There are many ways of helping our loved one with Alzheimer's. It doesn't have to break the bank for them. By hiring an adult day service which averages about $64.00 a day. (you need to search in your own living area). There is also in-home non-medical daytime assistance, which could run about $18.00 an hour, or in-home health aide (about $20.00). We found ComForcare Senior Services to be a great service.
Medicare will also help with in-home medical help for short term, which is prescribed by your doctor. Check medicare.gov to find local medicare certified in-home health care agencies.
Medicaid rules vary by state. The program may cover home care of day services if your 65 plus parent is nursing-home eligible and meets low-income requirements. Check govbenefits.gov for details.
You may also want to consult an elder-care attorney to discuss asset-management planning. This is important as your Alzheimer's loved one health declines. You can search National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys' at naela.com. Learn where your parents keep financial documents and medical information. This will help avoid costly mistakes. Check mymoney.gov for a detailed list for financial-planning.
Other ways to lower expenses for your Alzheimer's loved one is to look into your local senior programs, which are provided in your own city. For example, utility companies may offer a break on energy bills, just give them a call and ask. Also, church or synagogue volunteer programs to provide a companion to keep your loved one company periodically. Some senior centers may offer a couple of hours of relief, so your Alzheimer's loved one can interact with others while you run errands. Just inquire in your local city.
Some areas offer transportation services. These are not taxis, they are door to door access vans that charge a minimal fee.
A few of these things could surely help keep your Alzheimer's loved one stay in their homes for as long as possible.
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