The Care Needs of Individuals With Alzheimer’s Disease

Luckily the progression of some cases of Alzheimer’s disease can be modestly slowed down with medication. These medicines tend to be most effective for people in the early to moderate stages of the disease. The Mayo Clinic explains while medications do not cure or stop the damage being done by the disease, they can help healthy brain cells work as well as they can.

They explain it is critical that the person and their caregivers work with a healthcare team to review symptoms and change treatments when needed. At some point medications stop working and families may need to have plans in place to care for the person, especially if their safety is at risk, they are falling or have unattended access to appliances. Other indications include realizing your loved one is having trouble with daily personal tasks such as eating, bathing and properly taking their medications.

Losing weight can be a sign the person is forgetting to eat or needs supervision to eat. Also, a family caregiver may feel overwhelmed by the level of care the person now needs, particularly if they are becoming agitated and/or aggressive; or if they need care 24 hours a day.

For many families the solution is a community setting where the person can receive the services and care they need in a loving environment. At MorningStar at River Oaks, we compassionately provide all-inclusive, holistic memory care with the goal to enhance quality of life for our residents.

Every aspect of our distinct Reflections Neighborhood addresses the needs of our residents starting with the very design of our community to a wide range of wellness programs, activities and healthy, delicious meals. In addition, we provide access to licensed nurses and other supportive third-party service providers. Please visit our website for more information about MorningStar’s senior living in Houston.

MorningStar, assisted living is guided by a culture rooted in our mission of honoring God, valuing seniors, and investing in our team, which allows us to deliver services with warmth, sincerity and depth of purpose. We have built a reputation for creating homes filled with an atmosphere of love and community. Contact us to learn more about the finest independent living Houston has to offer.

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