Knowing When a Loved One Needs a Memory Care Facility
Memory loss is a sad and unfortunately common experience in many aging individuals. It's emotional for everyone involved when an individual can no longer care for themselves due to their failing memory. While many may want to stay away from extended care for as long as possible, there is a time when it is no longer avoidable. The expert in the embedded video discusses when to begin research on a memory care facility.
Risk is a factor when deciding to start care.
If an individual continually wanders into dangerous situations or can no longer provide care for themselves due to dementia, it's time to look for a memory care facility designed to help with these issues.
A good extended care facility will look for warning signs in an individual, such as isolation in one's room. The main purpose of a room is to sleep, so most time in a facility will be spent in a common area with others, whether it's to enjoy a meal, play a game, watch a movie, or spend quality time. This is proven to significantly help individuals experiencing memory loss.
The expert recommends that if there is any cause for concern, loved ones should begin research on extended care facilities to find the right one for their loved ones.
