Dementia Care
Care at home is often chosen because its allowing people to stay in their own home even when their care needs increases.
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What Is Dementia Care?
Dementia is a collection of symptoms associated with an ongoing decline of brain functioning and can lose interest in their usual activities and may have problems managing their behaviour or emotions.
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Dementia diagnoses can come as a shock to the person with the condition and those around them. With the right care and attention, those living with dementia can have the opportunity to continue to live their life to the fullest. However, there are always sources of help and support for those living with dementia to continue with their favourite activities, remaining in their home and enjoy time with their friends and family.
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Our carers are specialised in dementia and trained in the needs and requirements of those living with dementia. They can provide the support that makes all the difference for a high quality of life in a familiar surroundings. ​
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Dementia care is best provided by the specially trained dementia carer who understand the particular effects of different types of dementia including Alzheimer`s, Vascular dementia and Lewy Body Dementia
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Our specialist dementia and Alzheimer's carers can support people living with dementia through the following types of care:
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Our carers are specialised in dementia care and can help in all stages of dementia. In early stage dementia the carer can assist with basic everyday tasks like cooking, gardening and walking to help maintain some normal life.
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As the condition progresses they may need more support such as: medication prompting, reassurance, assistance with eating and drinking, continence care, washing, showering and therapeutic care.
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Live-in dementia care can be a good option for your loved one once the condition has progressed. With a live-in carer your loved one has someone constantly with them to manage their condition day and night. The benefit of live-in care is that your loved one can remain in the comfort, security and familiarity of a home they've always known.
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What are the aspects of dementia live-in care?
Live-in care is the alternative care solution to residential care, nursing home or home care, which allows the care patients to remain in their home. Dementia care is one of the complex Live-in care which ensures that your loved one receives the specialist support they require alongside personal care and assistance with daily tasks.
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Live-in dementia carers will make sure that your loved one is safe at night as well as ensuring their needs are met 24 hours per day. Dementia carer's offer support with medication, mobility, social interaction and general housekeeping.
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Living safely with dementia
After a period of time living with dementia, the brain damage has an increasing impact on memory and as the disease progresses will affect the persons ability to remember what they are doing. As for example: leaving the tap running, the hob burning, or leave the front door open which potentially can endanger their home and their health. With live-in carer your loved one can be helped to stay at home safe.
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Communication and understanding
To communicate with your loved one after been diagnosed with dementia is an important part of living well. It helps to keep a sense of self, sustain relationships and maintain their quality of life.
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Many people with dementia if they can not express themselves, they can lose confidence, feel anxious or depressed, or become withdrawn. A specialist dementia carer can provide a friendly face, be a good listener and have plenty of patience.
Our specialised carers speak slowly, using short sentences and short words, offer simple choices, using eye contact and always introduce themselves.
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Non-verbal Communication - If the speech becomes muddled, the person may start to use non-verbal forms of communication. The important key part is to take time to understand how they use their body language, including their hand gesture, facial expressions and posture, to communicate how they feel.
Try to recognise their tone of voice to be able to work out if their are happy or distressed and try to keep your tone of voice and your facial expressions at the same level as theirs to not create confusion. Is important to hold their hand or give them a hug to comfort them if they feel anxious, frustrated or scared. Be mindful to not invade their personal space or be to dominant.
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Importance of communication-Think what to say before interacting with the person diagnosed with dementia. Try to use inspiration from your own activities or something from the news stories. It's good to think about the space surrounding to make it easier for the person to hear you e.g turn off the tv or radio so they can concentrate on the conversation as listening to too many people at once can become confusing.
You must watch their body language and be aware if the person becoming frustrated or tired of talking. Be a good listener and patient when communicating, allow the person to finish the sentences and don't try to finish it for them or interrupt them. Use eye contact and always keep reassuring them with a smile.
Support from our specialists
Our carers are specialised in work with people living with dementia, they have up to date training and on line refresher training. Carers will support with every day tasks including management of medication and any other treatment plans.
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Our carers will support with keeping your loved one active by continuing with their hobbies and their activities they enjoy most to maintain their mobility and reduce stress.
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Encouraging good mental health and physical health for your loved one is important to be supported with light exercise, our carers can support in taking them out for a walk or seated exercises to maintain as much mobility as possible.
We are with you all the way
When choosing Hearts Kind you are fully in control to make your own decision no matter what challenges you are facing, we'll be able to support every step of the way.
We are only a phone call away:
Accepting the help of a carer can be tough, and everyone processes it differently. We'll listen to you and your family, answer your questions and support you to choose whats best for you or your loved one.
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Your decision your choice:
As you know your strengths, you know what kind of care is best for you. We'll find a carer who is great match for you and you'll get the chance to view their profile, make contact with the carer then make a final decision through your Hearts Kind account.
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Give Us A Call
Our friendly team are here to help and are just a phone call away! We understand the first call may feel daunting but our team are here to assist you with any questions you may have. We'll never ask you to commit to anything, this is a chance for you to understand what your options are.
Meet Your Carer
We will arrange for you to meet with the carer(s) that we've matched with you, to ensure the match is correct for you.
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We pride ourselves on our quality care and experienced carers.