{"id":5433,"date":"2022-08-24T13:18:57","date_gmt":"2022-08-24T18:18:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pegasusseniorliving.com\/parmer-woods-at-north-austin\/?p=5433"},"modified":"2026-01-04T20:23:34","modified_gmt":"2026-01-05T01:23:34","slug":"dementia-care-austin-tx","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pegasusseniorliving.com\/parmer-woods-at-north-austin\/blog\/2022\/08\/24\/dementia-care-austin-tx\/","title":{"rendered":"I Have A Parent With Dementia. How Can I Help Them?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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You are not alone if your loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia. Over six million people<\/a> in the United States have Alzheimer\u2019s, the most common form of dementia. The symptoms of dementia like memory loss and behavior changes will eventually interrupt daily life.<\/p>

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You may have noticed personality changes in your parent with dementia. It can be common for them to feel more agitated or withdraw. They may not enjoy hobbies as they used to and mobility, word-finding, and cognitive abilities may be impaired. In this blog post<\/a>, Pegasus Senior Living Senior VP of Health and Wellness Dr. Sandra Petersen<\/a> shares some insight on common behavioral and personality changes that may occur in your loved one.<\/p>

What Are Some Signs That Dementia Is Progressing?<\/h2>

As dementia progresses, your loved one may start to experience changes in their behavior and personality. They may become more withdrawn or agitated and have difficulty communicating.<\/p>

You may also notice that they are having trouble with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and eating. If you notice any of these changes in your loved one, it is important to reach out to their health care provider for an evaluation<\/p>

Finding dementia care<\/h3>

Austin, Texas is home to many senior living communities, but finding one with specialized memory care is key. When a parent is diagnosed with dementia, it can be difficult to know what to do. You may feel like you are losing your parent all over again.<\/p>

The good news is that there are dementia care communities like Parmer Woods at North Austin<\/a> that can help your parent live a fulfilling life. In this blog post, we will explain how dementia care communities work and how they can help your loved one maintain their independence and quality of life.<\/p>

Family members are often the first to step in as their caretakers. It\u2019s important to seek help from your family health care provider as soon as you notice the signs of dementia. Detecting dementia early on can lead to better outcomes of planning for long-term care and starting therapies that can slow progression.<\/p>

The Connections program<\/h3>

The Connections program<\/a> at Parmer Woods at North Austin can help your parent live a fulfilling life by providing them with the support they need to maintain their independence and quality of life.<\/p>

Connections gives people with dementia purpose. Specialized dementia care experts provide round-the-clock personalized support and engaging activities. Family members receive peace of mind knowing their parent or spouse lives to the best of their ability.<\/p>

Dr. Petersen created Connections using data-based therapies that incorporate neuroplasticity. This approach keeps loved ones busy mentally and physically. Constant movement and interaction can form new neural networks in the brain around the damaged nerve cells.<\/p>

What does care in Connections look like?<\/h3>

A typical day in the Connections program may include:<\/p>