It can be difficult enough for anyone to stay on track in everyday life, but basic tasks are especially challenging for a loved one lost in the haze of dementia. Kenny Higdon, Owner of 5 Star Home Care, said there are some strategies for restoring familiarity and establishing a routine. The company provides assistance to those living with a disability or recovering from an injury, illness or age-related need.
“Our company provides high quality, personal assistance so people can maintain the independence that comes from living at home,” Higdon said. He shares some of the strategies and tools that help his clients manage daily life:
Wall Calendars
“It may be routine for the person with dementia to cross off each day as a matter of routine first thing in the morning or before going to bed,” Higdon said. “A pen or marker can be attached to a string to avoid getting lost. The calendar needs to be large enough to mark key events such as trash pickup day, family birthdays, doctor appointments, or visitations to expect.”
Clocks