Skip to content An Alzheimer's diagnosis changes everything , but it doesn't have to mean leaving home. At Compassion Senior Care, we provide specialized, in-home Alzheimer's care across Calgary, giving your loved one the comfort of familiar surroundings and the professional support they need at every stage of the disease. Our trained caregivers bring patience, consistency, and genuine compassion to every visit.
Alzheimer's disease is the most common form of dementia, accounting for 60–70% of all dementia diagnoses. It is a progressive neurological condition that gradually impairs memory, language, reasoning, and the ability to carry out everyday tasks. Unlike general cognitive decline, Alzheimer's follows a recognizable progression , typically described across three broad stages: early, middle, and late.
In the early stage, your loved one may repeat questions, lose track of dates, or misplace familiar items. They may still live largely independently but benefit from gentle reminders and light supervision. In the middle stage , the longest phase , memory gaps become more significant, and assistance with personal care, meals, and medications becomes essential. In the late stage, around-the-clock care is often required as the ability to communicate and move safely becomes severely limited.
For Calgary families navigating this journey, in-home Alzheimer's care is often the most compassionate choice. Staying home preserves the sensory familiarity and daily routine that help manage anxiety, slow disorientation, and maintain quality of life , at every stage. Our guide to recognizing early signs of dementia can help you understand where your loved one is in their journey.
Our caregivers are trained to support seniors at every stage of Alzheimer's disease. Each care plan is built around your loved one's history, preferences, and current level of need , and evolves as the disease progresses.
Predictable daily routines are one of the most effective tools in Alzheimer's care. Our caregivers maintain consistent schedules for waking, meals, activities, and rest , providing the structure that reduces confusion and helps your loved one feel safe and oriented throughout the day.
Gentle, respectful support with bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting , delivered in a way that honours your loved one's dignity and sense of self, even as their needs increase over time. Learn more about our personal care services.
Nutritious meals and snacks prepared to match your loved one's preferences, dietary restrictions, and stage of Alzheimer's , ensuring they stay well-nourished and hydrated, even when appetite or food recognition becomes a challenge.
Ensuring medications are taken correctly and at the right time , reducing the risk of missed doses, accidental double-dosing, and the health complications that follow. Particularly important for Alzheimer's medications that depend on consistent daily scheduling.
Meaningful activities tailored to your loved one's history and interests , reminiscing with photos, listening to familiar music, gentle crafts, or simple puzzles. These activities support cognitive engagement, positive emotions, and a sense of purpose.
Attentive supervision and assistance with movement throughout the home , reducing fall risk in higher-risk areas like bathrooms, stairs, and hallways, and adapting as your loved one's physical abilities change over time.
Wandering is one of the most common , and dangerous , behaviours associated with Alzheimer's. Our caregivers provide attentive monitoring throughout the day and night, helping keep your loved one safe inside the familiar home environment they know.
Many people with Alzheimer's experience increased confusion, agitation, or restlessness in the late afternoon and evening , a phenomenon called sundowning. Our caregivers are trained to recognize and gently manage these episodes with calming routines and quiet reassurance. Read more in our guide to overnight home care in Calgary.
A consistent, caring presence that reduces anxiety, loneliness, and agitation , and brings warmth and human connection to your loved one's day. Our companionship services are woven into every care visit.
Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's is exhausting. We step in so that family caregivers can rest, attend to their own health, and recharge , without worry or guilt. Our respite care is available on a scheduled or as-needed basis.
As Alzheimer's progresses, nighttime supervision often becomes essential. We offer overnight care and full 24-hour live-in care to ensure your loved one is never left without support , day or night.
Alzheimer's is not a single experience , it is a journey that changes over time. Our care plans are built to adapt with your loved one, stage by stage.
In the early stages, your loved one may still be largely independent. Our caregivers provide gentle reminders, social engagement, transportation assistance, and light household help , preserving independence while adding a trusted layer of daily support. This is also the ideal time to establish consistent routines that will carry real benefits through later stages.
As Alzheimer's progresses, daily tasks become more difficult. Our caregivers step in with hands-on personal care, meal preparation, medication reminders, and structured activities , maintaining consistency and reducing the behavioural symptoms that often emerge in the middle stage, including agitation, repetition, and wandering.
In the late stage, your loved one may need continuous care and assistance with all aspects of daily life. Our overnight and 24-hour care options ensure round-the-clock supervision, safety, comfort, and dignity , within the familiar surroundings of home, close to the people they love.
For someone living with Alzheimer's, the home is more than a physical space , it is a memory. The layout of familiar rooms, the smell of a favourite meal, the sound of a known neighbourhood: these sensory anchors help slow disorientation and reduce anxiety. Moving to an unfamiliar care facility can accelerate cognitive decline and cause significant emotional distress, particularly in the early and middle stages of the disease.
