over in her chair in the dining room. She was normally talkative, friendly, and happy to be interacting with other residents. My aunt was in the early stages of Alzheimer's when we arrived for a visit one day and were alarmed by what we found. Poor record-keeping or lack of attention of one employee can compromise the care of your loved one.
In situations like this, the overall performance of the staff is only as good as the worst employee. The ever-changing environment of a memory care facility necessitates constant attention to details. With an average of 80 residents in the home, the demands on the staff are huge. The staff is caring, efficient, and involved with each resident and the resident's family. We believe this is one of the very best facilities in our area.
My aunt lives in an assisted living community that specializes in memory care. Our family learned this lesson the hard way. Obviously, some the specific duties may change, but do not think your job as an Alzheimer's caregiver ends. However, some may assume the responsibilities cease once the Alzheimer's sufferer is moved into a care facility.
Everyone who has ever cared for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease understands the enormous responsibilities required for the person's 24-hour care.
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