Being in charge of an elderly loved one's care is an enormous responsibility, but when dementia or Alzheimer's are added to the mix, it can quickly become an incredible burden. Having professional care you can count on can mean all the difference between being able to manage their care, and being overwhelmed by the demands of their needs. That's where Visiting Angels^® St. Louis South can help. We provide exceptional, non-medical dementia care services with our signature compassionate touch to families in St. Louis and Northeast Jefferson County. Most importantly, we make it possible for seniors to continue to age in place with dignity in spite of their memory loss. 

Our Dementia Care Services in St. Louis

When you decide on Visiting Angels St. Louis South for your dementia care, you care getting a home care agency which truly understands the ins-and-outs of this difficult disease. That's because we worked closely with the Alzheimer's Foundation of America to develop the methods and strategies that we use to help seniors in St. Louis suffering from memory loss. From safely and sensitively dealing with emotional outbursts to keeping them on top of their medications and appointments, companion caregivers can do it all. 

Some of the benefits of in-home dementia care from Visiting Angels St. Louis South include:

• Higher self-esteem and greater confidence for your loved one
• Better oral hygiene, grooming, and nutrition
• Help following-through with doctors' instructions at home
• Fewer incidents of in-home accidents 
• Regular relief for family caregivers
• Help remembering when to take medications

Getting Started with Dementia Care in St. Louis

With support from Visiting Angels St. Louis South, peace of mind is close at hand. All it takes is a phone call to get relief from the pressures of providing dementia care. If you're living in St. Louis or Northeast Jefferson County, one of our expert care directors will go right to your home to listen to your concerns and walk you through your options. It's also a no-pressure opportunity to ask any questions you might have about our care. Together, we can build a plan that sets your loved one on a path to easier, more independent living. It's the perfect way to lift the burden off your shoulders and on to ours. 

To learn more about how dementia care could benefit your loved one, call Visiting Angels St. Louis South and book your free, in-home consultation today.