Client-Directed Home Care Alberta
Client-Directed Home Care Alberta: Empowering Dementia Care at Home Share: At Genacare Family Support, we understand the challenges families face when caring for a loved one with dementia. Our commitment is to provide compassionate support and comprehensive services to ensure your loved one feels safe, comfortable, and connected at home. BOOK AN APPOINTMENT Let’s […]
Senior Wandering Prevention
Dementia Wandering: A Guide to Prevention & Management Share: Wandering, a common behaviour among individuals with dementia can be a source of anxiety and concern for both the person with dementia and their caregivers. According to a study by the Alzheimer’s Association, 6 in 10 people with dementia will wander at some point in […]
Dementia: Understanding the Signs and Types
Dementia: Understanding the Signs and Types Share: Dementia, a term for a decline in cognitive function that disrupts daily life, can be a source of worry and confusion. While Alzheimer’s disease is the most well-known form, dementia encompasses a variety of conditions with different causes and symptoms. BOOK AN APPOINTMENT Let’s discuss how we […]
Gentle Techniques for Bathing Loved Ones with Dementia
Gentle Techniques for Bathing Loved Ones with Dementia Share: Caring for a loved one with dementia can present unique challenges, particularly when it comes to daily tasks like bathing. It’s important to remember that logic may not be the most effective approach, and focusing on building trust and creating a comfortable environment is key. This […]
Why didn’t we find you earlier?
Why didn’t we find you earlier? What makes GenaCare different from other caregiving providers? You have to meet Toni and Gary to get a palpable sense of their genuine empathy, care, experience and understanding. So often after establishing their relationship with a family in need of support, they get the comment “why didn’t we find […]
Talking About Dementia
Talking About Dementia, with Dr. Eric Smith and Christina Frangou discussing the common questions about dementia, early warning signs, and the importance of connecting. You will also learn about the programs and services available to help you. A diagnosis of dementia is a stressful experience. An overwhelming amount of information needs to be taken in […]
Meet Gary
Meet Gary Meet Gary, born and raised in Calgary, Gary embodies the spirit of our community through his unwavering commitment to caregiving, coaching, and mentorship. His journey has been one of dedication, compassion, and a profound love for nature, education, and senior care. As a devoted parent, Gary’s adult years were spent as a stay-at-home […]
Toni Reed
Meet Toni Toni Reed, has spent over 3 decades devoted to helping vulnerable people work through the challenges that they face in their everyday lives. As a Social Worker, she honed her interpersonal skills while supporting individuals, communities, families, groups and societies in a variety of complex social settings. She recognizes the value of human […]