If you have a loved one with dementia, you may have been disappointed to find that some adult day health care centers are not set up to handle the specific needs of dementia care patients. However, daytime respite dementia care is a possibility and Sunshine Adult Day Health Care Center in Bergenfield offers this service to people in Bergen County, New Jersey.
What is respite care? Respite care is a service available for the elderly and their caregivers, which offers various levels of assistance to an elderly person. For those with no cognitive decline, respite care may be little more than social activities and access to healthcare services. For those with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia, respite care usually involves a more detailed care program. At Sunshine Adult Day Health Care Center, our multi-disciplinary team assesses each individual and develops a care plan based on individual needs and capabilities. Patient are constantly evaluated, so that plans change with evolving patient needs. We understand that physical and mental health go hand-in hand, so we do not just focus on handling dementia, but on overall patient health. Every one of our patients gets three meals a day, from a custom-designed menu that not only meets individual health needs, but also focuses on cultural and personal preferences. All of our patients have access to physical, occupational, and speech that can work with them to help them retain or regain function after an injury or in the event of an illness that threatens functioning. Patients can see physicians, ophthalmologists, podiatrists, and nurses on an as-needed basis, for help handling chronic health conditions or to deal with emergent health issues. In addition, our elder care specialists can provide assistance with daily care needs for those patients no longer capable of self-care.
What is special about our dementia care services is that we have program that is designed to slow the rate of cognitive decline, promote memory stimulation, and possibly even improve cognitive functioning in some of our dementia patients. These services are provided in warm and inviting secure facilities, so that you know your loved one is safe and cared for while you are using respite care.
