Alzheimer’s Care Ottawa

Expert Alzheimer’s care for your loved one at home, in their familiar place.

Reduce your stress, restore their joy in life.

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Are you struggling to care for a loved one with Alzheimer’s?

Are you getting calls at work to rescue a wandering parent?
Is it hard to calm your loved one when they are confused?
Have they experienced aggressive episodes?
Have they had a fall recently?
Are you worried you might not be able to care for them at home?

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Alzheimer’s care with a difference

Your loved one with Alzheimer’s can be safe at home.

We understand that dealing with Alzheimer’s in a loved one can be overwhelming, especially when it is new.

At Choice Homecare, we specialize in Alzheimer’s care. We’ve helped hundreds of families keep their loved ones with dementia safe at home.

Our team of specially trained and experienced caregivers is here to support you every step of the way.

Specialized training in Alzheimer’s care
24/7 nurse managed
In-home care, where your loved one is comfortable.
We schedule care to your needs.
The Gentle Persuasive Approach

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Do you need help? It’s not hard to get care.

Call us

Talk to one of our homecare coordinators, who understand what you are going through. They will listen to you and set up a time to come to your home.

Home assessment

One of our nurses will come to your home, assess your needs, and make a personalized care proposal, all at no cost to you.

Start care

Schedule when you want care to start. Welcome your caregiving team, and get back to enjoying time with your loved one.

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What is Alzheimer’s disease?

Alzheimer’s Disease is characterized by cognitive decline and memory loss that greatly interferes with all activities of daily life. This disease progressively weakens the thought processing abilities causing communication problems and drastic changes in mood and behaviour.

Alzheimer’s disease is a challenging journey, for both the person diagnosed and their family members and loved ones. People with Alzheimer’s generally advance through increasingly debilitating stages, each requiring more involved levels of care.

Alzheimer’s disease has a large impact on the whole family. It steals our loved ones a little more each day. Choice Homecare Ottawa can assist by lessening the impact by helping families provide the Alzheimer’s care they need.

FAQ

The short answer is no. The longer explanation is below.

What are they?

Dementia describes a set of symptoms of mental degradation such as loss of memory, loss of reasoning power, and confusion, and these symptoms are serious enough to affect a person’s ability to live independently. Dementia can have a variety of causes, such as Parkinson’s Disease or vascular dementia.
Alzheimer’s disease is the name of a disease that affects the brain and is the reason behind the vast majority (2/3 or more) of dementia cases. That’s why we often hear these two terms—Alzheimer’s disease and dementia—mentioned at the same time.

How do they differ?

A major difference between dementia and Alzheimer’s disease is progression.

Dementia may or may not progress or worsen, depending on the cause. For example, a stroke may cause vascular dementia, but the dementia should not worsen unless the patient has another stroke or condition that affects the brain.
Alzheimer’s disease will progress and worsen with time.

How are they diagnosed?

If you are wondering if your loved one has dementia, consult your doctor.
Your doctor can run a series of tests to assess their mental functions and determine the cause of symptoms.

There could be a number of reasons for this, but a likely candidate is early-onset Alzheimer’s disease. Those exhibiting symptoms may have done so as many as several decades ago, but it’s likely that the signs weren’t significant enough to be noticed. With that said, it’s best to avoid acting based on assumptions; your best bet is to request specialized testing for an accurate diagnosis from a medical expert. Our team is happy to assist in this regard, providing compassionate and expert care.

Our primary focus is to keep patients comfortable, safe, and treated like family. We’re dedicated to a dignity-preserving approach to Alzheimer’s care that works to address symptoms as best as possible, all while helping loved ones feel right at home. Family members and friends who are close to the patient also benefit from transparent, honest communications with our team of experts in addition to dedicated support, which can be important as symptoms intensify.

The nature of the condition is similar to the spread of fungal spores – it travels throughout the brain and aggressively targets critical regions. This is an unpredictable and complex disease with varying consequences on one’s mental health and cognitive functionality. While past experience has shown that the progression of Alzheimer’s disease is irreversible, some recently developed treatments have shown promising results in arresting its progress and, in some cases, reversing the symptoms, especially for the early-onset cases. Choice Homecare Ottawa can collaborate with clients who have the interest to explore these new treatments. In any case, we promise that our team is expertly trained to do our very best in helping affected loved ones feel safe and comfortable through stimulation, attentive care, and social interaction.

How we help people with Alzheimer’s disease

Caring for a loved one suffering from Alzheimer’s disease is overwhelming, yet being able to provide proper Alzheimers’s care is essential for both your peace of mind and the health of your loved one.

Choice Homecare understands the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease and we are here to help you navigate the different stages and symptoms while also allowing you to maintain a sense of well being. We are here to support you through this, and will help you become an informed and empowered caregiver.

Family HomeCare

At Choice Homecare, we believe in the importance of family. While our main focus is on the individual living with Alzheimer’s, we don’t forget about the family members who are affected as a result. Our experienced caregivers will take on additional duties from the family to give you a much needed break and to ensure that you can spend time with your loved one. Our goal is to always create a more peaceful environment for the whole family. With our team on your side, you can rest assured that family time with be quality time.

Nurse Managed Care

In order to consistently deliver the best care, all of our care is managed by nurses. Our nurse managers ensure that our caregivers are meeting our high standards and that priorities are clear. They also offer continuous monitoring, oversee daily practices, and provide feedback in order to ensure that their quality of care is constantly reaching our high standards and that patients are always satisfied.

Continuity of Care

We feel it is very important to offer a consistent caregiver that often develops a working relationship or bond that allows them first hand knowledge of each person’s behaviours, and how best to respond to them in a calm and effective manor.

Having well-educated, consistent and experienced caregivers can allow a person with Alzheimer’s to stay at home safely with the dignity and attention they deserve.

About Alzheimer’s Disease

Alzheimer’s disease is a challenging journey, for both the person diagnosed and their family members and loved ones. People with Alzheimer’s generally advance through increasingly debilitating stages, each requiring more involved levels of care.

Alzheimer’s Disease is characterized by cognitive decline and memory loss that greatly interferes with all activities of daily life. This disease progressively weakens the thought processing abilities causing communication problems and drastic changes in mood and behaviour.

Alzheimer’s disease has a large impact on the whole family. It steals our loved ones a little more each day. Choice Homecare Ottawa can assist by lessening the impact by helping families provide the Alzheimer’s care they need.