After our parents reach 45 years old, one in nine of them may experience memory loss. Seeing an elderly parent experience memory loss or progress to dementia may leave you feeling helpless, but thankfully, there’s additional support available. Professional memory care services offer daily assistance, mental stimulation, and healthy routine, which benefit someone with memory loss. Here are some signs indicating your loved one may be a candidate for memory care.

Clues Your Loved One Needs Memory Care

1. Neglecting Everyday Tasks

Look for dishes piled up in the sink, laundry sitting in the dryer, or stacks of unopened mail. Check the refrigerator and pantry for expired food and rotting produce. Memory care professionals help with daily tasks from receiving mail to daily cleaning.

2. Memory-Related Diagnosis

If your parent or relative was recently diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer’s, then remembering people, names, and doctor’s appointments could frustrate them. They may miss vital appointments all together. The best centers have staff on site who specialize or have certifications in treating residents to cope with their conditions to increase safety, quality of life and manage challenging behaviors.

3. Social Life Changes

Loved ones who were once vibrant and active may now be isolated and lonely. Memory loss and confusion may diminish their desire to have a social life. Observe signs of sadness, despair, boredom, and agitation. Memory care can provide weekly activities encouraging social interactions. A center may include bingo to exercise memory. Or, a dance party event may be available, which also promotes brain function and healthy physical aerobic activity. 

4. Health Changes

In addition to weight loss and inexplicable bruises, look for other unusual changes in the individual’s health. They may not take their medication. Some seniors may refuse to eat or drink, which can cause exhaustion and dehydration. Facilities provide medication aids and nurses to ensure seniors take medication and eat at designated times. A staff’s dietitian ensures residents have adequate nutrition that meets seniors’ needs for increased calcium and other nutrients.

Country Villa Assisted Living in Omro, WI, specializes in providing expert memory care services and has assistance available 24/7. With additional locations in Freedom and Pulaski, your loved one will receive compassionate, patient, and professional attention, thanks to a caring team of physicians and nurses. You can schedule a tour by calling (920) 685-0607. Visit the website for extensive details about the assisted living home options.