In Home Dementia Care Services

The best care for someone with dementia is personalized, consistent, and compassionate support that allows them to remain safe, engaged, and comfortable, ideally in a familiar environment like their own home.

Care should address daily living needs, cognitive stimulation, emotional reassurance, and ongoing safety. In-home dementia care with trained caregivers, such as those from ConsidraCare provides the ideal balance of routine, comfort, and expert supervision.

There’s no one-size-fits-all answer, it depends on the stage of dementia and the individual’s specific abilities. In the early stages, some people can be left alone for short periods. However, as dementia progresses, being alone even for a short time can pose serious risks such as wandering, falls, confusion, or missed medications.

Most experts recommend not leaving moderate to late-stage dementia patients unsupervised at all.

While people with dementia may sleep more due to brain changes or medication, excessive daytime sleeping can disrupt nighttime sleep and lead to confusion or agitation. It’s best to encourage a healthy daily routine with light activity, meals, and short rest periods. If your loved one is sleeping most of the day, consult a doctor to rule out underlying issues like depression, infection, or medication side effects.

Avoid phrases that can cause frustration, fear, or shame. For example:

• “Don’t you remember?” – This can highlight memory loss and increase anxiety.

• “You’re wrong.” – Correcting them may lead to embarrassment or agitation.

• “I just told you that.” – Repetition is common in dementia; patience is key.

Instead, use gentle redirection, validation, and empathy to keep communication calm and supportive.

Yes, many people with dementia experience loneliness and isolation, especially if they struggle to communicate or if relationships fade due to the illness. Emotional connection, companionship, and social activities can greatly improve their mood and well-being. Regular interaction from caregivers, family, and friends is crucial even when verbal communication is limited.

In the early stages, many individuals are aware that something is wrong, which can cause fear, frustration, or sadness. As the disease progresses, they may become less aware of their confusion but still experience moments of distress or emotional discomfort. Even if they don’t understand what’s happening, they often sense when something feels wrong, making reassurance and gentle communication essential.