Some people with some types of dementia don't have any language skills left at all. They can be "non-verbal" - not able to use spoken words themselves, and not able to understand what's said to them unless it's backed up by physical prompts as well, such as gesture or showing them what you're talking about. For example, you might mime cleaning your teeth, or you would hold up their t-shirt when that's the next garment they need to put on.
So using lots of different ways to communicate with people is a skill that should be well developed in a memory care unit, and if a 92 year old needs that level of care then the language barrier shouldn't prevent him being admitted.
Having said that, it will of course be better if there are people there who know his language. What language is it, do you mind saying?
Have you discussed your concern with the facility?
Close to your home if you are close would be best.
Also I would look for a MC with similar background residents, if that is possible. If not, I would connect with a community leader from same culture or from their faith. Some communities have people (paid or volunteer) who will visit the resident or work with staff to ensure cultural needs are accommodated. With person centred care, even little things from their routine can help (like removing shoes or washing hands before a meal). Supplying cultural picture books & music can be a wonderful thing. Eg staff to put on a CD after lunch in their room.
I am not sure,, but thought I would give you one suggestion, hopefully others with more experience will give you their best thoughts... 92 years old, demential.. where is the person now? in your care? If so, can you actually handle this situation gracefully? If not, perhaps memory can could be a benefit. Have you toured any places near you? I would not move LO far away.. the closer to you, the better in case an ER issues come up. 6 packs, 2 caretakers and 6 residents in a family style home are good at times.. Do look in our area. My thought about placing a LO in a "home" whatever title you or they give it it, is.. keep them close so you can get to them quicker. I have my LO within a 5 minute drive if I stay the speed limit.... sometimes your LO won't even they were moved...dementia, etc. If language is a factor, do look up, and talk directly to facilities if they have activities or anything in your native tongue;. do take tours and if it's not too much of an issue take your 92 LO to these appointments and let them experience it too... make it as fun as you can.
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So using lots of different ways to communicate with people is a skill that should be well developed in a memory care unit, and if a 92 year old needs that level of care then the language barrier shouldn't prevent him being admitted.
Having said that, it will of course be better if there are people there who know his language. What language is it, do you mind saying?
Have you discussed your concern with the facility?
Also I would look for a MC with similar background residents, if that is possible. If not, I would connect with a community leader from same culture or from their faith. Some communities have people (paid or volunteer) who will visit the resident or work with staff to ensure cultural needs are accommodated. With person centred care, even little things from their routine can help (like removing shoes or washing hands before a meal). Supplying cultural picture books & music can be a wonderful thing. Eg staff to put on a CD after lunch in their room.
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92 years old, demential.. where is the person now? in your care? If so, can you actually handle this situation gracefully? If not, perhaps memory can could be a benefit. Have you toured any places near you? I would not move LO far away.. the closer to you, the better in case an ER issues come up.
6 packs, 2 caretakers and 6 residents in a family style home are good at times.. Do look in our area.
My thought about placing a LO in a "home" whatever title you or they give it it, is.. keep them close so you can get to them quicker. I have my LO within a 5 minute drive if I stay the speed limit....
sometimes your LO won't even they were moved...dementia, etc. If language is a factor, do look up, and talk directly to facilities if they have activities or anything in your native tongue;.
do take tours and if it's not too much of an issue take your 92 LO to these appointments and let them experience it too... make it as fun as you can.