A dementia diagnosis is challenging not only for the patient but for the entire family. Feelings of embarrassment, fear and guilt are common and often result in isolation. Angela Denicola, Registered Nurse, shares the following advice to families dealing with dementia, “Get help early.”
There are several reasons why it is essential to get help in the earlier phases of dementia:
· As short term memory fades away, it becomes impossible to learn new things in the traditional way.
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· Developing new routines and adapting to new caregivers in the early stages will set the stage for an easier transition during the later, more difficult stages of the disease.
· A social network will provide a sense of purpose in life for the patient and provide a much needed break for the caregiver.
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· Education and support is helpful to the caregiver as the disease progresses.
If your loved one suffers from dementia and/or needs supervision during the day while you work, consider an adult day care center. Bon Vivant Adult Day Club is the premier adult day care center located in Fenton, MO. The cost of adult day care is less than half of assisted living and less than one fourth of the price of nursing home care. Payment options include Missouri Aged and Disable Waiver, long term care insurance, veteran’s benefits and private pay.
Bon Vivant Adult Day Club is licensed by the State of Missouri and welcomes the opportunity to meet with you and your loved ones to answer your questions about adult day care. Learn more about how Bon Vivant Adult Day Club can help your senior loved one with dementia by watching this informative video.
Please feel free to visit the Bon Vivant website at www.goodlivinglonger.com or call Angela at 636-343-1600.
Article by Beverly McKee, MSW, LCSW