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How to protect yourself from fraud & scams?

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Unfortunately, seniors are more vulnerable to becoming scam or fraud victims. SInce Covid-19, they have been targeted with additional scams.  Seniors are often selected because they usually have good credit, own a home or condo, have savings, and are trusting. They also are selected because of age-related weaknesses such as: Loneliness & Isolation Depression Poor financial situation  Being financially insecure and looking for good fortune  Insecurities related to health, cognitive or social status  Age-related brain changes/cognitive changes & general health decline affect memory in many ways.  A senior might not remember or recognize their family and or not be aware of their financial status due to Dementia and or Alzheimer’s.  Adult children can be of help to seniors who don't suffer from cognitive decline by expressing their concern. This way is more effective than educating a parent about fraud & scams. Seniors deserve respect and don't want to be parented and

How does private home care help with Dementia & Alzheimers?

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In the early stages of Dementia & Alzheimer’s, seniors experience a higher quality of life by staying in the familiarity of their own home as long as possible. Most Dementia patients thrive on a routine that helps them with long term memory, therefore they experience any change as frightful. As the disease progresses quickly, seniors often refuse any help with activities of daily living. It leaves the family and loved ones overwhelmed as aggressive behaviour transpires which is very challenging to manage.       Private home care providers offer a high standard of personalized and flexible in-home care services. such as Personal Care, Companionship, Homemaking and Specialized Care.        Personal care assists with activities of Daily Living (ADL) such as showering/bathing, toileting grooming, eating, changing, transferring, medication reminders, light exercise & more.        Companionship care offers emotional & cognitive support and a healthy social routine benefit.