Caring Resources embraces the philosophy that a consistent and safe environment, regular medical care, healthy dietary practices and appropriate environmental cues can reduce dementia symptoms and allow the dementia client to maintain meaningful interpersonal relationships within the most appropriate home environment.
Friday, February 4, 2011
Thursday, February 3, 2011
Providing Home Safety for Dementia
With the number of patients diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease(AD) and related dementias continue to grow with approximately 5.3 million cases in this country, and with approximately 70 percent staying within the home; the healthcare community should take a closer look at the home care provider and their ability to dementia the client.
Although the search for a cure continues, there have been many advances in the treatment and symptom management of this disease. Behavioral management is a major component of an effective treatment plan for the individual with AD. With an individualized treatment plan, the AD patient can enjoy a dignified quality of life and remain in his or her own home for longer than ever before.
Caring Resources can assist family members and homecare providers in providing the best care for those living with AD. We teach a variety of behavior management techniques and can design individual plans to address many challenging behaviors. Our curriculum provides a positive learning environment and educational material linking classroom learning with practicum experience. Topics ranging from "Understanding the Disease", "Bathing Techniques with Dementia", to "Assessing the Home Environment".
Our newest and most exciting module is "Assessing the Home Environment". The learner will have the opportunity to engage in dialogue regarding, what constitutes a dementia friendly home environment, in addition to developing skills related to assessment of changes in our clients related to their environment. Necessary skills and approaches will be presented on how to best manage the dementia client.
Although the search for a cure continues, there have been many advances in the treatment and symptom management of this disease. Behavioral management is a major component of an effective treatment plan for the individual with AD. With an individualized treatment plan, the AD patient can enjoy a dignified quality of life and remain in his or her own home for longer than ever before.
Caring Resources can assist family members and homecare providers in providing the best care for those living with AD. We teach a variety of behavior management techniques and can design individual plans to address many challenging behaviors. Our curriculum provides a positive learning environment and educational material linking classroom learning with practicum experience. Topics ranging from "Understanding the Disease", "Bathing Techniques with Dementia", to "Assessing the Home Environment".
Our newest and most exciting module is "Assessing the Home Environment". The learner will have the opportunity to engage in dialogue regarding, what constitutes a dementia friendly home environment, in addition to developing skills related to assessment of changes in our clients related to their environment. Necessary skills and approaches will be presented on how to best manage the dementia client.
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
Monday, December 27, 2010
HOMESTEAD ADVANTAGE PROGRAM
HOMESTEAD ADVANTAGE PROGRAM
Living at home is a realistic option for people diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease (AD) and other related dementias. It is estimated that 87 per cent of people diagnosed with AD remain in the home with the support of family members and paid caregivers. However, the cost of care is not only financial. Families, friends and caregivers struggle with great emotional and physical stress as they cope with the physical and mental changes in their loved ones.
Research has shown that a consistent and safe environment, regular medical care, healthy dietary practices and appropriate environmental cues can reduce dementia symptoms and allow patients to maintain meaningful interpersonal relationships within the home.
HOMESTEAD ADVANTAGE I
"Community Care"
This program is geared toward "Early Stage" dementia clients. Under this option, Caring Resources provides comprehensive, individualized care plan for clients designed to enable them to remain at home. Homestead Advantage I provides the following services:
~Initial consultation by Claire Henry, CDP
~Creation of safe and stimulating environments
~Alzheimer/Dementia training
~Full access to our resource team of clinicians and geriatric healthcare professionals.
~Referral to outside agencies and home care networks.
HOMESTEAD ADVANTAGE II
This program is geared toward "later stage dementia". As AD progressed, often family members must make difficult decisions regarding their ability to safely care for a loved one at home. In addition to services provided in Advantage I, Advantage II provides the following:
~Assessment of long term care options
~Assistance with identifying appropriate long term care settings.
~Assistance with transition to long term environments.
Living at home is a realistic option for people diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease (AD) and other related dementias. It is estimated that 87 per cent of people diagnosed with AD remain in the home with the support of family members and paid caregivers. However, the cost of care is not only financial. Families, friends and caregivers struggle with great emotional and physical stress as they cope with the physical and mental changes in their loved ones.
Research has shown that a consistent and safe environment, regular medical care, healthy dietary practices and appropriate environmental cues can reduce dementia symptoms and allow patients to maintain meaningful interpersonal relationships within the home.
HOMESTEAD ADVANTAGE I
"Community Care"
This program is geared toward "Early Stage" dementia clients. Under this option, Caring Resources provides comprehensive, individualized care plan for clients designed to enable them to remain at home. Homestead Advantage I provides the following services:
~Initial consultation by Claire Henry, CDP
~Creation of safe and stimulating environments
~Alzheimer/Dementia training
~Full access to our resource team of clinicians and geriatric healthcare professionals.
~Referral to outside agencies and home care networks.
HOMESTEAD ADVANTAGE II
This program is geared toward "later stage dementia". As AD progressed, often family members must make difficult decisions regarding their ability to safely care for a loved one at home. In addition to services provided in Advantage I, Advantage II provides the following:
~Assessment of long term care options
~Assistance with identifying appropriate long term care settings.
~Assistance with transition to long term environments.
Diagnosed Alzheimer and Dementia cases
The number of patients diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease(AD) and related dementias continue to grow with approximately 5.3 million AD cases in this country.
This disease is challenging because it not only affects the afflicted person but also his or her family and caregivers. Families struggle with their grief and sadness while taking on the difficult role of caring for a loved one with AD. Many times, the caregiver is a spouse or sibling dealing with his or her own health issues. In other cases may be an adult child who has additional family and professional obligations.
Although the search for a cure continues, there have been many advances in the treatment and symptom management of this disease. Behavioral management is a major component of an effective treatment plan for the individual with AD.. With an individualized treatment plan, The AD patient can enjoy a dignified quality of life and remain in his or her own home for longer than ever before.
Caring Resources can assist family members and caregivers in providing the best care for loved ones living with AD. We teach a variety of behavior management techniques and can design individual plans to address many challenging behaviors.
Additionally, Caring Resources offers group training for professional caregivers in hospital, nursing home, assisted living and agency settings. The Caring Resources curriculum meets the standard set by the Alzheimer's Association MA/NH Chapter.
This disease is challenging because it not only affects the afflicted person but also his or her family and caregivers. Families struggle with their grief and sadness while taking on the difficult role of caring for a loved one with AD. Many times, the caregiver is a spouse or sibling dealing with his or her own health issues. In other cases may be an adult child who has additional family and professional obligations.
Although the search for a cure continues, there have been many advances in the treatment and symptom management of this disease. Behavioral management is a major component of an effective treatment plan for the individual with AD.. With an individualized treatment plan, The AD patient can enjoy a dignified quality of life and remain in his or her own home for longer than ever before.
Caring Resources can assist family members and caregivers in providing the best care for loved ones living with AD. We teach a variety of behavior management techniques and can design individual plans to address many challenging behaviors.
Additionally, Caring Resources offers group training for professional caregivers in hospital, nursing home, assisted living and agency settings. The Caring Resources curriculum meets the standard set by the Alzheimer's Association MA/NH Chapter.
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