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Alzheimer’s Home Care Options for Hot Springs Village, Arkansas

September 24, 2015

Learn About All of Your Home Care Options (501) 224-3737

Alzheimer’s disease is a form of dementia that can interfere with daily activities and cause memory loss that gets worse over time. This progressive brain disorder causes damage to the brain cells and eventually destroys them, which leads to changes in how the brain functions. BrightStar Care in Hot Springs Village offers in-home Alzheimer’s care services, and home caregivers assist with daily activities such as bathing, hygiene, dressing and eating. Our Alzheimer’s home care providers ensure that your loved one is always in good hands as they remain in a safe and familiar environment.

Early Signs and Symptoms

The most common symptom of Alzheimer’s disease is memory loss. Often an individual will begin to show signs of difficulty when they attempt to recall newly learned information. As the disease progresses, more severe symptoms begin to appear such as disorientation, changes in mood and behavior, confusion about life events and the current time, and difficulty speaking, swallowing or walking.

When to Ask for Help

Providing daily care for someone with Alzheimer’s is a task that impacts your entire life. Family caregivers should remember that it is okay to ask for help when things become difficult or too overwhelming -- or when safety becomes a concern. Alzheimer’s home care services offered by BrightStar Care of Little Rock include:
  • Personal care assistance for activities of daily living
  • Help in setting up routines, so important for dementia and Alzheimer’s patients, such as mealtimes and bedtime
  • Light exercise or memory-stimulating activities, as the person is able
  • Respite care is also available for family members whenever they need to take an evening, full day, or weekend away to recharge and refresh
If you are a family caregiver for someone with Alzheimer’s and require additional help, contact the elder care experts at BrightStar Care for more information on the range of services we provide. Whether you need someone to provide around-the-clock dementia home care, or someone to sit with your loved one while you are running errands, BrightStar Care in Hot Springs Village is here to provide the right amount of help when you need it.

For more information about Alzheimer’s home care services from BrightStar Care in Hot Springs Village, call (501) 224-3737.