Getting someone to help

charley0419

my wife has dementia but it’s truly not as bad as many. Takes care of her needs her everyday needd, doesn’t drive , cook and many other interests are gone. But my question is how to you get someone in to spend time with her so I can leave her alone?? The fact that I would suggest it would upset her and wouldn’t be happy about it

caregiving daughter

Could you transition her to adult daycare at a facility. Perhaps call it a seniors' club? It may feel easier than bringing someone in and calling them a house keeper or distant cousin that will come over every week.

Maru

Look for home health companies in your area. My DH pretty much takes care of himself and keeps himself busy with the computer, Ipad and TV, but he wouldn't think to call 911 if there was a fire or other emergency, I told him that I worried about him when I was out running errands and that I would be getting someone to stay with him while I was out. No problem. He likes the caretaker and after the first few times stopped trying to keep her entertained until I returned.

Chance Rider

I recently began having a caregiver stay with my husband while I’m away from home. We live in an area that experiences wildfires frequently during summer months. My husband can handle his ADLs but doesn’t drive and would not know what to do in an emergency. I “sold” him on the idea of having someone come in who could help him with my dog and horses in an emergency. My husband really likes his “person” (we don’t call him a caregiver) and looks forward to the weekly visits. I was surprised at how well he accepted his person. I stuck around the first 2 visits just in case. It’s such a relief.

terei

https://alzconnected.org/discussion/77376/getting-someone-to-help

You hire someone and tell her they are there to help YOU with something…cleaning, whatever. Another explanation is telling the PWD is having hard times and you are helping them financially by giving them ‘something’ to do and paying them to come in and help you.