Age in Place: Are nursing homes really a safe place for seniors?
There comes a time when your parents, grandparents or other relatives, and close ones who reach their senior age need special care and professionals
Choose a nursing home with a reputation
Safety is most often the primary concern of the family, as there are very unfortunate cases where nursing homes failed to deliver that and were not professional. These cases were addressed and sanctioned, but it’s best to make sure the nursing home you choose is recommended by other people, that the staff communicates openly
Nursing homes should provide safe living conditions for aging parents
For patients with chronic illnesses, being in a nursing home is much safer than being at home by themselves. Even if you do take the time to visit them regularly and provide basic care…
=> the relative with no medical training and the need to take care of their own lives will find themselves in a very difficult situation. <=
Not having enough time, dealing with overwhelming situations or not identifying underlying problems in time can be very stressful on both the patient and the caregiver. Unless you can provide around-the-clock medical home assistance, a nursing home
In a nursing home, your loved one has around-the-clock professional assistance. Providing that it’s not understaffed, a home will make sure the shifts are reasonable for the employees, so that they are rested and able to provide all the care needed. Someone will always be there in the case of a fall or emergency and will know what to do in that situation. More so, in case of an unexpected situation, more members of the staff can intervene, it’s not just one person who takes care of everything.
Professional staff personnel
Another advantage of nursing homes in terms of safety is that all good nursing homes are very careful when hiring their staff 
Think about the well being of your parent, and if they can’t live happily on their own anymore, you should consider safer living environments. It’s not a decision you will make in a day or two, so before making a final decision assess the pros and cons.
Ultimately, choose a nursing home that is entirely dedicated to taking care of the elders and there are many ways in which it provides more things than you could provide at home. The enclosure is designed to monitor all the people that go in or out and know at all times when a resident is visited. For residents with Alzheimer’s, making sure you know at all times where they are is crucial, as often they might wander off and get into dangerous situations. Good nursing homes have discreet security technology 
One should also think about the less obvious benefits a senior citizen has when being a resident of a care home. Trained members of staff not only have the medical knowledge to intervene physically, but can also manage agitated or scared residents and calm them down. Experienced nurses know everything there is to know about patients with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. They will make sure your parents are in good hands, and that their needs and wants are carefully attended.
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. People are living longer and this means more of a drain on their finances and more demand for care in their home or assisted living. The industry is still advancing, which means significant changes will soon begin to materialize:
has also contributed to this shift in housing needs. There are even facilities appearing which cater for those who have memory problems and may be better suited to living in an environment that reflects their 
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. As these devices become more advanced and more affordable they will become a 
in many older people’s homes. They can provide assistance for all their living requirements allowing them to retain their independence for much longer.
whilst having a source of help nearby.
and the opportunity for all residents to have a say in community decisions.
for a loved one, you should be prepared to face difficulties along the way.
and use your gestures to make them 
and who you are. It’s very important to keep things simple and well-organized. Have pictures, paintings, or favorite possessions on display to make the patient feel safe and comfortable.
down. Even if they don’t remember you, the fact that you’re calm will force their brain into believing everything is ok, and that they’re safe.
to look after their loved one. In order to avoid accidents, it’s best to make your home a safer place to live in.
and include a 
, they won’t be able to read anymore; and if they lose their mobility abilities, they won’t be able to move. The Caregiver should focus on providing auditory and visual stimulation. Find a way to make them happy and don’t bring to their attention that there’s something they can’t do. If they can’t see well, take them outside anyway to smell the fresh flowers and hear the birds sing.
or place, the first thing you need to do is remind them who they are and where they are. This will help them “return to reality” a lot faster. Once again, do it on a calm tone and if you notice that they’re saying incorrect things, change the subject. Find a way to build a pleasant dialogue; talk about interesting subjects and put a smile on their faces.
for those with Alzheimer’s dementia too.
or other pet, yet have someone with Alzheimer’s in your home, an aquarium with lots of fish and activity may be just what you need.
and is difficult to calm, try adding a Fish aquarium to your home with a comfortable chair nearby.
(natural sleep/wake cycle.) The longer they’ve had dementia, the deeper is their confusion. It seems to occur as they begin to sleep more and stay awake less.