Finding the Right Home for Your Loved One with Dementia

Making the decision to care for your loved one at home with professional support or transition them to a new living environment can be one of the most emotional and challenging steps in the dementia journey. It’s a choice no family takes lightly, but it is essential to ensure safety, well-being, and quality of life as care needs evolve. We are here to guide you through every option with compassion, expertise, and unwavering support.

When to Consider Additional Care

As dementia progresses, your loved one’s needs may surpass what family caregivers can safely manage on their own. Increased confusion, behavioral changes, mobility challenges, and the need for 24-hour supervision or specialized care often signal the need for professional support.

You may find yourself asking: Do we bring in care at home, or is it time to consider a transition to assisted living, memory care, or a skilled nursing facility? Both are valid paths, and we are here to help you evaluate the right solution for your loved one and your family.

Care Management at Home

For many families, remaining at home is the preferred choice, and with the right professional care, it can be a safe and supportive solution. We help families:

Hire and Manage Professional Caregivers: We coordinate skilled, compassionate caregivers trained in dementia care to assist with activities of daily living, medication management, meal preparation, and companionship.
Create Tailored In-Home Care Plans: Based on a thorough assessment of your loved one’s needs, we develop personalized care plans that ensure safety, comfort, and engagement within their familiar home environment.
Monitor Ongoing Care Quality: We provide oversight and regular check-ins to ensure caregivers are delivering the highest level of care and that your loved one’s needs are continually met.

When Moving Becomes the Right Option

In some cases, even with the best in-home support, transitioning to a specialized living community becomes the most appropriate choice. Assisted living, memory care, or skilled nursing environments are designed to provide structured, secure, and supportive spaces where individuals with dementia can thrive. These communities offer professional staff, therapeutic activities, and tailored care plans to enhance your loved one’s quality of life while bringing you peace of mind.

How We Support You Through In-Home Care or Transition

We understand that every family’s journey is unique. Whether you choose to bring care into the home or explore a new living environment, we are here to guide you every step of the way:

1. Comprehensive Needs Assessment

We begin with a thorough evaluation of your loved one’s physical, emotional, and cognitive needs. This assessment helps us determine the best course of action—whether that involves hiring in-home caregivers, exploring living communities, or a combination of both.

2. Care Management at Home

If remaining at home is the right path, we coordinate everything:

Sourcing and vetting qualified caregivers
Creating personalized care plans
Managing schedules and providing ongoing quality oversight
Adjusting care as needs evolve to ensure comfort and safety

3. Exploring Living Options

If a move is necessary, we:

Research, vet, and compare communities that align with your loved one’s unique needs and preferences
Provide a customized comparison report to empower your decision-making process
Arrange and accompany you on community tours, ensuring all your questions are answered
Support the family decision by guiding the process with resources and offering expertise during roadblocks
Educate on a variety of approaches to gain trust and agreement from their loved one when there is resistance to making the move

4. Personalized Transition Planning

For families moving a loved one to a new home, we develop a detailed plan to reduce anxiety and ensure a smooth adjustment:

Creating a timeline for the move.
Assisting with downsizing, packing, and organizing belongings.
Coordinating all logistics to minimize stress.

5. Ongoing Support and Advocacy

Our commitment doesn’t end after the plan is in place. Whether at home or in a community, we:

Provide regular visits and check-ins to monitor care quality.
Act as advocates during medical appointments and care meetings.
Support families with ongoing communication, adjustments, and guidance.

What to Consider When Choosing the Right Care

Whether you’re managing care at home or exploring a transition, here are key factors to consider:

Caregiver Expertise: Are the caregivers trained in dementia care? Whether at home or in a community, specialized training ensures your loved one receives the right support.
Safety and Environment: Is the home equipped for safety, or is a secure memory care community a better fit?
Engagement and Activities: Does the care plan or community provide opportunities for cognitive and physical engagement?
Communication and Oversight: How will progress, concerns and adjustments be communicated with you?
Flexibility as Needs Change: Will the care treatment adapt as dementia progresses, ensuring continuity and quality?

Compassionate Support for Families

We know this journey is not just about care—it’s about ensuring your loved one is surrounded by people who treat them with dignity, compassion, and respect. Whether you choose to enhance care at home or find a new place for your loved one to live, we are here to guide, support, and advocate for you every step of the way.

You don’t have to navigate this process alone. Together, we can ensure your loved one’s next chapter—at home or in a community—is filled with safety, comfort, and the care they deserve.