Is mom’s memory failing? It is usually family and friends that notice the early signs of a dementia, and often families don’t know when and how to
intervene.
A little fuzzy memory is not an alarm for most, but when memory starts to interfere with daily living and safety, then it is time to get the family into action. When mom is not eating well, and you notice weight loss, or if there have been small fires in the kitchen, these are signs it is time for an intervention.
Sometimes impaired judgment in your parents is seen before memory impairment. If mom’s memory is failing, it could make her a target of a scam which would need immediate intervention to secure their financial resources.
In between the time you get a comprehensive evaluation of your parent’s memory and brain functioning (cognition) you might want to take some steps to secure safety.
Bringing in a Professional Care Manager to help put a plan of security into action could allow your parent to feel independent but have the support and safety they need. The Care Manager can recommend some creative ideas around safety in the home, providing healthy food choices and some companionship.
Often siblings disagree on what is the best approach. One may try to step in and get resistance from the others while another may deny a problem until a serious incident occurs. If you have a disagreement on how to intervene to protect your parent, bring in an expert to get you all on the same path. The experienced Care Manager will give you language and ideas on how to approach your parent without getting resistance or anger.
If Mom’s Memory is Failing, Contact Eldercare Services
If mom’s memory is failing, give us a call at Eldercare Services. We will help you start on the right path and save stress, time and money.