Dementia is degenerative condition manifested by a set of signs and symptoms in which areas of cognition such as memory, attention, language, and problem solving may be affected. In the latter stages individuals may be disoriented in time, in place, and in person. Alzheimer’s is the most common form of Dementia.
When looking at care options for someone suffering with Dementia or Alzheimer’s, Live-in Care is an ideal alternative as it removes the confusion that can come with new surroundings or routines. A familiar environment, with care on a one-to-one basis, will allow clients to receive the permanent support they need whilst remaining in the comfort of their own home.
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Live-In Care for Dementia is positive because…
It offers continuity of care.
- Helping Hands Live-in Carers work in 6-8 week blocks offering consistency, continuity of care and allowing relationships and familiarity to develop. We do not rotate staff on a 2 week on, 2 week off basis.
- Should the main carer be ill, we guarantee to provide cover. A client is never left without a Carer, giving peace of mind and reassurance to the family.
It offers much needed routine.
- Overall consistency is one of the best ways of keeping Dementia stable.
- Care at home is responsive and can adapt as needs change, supporting complex medication regimes by reminding and prompting.
- Live-in Carers can encourage favoured activities and avoid things that have been known to upset, doing whatever they can to help to reduce anxiety.
It offers peace of mind for the family.
- A Live-in Carer provides emotional support, remains positive and motivates their client, as well as promoting independence and maintaining dignity.
- Personal Care is tailored to the preferences, needs and choices of your individual situation to a level that makes you feel comfortable. We actively encourage all parties to contribute to and amend the detail that goes into the care plan.
- Helping Hands Live-in Carers receive specialist training to help them understand the complexities of Dementia and Alzheimer’s and have specific knowledge of the care and support required for these conditions.
Dementia and the comforts of home
- The familiarity and assurance that only home comforts can bring with no upheaval or disturbance or any disarming need for reorientation; in times of high anxiety the Carer is on hand to reassure and comfort.
- In their own home, clients are more likely to feel safe. Taking somebody with Dementia out of their familiar surroundings can make them feel exposed and vulnerable.
- Live-in Carers can cook favourite meals at times when we know clients prefer to eat.
Dementia and personal care
- Individuals suffering with Dementia or Alzheimer’s may require help with personal care issues. A Live-in Carer from Helping Hands can provide full assistance with sensitive personal care needs such as toileting, continence care, washing and bathing.
- Your personal care assistant is there to help with getting in and out of bed, and can work with other agencies including District Nurses and other healthcare professionals if additional help is needed.