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How Do You Know When Memory Care Is Needed?

Making care decisions for a loved one living with dementia is challenging and emotional. Knowing when help is needed, and understanding the options available can be overwhelming. Whether it is increased help from family, in-home care, or residency in a memory care community, there are many choices to consider.

A dementia diagnosis does not immediately mean your loved one needs to move from their home into memory care. It is best to look at the entire picture so you can understand the best options. This short quiz can help you ascertain your loved one’s needs and can be a guide in discussions.

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1. Does your loved one have a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease, cognitive impairment or other form of dementia?
2. Have you noticed your loved one having difficulty doing tasks that have always been routine or familiar to them?
3. Does your loved one frequently get days mixed up, have trouble remembering important dates, or are they missing appointments?
4. Has your loved one stopped attending their favorite social group or activities? Are they more withdrawn?
5. Have you noticed your loved one not maintaining their home as they usually do (neglecting chores, forgetting to take out trash, etc.)?
6. Have you noticed your loved one not paying attention to their personal grooming/hygiene like they used to (wearing the same outfit 2 days in a row, not brushing their teeth, etc.)?
7. Are you noticing unopened mail at home? Has your loved one been missing bills or have there been late payments?
8. Is your loved one able to prepare meals for themselves? Are you noticing expired foods in the refrigerator?
9. If your loved one still drives, have they gotten lost on what should be familiar routes?
10. Have you noticed that medications are not being taken? Have you seen pills laying around the house?
11. Have you noticed your loved one struggling to find the right words in a conversation or using words in the wrong context?
12. Would your loved one know what to do/who to call in case of an emergency at home?
If you answered YES to more than three questions, it is time to seek professional guidance regarding options and move forward with implementing a plan to ensure your loved one’s safety and well-being.
Our caring staff at Grand Brook is pleased to help your family learn more about your options and empower you to make informed decisions regarding your loved one. Please reach out to a Director of Community Relations at a Grand Brook community near you.

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