In-home Alzheimer's care from Compassion Senior Care allows your loved one to remain in the environment where they feel safest, while receiving structured, professional support from a caregiver who knows them well. We serve families across Calgary and surrounding communities, with flexible scheduling that grows with your loved one's needs , from a few hours of weekly support to full-time, around-the-clock care.
We are proud to be a locally owned Calgary home care agency , not a franchise. Mark and Norma founded Compassion Senior Care to serve their own community, and that personal commitment shows in everything we do. Learn more about our team and our story.
Our caregivers receive training in Alzheimer's communication techniques, de-escalation strategies, and person-centred care approaches , ensuring your loved one is treated with dignity and respect at every stage of the disease.
No two people experience Alzheimer's in the same way. We build care plans around your loved one's personality, history, and current needs , and adapt them as the disease progresses. Care feels natural and familiar, not clinical.
For someone with Alzheimer's, an unfamiliar face can be distressing. We prioritize consistent caregiver assignment so your loved one builds trust and familiarity with the person caring for them , reducing anxiety and improving daily experience.
Alzheimer's affects everyone in the household. We communicate openly with family members, provide caregiver respite, and make sure you feel informed and supported throughout the journey. If you are feeling the strain, our guide to caregiver burnout in Calgary is worth reading. You are never alone in this.
We are not a franchise. Compassion Senior Care is locally owned and rooted in the Calgary community. We understand the resources available to Alberta families , including AHS CDHCI funding , and will help you navigate them.
Whether you need a few hours of support each week or full-time care, we work around your family's schedule. Our full range of senior care services means we can meet your loved one's needs at every stage , without changing providers.
The cost of Alzheimer's care is a concern for many Calgary families, and it is one we take seriously. Some in-home care services may be partially funded through Alberta Health Services (AHS) via the Client Directed Home Care Invoicing (CDHCI) program , a program that gives eligible Albertans more control over how their care is delivered and by whom. You can also use our CDHCI calculator to get a quick estimate of what funding may be available to your family.
Private extended health insurance may also cover a portion of home care services. We encourage families to explore their eligibility early. For a deeper overview, read our comprehensive guide to CDHCI and senior home care in Calgary. Our team is happy to walk you through the options and help you understand what support may be available.
Alzheimer's disease is the most common cause of dementia, accounting for approximately 60–70% of all dementia diagnoses. All Alzheimer's care is a form of dementia care, but not all dementia is caused by Alzheimer's. Other types include vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia, and frontotemporal dementia. Compassion Senior Care provides tailored in-home support for all types of dementia, including Alzheimer's disease.
There is no single defining moment , but common signs include forgetting to take medications, leaving appliances on, getting lost in familiar places, struggling with personal hygiene, or becoming increasingly anxious or withdrawn. You do not need to wait for a crisis. Early-stage care can begin with just a few hours of support per week, establishing routines that make a significant difference as the disease progresses. Contact us and we can help you assess what level of support makes the most sense right now.
Yes. Our caregivers receive training in Alzheimer's-specific care approaches , including communication techniques for memory loss, strategies to reduce agitation and sundowning, safe supervision for wandering, and person-centred care practices. We also carefully match each caregiver to your loved one's personality and routines to minimize disruption and build genuine trust.
Yes. We provide compassionate in-home support at every stage of Alzheimer's, including the late stage when full-time assistance is required. Our overnight and 24-hour live-in care options ensure your loved one has consistent, attentive support around the clock , in the comfort and familiarity of home.
For many families, yes , particularly in the early and middle stages. Familiar environments reduce confusion and anxiety in people with Alzheimer's, and in-home care provides one-on-one attention that a shared facility setting typically cannot match. That said, every situation is different. We are happy to discuss your loved one's specific circumstances and help your family make the most informed decision possible.
Some in-home care services may be partially funded through Alberta Health Services via the Client Directed Home Care Invoicing (CDHCI) program. Eligibility is assessed by AHS, and approved hours can be directed to registered providers like Compassion Senior Care. Private insurance may also cover a portion of care costs. Contact us to learn more about navigating your funding options.
We understand that families often need support quickly. After an initial consultation to understand your loved one's needs, we can typically begin care within a few days. Call us at 403 452-6252 and we will work to get the right support in place as soon as possible.
You don't have to face Alzheimer's alone. Compassion Senior Care is here to help Calgary families with trusted, in-home Alzheimer's care , compassionate, consistent, and built around your loved one's needs. Call us at 403 452-6252, or click below to get started.
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