Frequently Asked Questions

People with Alzheimer’s may become agitated or aggressive as their disease worsens.

First, try to understand the cause of their aggressive behaviour, such as pain, frustration, grief, boredom, medication, lack of sleep, noisy background or loneliness. Ask questions about how they are feeling.

A few tips for coping:

• Reassure them and speak calmly
• Listen to their concerns
• Help them keep a daily routine
• Try different types of activities that provide them with a purpose
• Build quiet time into the day such as soothing music and reading
• Talk to their physician
• Limit the amount of caffeine, sugar and “junk food” they eat

If you find you need more support to deal with behavioural concerns, please contact us for a private consultation.

The health and safety of your loved one are of utmost importance to you. At some point, decisions must be made about their mental and physical well-being.

Make preserving your loving relationship a top priority: ask questions, listen attentively, work together, and be patient. The best way to persuade your parents to accept help later in their lives is by starting conversations early, before their health and cognitive functions decline. A good discussion among family members about their feelings and the support options available is the best approach. Ask questions to direct the discussions, know your options in advance and point out the benefits.

If you need guidance about best available options for your situation, please contact us for a private consultation.

Even if you live far away from each other, you can still make sure your ageing parents are leading a safe and healthy life.

To start, evaluate their needs, their lifestyle and their mobility. Figure out where exactly they need help and what that support might look like.

• Evaluate what you can actually do to help them from a distance
• Research local support and resources for engagement, cooking meals, transportation – whatever is needed
• Find relatives and friends who can check in with them regularly
• Plan visits and stay connected with them
• Have an emergency plan
• If needed, consider moving them to a senior living community

Working with a professional home health care company like For the One You will help you evaluate needs and offer you a list of local resources.

First, thank your friends and family because they have your best interests at heart.

You know your spouse best and know how they will respond to different situations and communication styles. Plus, taking personal care of your spouse can also jeopardize your own mental and physical health.

Here are some ways to support a spouse with dementia or Alzheimer’s:

• Plan together for the future
• Talk to your physician who can guide you to the proper resources
• Write down where you feel support is needed, and ask for help if you need it
• Maintain a positive emotional connection
• Take care of yourself too!
• Stay healthy together through physical activity, nutritional meals, and daily routines that include socialization.

It can be challenging to navigate through this changing landscape on your own. If you need guidance and support, please contact us for a personal consultation.

An End-of-Life Doula is a certified companion and coach whose primary role is to provide emotional, physical, and psychological support before, during, and after death for the dying person. They present choices, offer resources, identify priorities, capture wishes and help create a meaningful legacy. Patricia is a certified End of Life Doula, ready to help your loved one navigate their end-of-life process.

The best approach is to establish a regular daily routine that encourages them to use the bathroom frequently.

A few suggestions:

• Make the bathroom warm and comfortable.
• Leave out items ready to be used, such as a toothbrush + toothpaste, to help cue them.
• Use positive reinforcement and focus on fun, post-hygiene activities.
• Say “we,” not “you”.
• Lay out fresh clothes and let them know they can change.

We are committed to supporting our care team, our clients and their families to stay healthy and thrive during the COVID-19 outbreak.

We have several safety policies in place including:

• We follow WorkSafe BC’s safety guidelines and Health Link BC’s screening checklist
• Our team is provided with and trained on the proper use of personal protection equipment
• We follow BC Centre for Disease Control’s best practices and request if a team member or client experience symptoms that they self-isolate

Please contact us to answer any questions or concerns you may have around the safety of your loved one.

At For The One You Love, the creation of a personalized care plan begins with an in-depth assessment conducted by Patricia. This process assesses the unique needs of your loved one, your family, and the primary caregiver, considering factors such as mobility challenges, safety concerns, and family dynamics. The insights from this assessment guide the development of a tailored care plan that includes Daily Home Care Essentials, Enhanced Companion Care Services, Consultation and Advocacy, and End-of-Life Doula services. Each plan is designed to set achievable goals, measure outcomes, and adapt as circumstances change, ensuring the ongoing emotional well-being of clients.

Yes, our personal care services are available to seniors residing in care facilities who are seeking greater engagement. We provide companionship, meaningful interactions, and activities that promote a more enriched lifestyle. From social outings and recreational activities to therapeutic services like aromatherapy and pet therapy, we ensure that seniors in care facilities lead fuller, more joyful lives.

Our companion services, paired with professional caregivers, are designed to alleviate the stresses and challenges that often accompany caregiving, allowing families to focus on quality time together. By handling daily tasks, addressing safety concerns, and implementing engagement programs, we allow families to be present with their loved ones as partners and companions, rather than as full-time caregivers. This also helps preserve loving relationships and reduces emotional strain within the family.

Yes, we offer consultation and advocacy services to help families make informed decisions about senior care. Patricia provides private consultations that include communication tools, support for managing challenging behaviours, and guidance for navigating community and health care networks. Our goal is to develop clear solutions tailored to each family’s unique situation, thereby reducing uncertainty and ensuring a smoother care process.