Getting the news that a parent or loved one has Alzheimer's disease is life-altering. The diagnosis can influence how you feel about your loved one's safety and their capacity to care for themselves. Caregiving may be stressful, but finding good support for a loved one can reduce that stress and make daily life more pleasant all around.

Seniors in Van Buren, Fort Smith, Greenwood, Alma, and other communities in Arkansas's River Valley region can get the support they need with in-home Alzheimer's care from Visiting Angels® Fort Smith. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for elderly people with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia.

The caregivers at Visiting Angels Fort Smith understand all the intricacies of caring for seniors living with Alzheimer's disease. They care for elderly clients with compassion and dignity. You can trust that your loved one is in excellent hands with Visiting Angels Fort Smith.

Medicare GUIDE Program in Fort Smith, AR

Have you heard about the new dementia GUIDE program? Medicare's Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience (GUIDE) Model is designed to help improve the quality of life of seniors living with dementia, as well as ease the strain of their unpaid caregivers. This new GUIDE Model does this by offering in-home dementia care and respite care services. If your loved one has dementia and meets the eligibility requirements, you can sign up for support and dementia respite care near you. 

At Visiting Angels Fort Smith, we have partnered with approved providers to offer these dementia care benefits starting July 1, 2025. The program is new, and details are still being rolled out. To find out more about the program and to see if you qualify for the GUIDE Model benefits, contact us today. 

Why Choose Alzheimer's Care Services from Visiting Angels Fort Smith?

The Alzheimer's home care services provided by Visiting Angels Fort Smith are tailored to each client's unique need. Our care plans are designed to keep up with your loved one as their needs evolve over time, which is especially important given the progressive nature of Alzheimer's disease.

Some of the Alzheimer's care services frequently provided by Visiting Angels Fort Smith include:

• Bathing and dressing assistance
• Walking and fall prevention
• Help preparing healthy meals
• Transportation assistance
• Medication reminders
• Wandering prevention
• Household organization
• Light housekeeping tasks
• Running errands and shopping
• Companionship

No need to worry about the well-being of a loved one at any time of day or night since we provide support around the clock. Our caregivers can also visit on weekends and holidays. We will work with you to adjust the care plan for your loved one if circumstances change.

Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's isn't always easy. But with Visiting Angels Fort Smith by your side, you can rest easy knowing your loved one will get the assistance and care they need right in the comfort and familiarity of their own home.

Getting Started with Visiting Angels

Visiting Angels Fort Smith provides a free in-home consultation for families looking to get started with Alzheimer's home care services for a loved one. Our goal is to develop a customized strategy for your loved one based on the information you provide about their condition and lifestyle. You will also be able to make a care plan for your loved one and get answers to any questions you may have at this time.

If you have a parent or family member who is in need of professional in-home Alzheimer's care, contact Visiting Angels Fort Smith today.