How To Help When They Say They Want To Go Home

People who suffer with dementia often declare they "want to go home," regardless of their current location. To help your loved one cope with these issues and live their most comfortable life, it's vital to have a plan for their support. At Visiting Angels^® Santa Barbara, we offer professional dementia care throughout Santa Barbara County. 

When your loved one says "I want to go home," from the comfort of their own living room, this can mean many things. They are likely trying to communicate some other issue, such as an undiagnosed injury or feelings of confusion or sadness. You should not worry about correcting them or injecting logic into the situation, but rather focus on being a calming and nurturing presence. 

They are most likely experiencing a great deal of anxiety in these moments, so your role should be to listen to them and try to redirect their attention in a calming way. This can be done through music, walks, or simple household tasks. The most important thing is to remain relaxed, loving, and compassionate while trying to figure out what they are trying to communicate. 

Our Professional Dementia Care in Santa Barbara County

We provide professional in-home dementia care from thoroughly vetted senior care professionals. Each caregiver brings kindness, love, and patience to the job, helping you care for your relative and take breaks whenever you need. We offer flexible scheduling and customized services, and are eager to work with you to develop the right care plan for your loved one. Our service includes:

• Customized support with a variety of needs
• Attentive companionship for positive social interactions
• Memory assistance including medication reminders
• Fall prevention and other enhanced safety around the home
• And much more!

Dementia Care To Help The Whole Family

Our service is the solution your family needs to deal with this diagnosis. Providing all of your loved one's care on your own is not a sustainable plan. With our support, you can access full or part-time care from a loving professional. Our caregivers can take over some or all of your care responsibilities, leaving you free to enjoy the time you spend with your loved one. 

We are proud to offer this service throughout:

• Santa Barbara County
• Santa Maria 
• Lompoc
• Carpinteria
• Goleta
• Ojai
• Santa Ynez Valley
• Buellton
• Solvang
• Santa Barbara
• And nearby areas

To further discuss the benefits of our dementia care throughout Santa Barbara County, contact Visiting Angels Santa Barbara and schedule a care consultation today.