Essential Memory Care Support

In-Home Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care in Edmond & Oklahoma City

Advanced Support from Senior Care at Home

Watching someone you love experience memory loss can be heartbreaking. Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia affect far more than memory. They can gradually change routines, communication, physical function, and even personality. For families, the emotional weight of navigating these changes can feel overwhelming.

You don’t have to walk this journey alone.

Our dementia care services are designed to provide steady, compassionate memory care support in the place your loved one feels safest: home. We carefully match each client with a consistent, professional caregiver who understands the importance of patience, routine, and gentle guidance.

Remaining at home can be deeply comforting for someone living with Alzheimer’s or dementia. Familiar rooms, treasured belongings, favorite chairs, even beloved pets, these small details often bring reassurance when the world feels confusing. With personalized care plans focused on safety, dignity, and quality of life, we help reduce stress for both seniors and their families.

There truly is something powerful about the comfort of home, especially for someone living with memory loss.

Experienced Dementia Caregivers Promote Quality of Life

Our dementia caregivers are experienced professionals who receive ongoing training specific to Alzheimer’s and dementia care. They understand how memory loss affects communication, behavior, and daily routines, and they respond with patience, calm guidance, and respect.

Through consistent memory care support, our caregivers learn each client’s patterns, preferences, and subtle changes over time. This allows them to provide steady reassurance, promote safety, and help maintain dignity in everyday moments.

Our goal is to deliver high-quality, relationship-based dementia care that supports both your loved one and your family with confidence and compassion.

Cognitive Engagement Can Slow the Progression of Cognitive Decline

The personal attention by a professional, trained in-home dementia caregiver is unmatched in any memory care setting. In addition to assisting with activities of daily living, we help our clients with dementia engage in meaningful activities and cognitive stimulation. Having fun and maintaining a sense of peace and purpose is valuable. We focus on lifestyle factors that promote healthy aging and quality of life, including physical activity and social and cognitive engagement.

We explore what works best for your loved one.

Engaging activities can include:

Hobbies
Crafts
Playing games and other creative play
Putting together puzzles
Folding laundry
Sorting objects
Listening to music, singing along
Reminiscing through conversation
Looking through photos
Taking a walk
Stretching and balance exercises

Our Caregiver Matching Process

Inviting someone into your home is a deeply personal decision. That’s why we take our caregiver matching process seriously. Your loved one deserves a family caregiver, someone who consistently shows up and provides compassionate service.

Here’s a peek inside our caregiver matching process:

In-Home
Assessment

We begin with a comprehensive conversation and in-home assessment. We take time to understand health needs, daily routines, mobility concerns, cognitive changes, personality, and preferences. Every detail helps us design a care plan tailored specifically to your loved one.

Thoughtful Caregiver
Matching

Next, we carefully select a caregiver whose experience, temperament, and skill set align with your family’s unique situation. We consider not only care needs and skills, but also compatibility because trust and comfort matter just as much as credentials.

Ongoing Support & Consistency

Once care begins, we prioritize consistent assignments so familiar faces become trusted relationships. Our team stays involved with ongoing communication and supervision to ensure the care plan continues to meet evolving needs.

Our goal is to build a dependable partnership that gives your family confidence and peace of mind.

Testimonials

We’ve been blessed with the opportunity to serve seniors and their families across the Oklahoma City metro.

“Melissa and Greg have been great. They have been so much more helpful than all the other agencies.”

“I like that they are very responsive if you call they answer, and they resolve any concerns immediately, they’re careful to find the right person for my dad.”

“I like how they are easy to communicate with, and they work hard to make great matches between clients and caregiver.”

"Melissa and Greg and their amazing team of caregivers took excellent care of my mother when the time came for help in her home. They were caring, compassionate and patient with her and really helped improve Moms quality of life enabling her to remain comfortably in her home!"

"Great agency. They have gone above and beyond to help my father. He loves his agency caregivers. They visited and called him during a recent short term skilled stay, which was really appreciated by my Dad and his daughters. The caregivers have been very conscientious with identifying changes in condition and reporting to us. We could not be more pleased!!"

"Superb, caring team and set of processes protecting my Mom and extending her Independence beyond her age-induced limitations."

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between dementia care and regular in-home care?

While many daily support tasks may look similar, dementia care requires specialized training and a deeper understanding of memory loss, behavior changes, and safety risks. Our caregivers use specific communication techniques, structured routines, and calming strategies designed to support individuals living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.

Can someone with Alzheimer’s safely remain at home?

In many cases, yes. With the right memory care support, seniors living with Alzheimer’s can remain in familiar surroundings, which often reduces confusion and anxiety. We assess safety risks carefully and develop a personalized care plan to promote comfort, supervision, and daily stability.

What does a dementia caregiver do during a typical visit?

Our caregivers provide assistance with personal care, meal preparation, mobility support, medication reminders, and companionship. They also offer cognitive engagement activities, gentle redirection when needed, and structured routines that help reduce agitation and confusion.

How do you help prevent wandering or safety concerns?

Safety is a top priority in our Alzheimer’s and dementia care services. Caregivers monitor for environmental risks, supervise mobility, and use calm redirection techniques when confusion arises. We also communicate proactively with families about any observed changes.

How do you match the right caregiver for someone with memory loss?

We begin with a comprehensive assessment to understand your loved one’s stage of dementia, personality, routines, and preferences. Then we match them with a caregiver experienced in providing memory care support and prioritize consistent assignments so trust can develop over time.

Will you keep our family informed about changes?

Yes. Ongoing communication is a key part of our care model. Because we provide consistent caregivers and RN oversight, we’re often able to notice subtle changes early and keep families informed so decisions can be made proactively.

When is it time to consider professional dementia care?

If you’re noticing increased confusion, safety concerns, caregiver burnout, or changes in mobility or behavior, it may be time to explore professional support. Seeking help early can reduce stress and improve quality of life for both your loved one and your family.

Where can I learn more about Alzheimer’s and how to support my loved one?

When you hire Senior Care at Home, we will provide some guidance and resources. We also recommend you connect with the Oklahoma chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association for education, local support groups, and more.

Does Medicare help with dementia care?

Medicare can cover certain aspects of dementia care, such as doctor visits, hospital stays, and short-term home health services. However, it typically does not cover ongoing, non-medical support at home.

A newer option, Medicare’s GUIDE Program, offers additional support for those living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. This includes care coordination and access to services like respite care.

Senior Care at Home is a participating respite care provider in the GUIDE Program, helping families receive in-home support while caregivers take time to rest.

Respite Care Through Medicare’s GUIDE Program

Senior Care at Home is honored to participate as a respite care provider for Medicare’s GUIDE Program. This program supports families caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia by offering additional resources, coordination, and relief for caregivers.

The Medicare GUIDE Program is a nationwide initiative designed to better support individuals living with dementia and the family members caring for them. For those who qualify, Medicare covers the full cost of these services, making it easier to access meaningful support without added financial stress.

Through the GUIDE Program, families receive:

Personalized care coordination from trained care navigators
Education and support for family caregivers
Access to respite care services, allowing caregivers time to rest and recharge
Connections to helpful community resources, such as transportation and meal services
24/7 support for urgent needs
A team-based approach with professionals experienced in dementia care

To qualify for the GUIDE Program, CMS states that individuals must have a dementia diagnosis, be enrolled in Medicare Parts A and B, and not be enrolled in hospice or long-term nursing home care.

If you’re exploring options for dementia care, our team can help you understand whether this program may be available to you and how to access these additional resources.

Get Started with Senior Care at Home

We’re ready to serve you. Give us a call today for more information or get started at 405-285-4191