Dementia & Alzheimer’s Care in the GTA

1. Gentle and Respectful Personal Care

 

We support clients with:

• Bathing and hygiene while preserving modesty and control

• Grooming, dressing, and oral care with familiar routines

• Incontinence care and skin health

• Safe transfers in and out of bed, chairs, and toilets

• Encouraging autonomy while providing step-by-step guidance

 

Our PSWs always use patience, verbal cues, and a calm tone to ensure every interaction is respectful and low-stress.

 

2. Fall Prevention and Home Safety Monitoring

 

Safety is one of the most urgent concerns in dementia home care services. Our PSWs:

• Supervise movement to prevent wandering or injuries

• Minimize trip hazards and rearrange cluttered areas

• Help identify when assistive devices (like walkers) may be needed

• Assist with mobility throughout the home

• Encourage daily routines to reduce disorientation

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A well-structured, calm home environment helps reduce anxiety and accidents.

 

3. Meal Preparation and Feeding Assistance

 

Our PSWs ensure your loved one receives proper nutrition by:

• Preparing easy-to-eat meals aligned with dietary needs

• Sitting with clients during meals to offer cues or reminders

• Monitoring for swallowing issues, food refusal, or confusion

• Assisting with feeding if required

• Keeping a record of intake and changes in appetite

 

Eating becomes more than nutrition, it becomes a familiar, comforting routine.

 

4. Cognitive Engagement and Emotional Support

 

Mental stimulation and emotional connection are vital. Our team provides:

• Gentle conversation and redirection during confusion

• Memory engagement through music, photo albums, or reading aloud

• Participation in favorite activities, if appropriate

• Calming companionship to reduce isolation

• Help managing routines for sleep, hygiene, and medication

 

Heartfelt Health PSWs are more than care providers, they’re steady, compassionate companions who help restore dignity in the daily experience.

 

5. Managing Mood, Agitation, and Behavior Changes

 

Alzheimer’s and dementia can cause emotional outbursts, paranoia, or confusion. Our PSWs know how to:

• Use calming techniques to de-escalate moments of fear or frustration

• Recognize triggers and adapt approaches in real-time

• Maintain consistent routines to reduce agitation

• Avoid confrontation and redirect focus

• Communicate respectfully and patiently, even when words fail

 

This level of skilled emotional support can bring enormous relief to families and clients alike.

 

6. Light Household Help and Structure

 

We also provide:

• Light housekeeping to maintain a clean and calm environment

• Laundry and bed changes to support hygiene

• Safe meal storage and kitchen clean-up

• Organization of daily items to support client independence

• Friendly reminders for hydration, toileting, or personal care

 

A clean, simple space helps reduce confusion and keeps things manageable for everyone.

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7. Communication and Consistency for Families

 

We know families want to stay informed. Our PSWs:

• Provide updates after visits

• Alert families to changes in memory, eating habits, sleep, or mood

• Coordinate with family members, doctors, or other care teams as needed

• Follow care plans closely and adapt as conditions change

 

You’ll never be left wondering how your loved one is doing. We keep you involved and supported at every step.