There are currently over 800,000 people living with dementia in the UK, and as the population of over 65s is expected to grow considerably over the next 20 years, this figure is set to rise sharply.
In-home care not only allows those suffering with dementia to retain their independence, but is also extremely beneficial in delaying the effects of the disease.
A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s and dementia can be a very harrowing time not only the patient but everyone in the family circle. Our In-Home Dementia Care services ensure that respect and compassion are of equal importance to the service and responsibility we undertake.
Through our experience of working with dementia patients, we have developed our own resource library to assist our carers in providing best practice services at every stage of the condition, ensuring our clients remain as active and engaged for as long as possible.
Dementia Care packages
Typical techniques we incorporate in our Dementia Care packages include:
- Encouraging clients to keep a diary of appointments and to-dos
- Putting labels on doors and cupboards
- Storing important items in the same place
- Labelling of family photographs
- Place important numbers by the phone where they can be referred to easily
- Write reminders to lock doors, turn off gas and carry out simple safety procedures
Northview Health dementia carers are not only trained to assist in day-to-day tasks but also to engage and stimulate the minds of the clients under their care.
For example, there are a number of word and image association games our carers enjoy playing with our clients that can also be very beneficial to improving memory.
As with all our services, we carefully select a member of our team to care for your loved one, based not only on professional experience but also their personality and interests. Familiarity is essential to any carer relationship and is particularly important when treating those with dementia, as such we will try our best to ensure the same carer visits your home regularly.
Why is Dementia care care important for patients
Here are some of the benefits and features of our Dementia Care service:
- Person-Centered Care:
Our Dementia Care service is based on a person-centered approach that places the individual with dementia at the center of their care plan. This approach allows us to tailor our care to each individual’s specific needs, preferences, and abilities.
- Trained Caregivers:
Our caregivers are specially trained to provide care for individuals with dementia. They have a deep understanding of the disease and its progression and are able to provide compassionate, patient-centered care.
- Safety and Well-Being:
Our caregivers are committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of the individuals in their care. They are trained to manage challenging behaviors, prevent falls and accidents, and provide medication management to help individuals stay healthy and comfortable.
- Assistance with Daily Tasks:
We understand that individuals with dementia may struggle with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and grooming. Our caregivers provide assistance with these tasks, as well as meal preparation, housekeeping, and transportation.
- Respite Care:
We understand that caring for a loved one with dementia can be challenging, both physically and emotionally. Our Dementia Care service includes respite care for family caregivers, giving them the opportunity to take a break and recharge.
Specialist Response Team
Our 24/7 team are medically trained to give you best service when you need it most. 100% of calls are answered within 60 seconds.