Alzheimer's Disease Care Centers provide both skilled and intermediate levels of care to those individuals with Alzheimer's Disease. Specialized nursing care utilizing a team approach as well as secured areas, both inside and outside, allow for maximum freedom to those afflicted with this disease. Hospice Services are provided by some nursing facilities. These services include 24-hour nursing care to those diagnosed with a terminal illness. The primary concern of the hospice is to deal with pain control and to maintain dignity of life.
Counseling is available to the patient and family members.
This service allows caregivers to take vacations or tend to business, knowing the needs of the family members are being met by trained staff. After you and your personal physician discuss the type of services needed, obtain a list of nursing homes in your area offering those services. Your doctor or social worker will be familiar with area facilities. Also, contact CHCA, your local medical society, community welfare agency, or health department. Friends and neighbors may offer information if they are acquainted with someone in a nearby home.