Alzheimer's and Dementia Care in Tacoma, WA
Our specialized Alzheimer's and dementia care services provide high-quality support for seniors and their families throughout Tacoma and Lakewood, WA
Dementia deeply impacts a senior's physical and mental abilities. At Comfort Keepers, we provide specialized training that emphasizes patient, compassionate memory care and helps seniors with cognitive decline lead a high-quality, fulfilling life no matter their stage. Be sure to call us at (360) 800-1469 if you have any questions regarding our dementia care services or continue reading below for a more in-depth look!
What is Dementia?
Dementia is often defined as a mental decline that is severe enough to interfere with a person's daily activities. Common symptoms of dementia include memory loss, disorientation, personality changes, and an inability to complete familiar tasks. Alzheimer's disease is the most common type of dementia, accounting for 50 to 80 percent of all cases of dementia.
Benefits of Alzheimer's Care
Dementia care plays a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for individuals living with the disease. Our specialized care, performed by highly-skilled, trained professionals, provides various benefits for both the person with dementia and their caregivers.
A few benefits of senior care include:
- Improved overall well-being
- Increased safety and supervision
- Reduced feelings of loneliness and isolation
- Specialized cognitive stimulation
- Comprehensive care and support
- Symptom and behavior management
- Respite for family caregivers
A few core guidelines that our caregivers follow, in order to provide our clients with the best care, include:
Clear Communication
- Our senior care providers are skilled in communicating with individuals who may have difficulty expressing themselves, enhancing understanding and reducing frustration. Our in home caregivers will also attempt to always speak clearly, slowly and in a warm and calm tone.
Personalized Care Plans
- We understand the various stages of dementia and that each senior diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer's disease will face these challenges in different ways and have unique needs and preferences. That is why, at Comfort Keepers, we design an individualized care plan for each and every client and modify it as their needs change.
Assistance with Personal Care and Activities of Daily Living
- Our dementia care services offer a holistic approach to supporting individuals with dementia. We focus on individuals' physical, emotional, and cognitive needs with a mission to improve their overall quality of life. Our caregivers can assist clients with personal care tasks and activities of daily living such as bathing, toileting, meal preparation, medication management and more to elevate their well-being.
Schedule Your Free Consultation
To speak with a Client Care Coordinator and learn more about our Alzheimer's and dementia care services for residents in Tacoma, Lakewood, and the surrounding area, contact our office today. Our staff would be happy to answer any questions you may have and schedule a no-obligation consultation. To get started, click one of the buttons below.
