Personal Care
Personal Care focuses on assisting your loved ones when they become unable to perform some daily tasks independently, such as hygiene routines, household chores, or transportation. This is where our caregivers tune in to your loved one’s needs to still allow for maximum independence, but we’re ready to take over activities completely if your senior is unable to complete them.
We always promote participation when possible to keep your loved one engaged and present, which means that activities can take longer than necessary, but the benefits of including the senior far outweigh the time lost, and our caregivers have the patience and compassion to let them go at their own pace, with or without help.
We understand that people with dementia are just as deserving to maintain their privacy and pride as any other person and seek to give them that dignity for as long as we can.
In addition to the Personal Assistance duties, our caregivers may also help your loved one with:
- Bathing
- Dressing
- Toileting
- Eating
- Transferring
Our focus on personal care and hygiene is essential for a healthy person and a sense of normality, but it’s easy to forget a step or part of a routine for those with dementia. Our caregivers are trained to safely and effectively keep these care routines in place and done correctly without sacrificing your loved one’s privacy and independence.
As dementia creeps into the later stages, these basic activities become difficult, but our Personal Care services make sure that they’re accomplished with a gentle hand, an encouraging attitude, and as much patience as it takes to keep your loved one engaged and participating in every way that they can.
Are you interested in Premier Caregiver Services’ Personal Care dementia services? Fill out a contact form or give us a call today to get started with an introductory interview.
Frequently Asked Questions about Personal Care Dementia Care Services
When does someone with dementia need personal care instead of just assistance?
When a loved one starts to have difficulty with basic daily activities like dressing, eating, bathing, or safely moving around the home, it often marks the transition from assistance to personal care. Personal care services offer additional support for daily routines while still encouraging your loved one to participate as much as possible to maintain their independence and dignity.
What types of things does a personal care caregiver help with each day?
Personal care caregivers offer all the types of services that personal assistants do along with help bathing, dressing, toileting, eating and transferring. Our dementia care-trained staff offers a gentle hand and encouraging attitude to keep your loved one as engaged as possible in the day-to-day.
Will my loved one still have some privacy and independence when receiving personal care?
Yes. Maintaining dignity and privacy is one of the most important priorities in our approach to dementia care. Personal care services are designed to assist with sensitive activities like hygiene and dressing while preserving an individual’s sense of pride and independence. Caregivers approach these tasks respectfully and at the pace that is most comfortable for your loved one.
How often can a personal care caregiver visit and what types of scheduling options do you offer?
While we offer a custom approach to all levels of dementia care, many of our caregivers provide full time caregiving services to our clients. We have found that in comparison to part-time or sporadic care, regular full-time hours create consistent routines, greater stability, better health outcomes, and more.
Are caregivers trained to specifically work with people that have dementia?
Yes, our caregivers specialize in working with and understanding people with memory loss and dementia. Experienced dementia caregivers use calm communication, predictable routines, and gentle patience to help individuals feel safe and respected throughout the caregiving experience. They are trained to recognize signs of confusion or discomfort and adjust their approach accordingly. This helps to reduce anxiety while maintaining important health and hygiene routines.
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