Caring for a loved one with dementia is an emotional and deeply personal journey. In the beginning, many families in Calgary manage care at home — driven by love, commitment, and a desire to keep their loved one comfortable in familiar surroundings. But as dementia progresses, the challenges often become more complex, and families may begin to wonder: When is it time to consider private dementia care?
At Truly Home Care Services, we understand that making this decision isn’t easy. In this blog, we’ll walk you through the signs that indicate it might be time to explore private care options, and how doing so can improve quality of life for both you and your loved one.
1. Increasing Safety Concerns
Dementia can significantly impair judgment, memory, and mobility. If your loved one is:
Wandering outside the home
Forgetting to turn off appliances
Falling more frequently
Leaving doors open or unlocked
…it may be time to consider a private care professional who can provide around-the-clock monitoring and safety support at home.
2. Decline in Personal Hygiene or Nutrition
Neglected grooming, missed medications, or poor nutrition are often red flags. If your loved one is forgetting meals or unable to bathe, dress, or take medications regularly, a trained caregiver can help manage these tasks with dignity and compassion.
3. Caregiver Burnout
You’re not alone if you’re feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or emotionally drained. Dementia caregiving can take a toll on your physical and mental well-being. Hiring private care not only ensures your loved one gets expert attention — it also gives you the chance to rest and recharge.
4. Escalating Behavioral Changes
As dementia progresses, mood swings, aggression, confusion, and anxiety may increase. Private dementia caregivers are trained to respond to these changes with patience, empathy, and strategies that help calm and redirect behaviors.
5. Difficulty Managing Daily Routines
Struggling to keep up with appointments, meals, medication schedules, or personal care routines? Private care can restore structure to your loved one’s day — and bring peace of mind to yours.
6. Social Isolation or Emotional Withdrawal
Dementia can make it hard to engage socially, which leads to loneliness and depression. A dedicated in-home caregiver provides not just physical assistance but also emotional support and meaningful companionship — something many clients in Calgary deeply value.
Why Choose Truly Home Care Services?
As a locally trusted provider in Calgary, Truly Home Care Services specializes in personalized dementia care that keeps your loved one safe, comfortable, and supported in the home they love. We offer flexible plans tailored to your family’s unique needs — whether that’s daily help, overnight support, or full-time care.
Our caregivers are trained in dementia-specific care, safety protocols, and compassionate communication — because we believe in treating every client with dignity, respect, and genuine kindness.
Final Thoughts
There’s no single “right time” to seek private dementia care, but if you’re noticing any of the signs above, it may be worth having a conversation with your family — or with us.
At Truly Home Care Services, we’re here to support you through this journey. Contact us today for a free consultation and discover how we can help your loved one thrive at home with the care they deserve.
