Dementia and Alzheimer's Services

In 2020, the Arizona Alzheimer’s Association reported that in the state of Arizona, an estimated 150,000 individuals were diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. By 2025, it is estimated to grow to 200,000. This does not include the individuals with other forms of Dementia still living and being care for at home.

At LifeStyle Options, we understand how caring for a loved one with the disease can be difficult both physically and mentally for the family caregiver. The Alzheimer’s Association’s survey reported that 60% of family caregivers rated emotional stress and 40% rated depression as concerns for their own health and wellbeing. We at LifeStyle Options are here for you when you are feeling overwhelmed. You do not have to be alone during this difficult journey.

Our caregivers are trained in Dementia/Alzheimer’s-specific care allowing them to give the compassionate and knowledgeable care that is expected of a dementia trained caregiver. Jane Keys, a Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) and a Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional (CMDCP) with thirty plus years’ experience provides ongoing training.

She has introduced the caregivers to the symptoms of the disease, but more importantly, trained them how to interact and care for the individual with the disease using different dementia specific techniques customized to meet the needs of each client.

A Registered Nurse will schedule a complimentary care assessment to develop a customized care plan for our caregivers to follow with input from the Memory Loss Specialist when needed.

At Lifestyle Options, our caregivers utilized a variety of tools to enhance the experience of each client based on their care plan. For example, we utilize specialized Alzheimer’s books that provided help with memory, reading by the client and caregiver, questions regarding the pages they have read, and other tools designed to benefit the individual with memory loss. These techniques allow them to retain their dignity and independence. 

We also provide:

Education for spouses, family members, friends and the community 

Access to support groups for the persons living with the disease and their care partners

One-on-one visit with a Memory Loss Specialist

Monthly articles in the branch newsletter and AZ Health and Living magazine regarding Alzheimer's/Dementia and other topics

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