Caregiver Support
Until there is a cure for Alzheimer’s, VNA Health is here to help care for you and your loved one.
Alzheimer’s disease, is a life-limiting condition that progresses in different stages. There are signs and symptoms that are important for family members and caregivers to be aware of so that when needed, they can ask for additional support and comfort care, sooner rather than later.
Signs & Symptoms to Watch For
- Inability to recognize close family and friends, and maybe even oneself
- Talking less often and speaking only a few intelligible words
- Having problems eating, drinking, and swallowing
- Loss of bladder control or bowel movement, intermittent or constant
- Increased aggression, depression, or restlessness
- Less able to walk, sit up, dress, or bathe without assistance
- Having more frequent falls, illnesses, or infections
- Sleeping more
- Becoming more frail
- Unexplained significant weight loss
Getting care sooner can make a huge difference to your loved one’s quality of life, as well as for the family and caregiver. For more information or for a complimentary evaluation, please call VNA Health anytime at (805) 965-5555.
Community Resources
2-1-1 SB County
800-400-1572
Alzheimer’s Association
805-892-4259
Area Agency on Aging
805-965-9554
Center for Successful Aging
805-898-8080
Central Coast Aging & Disability Resource Center
805-928-2552
Central Coast Commission for Senior Citizens
805-925-9554
Coast Caregiver Resource Center
805-569-8950
Family Service Agency
805-965-1001
Friendship Center – Santa Barbara
805-969-0859
Friendship House – Solvang
805-688-8748
In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)
805-681-4550
VNA Health Loan Closet
805-690-6235