At AngelCare we provide our clients with home care options that enhance our client’s quality of life, independence, dignity, safety and in-home comfort, utilizing a need driven plan of care.
What is a memory box or basket and why should I make one?
A memory basket or box is a great tool to use to enhance quality of life for your loved one or client, suffering from Alzheimer's or dementia.
Before you start to create your memory box for your loved one or client you'll need to answer these questions:
The Alzheimer's Association has developed the following ten warning signs of dementia:
1. Memory loss. This involves forgetting recently learned information and is one of the common early signs of dementia e.g. forgetting when an appointment is scheduled despite repeated reminders.
2. Difficulty performing familiar tasks -losing track of the steps involved in making a meal or playing a game.
Alzheimer’s – Dementia Tips –Problem Solving Strategies
There can be a multitude of causes affiliated with bathing problems, physiological, medical, environmental and other causes such as “feelings” and “fears”.
However, if your loved one is resistant to bathing you need some coping strategies.