Dementia care in Leicester
High quality Leicester dementia care from Helping Hands
Different types of dementia can manifest in similar ways, such as an onset of forgetfulness, memory loss and a difficulty to retain information. They also have their own set of symptoms that may become obvious to those close by, such as changes in behaviour and personality.
Helping Hands have been supporting people to remain living in their own homes for 36 and our friendly home care in Leicester team can help you to make sense of the information that you’ve been given and provide personalised home care for your loved one.
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The friendly team in Leicester are happy to discuss every aspect of your care query, or if you prefer, we have a team of customer care specialists available to assist you seven days a week.
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Why care at home is a good option for somebody with dementia
Dementia care at home is an alternative to residential care that can have many positives for the person living with dementia. Already a very confusing time, being able to stay surrounded by familiar items, cherished photographs and beloved family and friends can mean that confusion and anxiety is kept to a minimum.
Perhaps your loved one has always enjoyed their garden? They still can, by having a carer support them at home for as many or as few hours a week as they need, right up to full-time live-in care.
When to choose dementia care at home
Helping Hands are industry leaders in dementia care and our carers and managers are all equipped in providing the best ways to support someone as an individual.
You may have been given an overwhelming amount of information to digest since diagnosis; however, this isn’t a time to make hurried decisions.
Our Leicester branch team can help you make sense of everything you’ve been told and discuss your care options with you during a convenient appointment in your own home.
Expert care tailored to your needs
You may need a carer to visit for light housework, meal preparation, or more in-depth support with medication and personal care. They can also offer companionship support, especially if you have a full-time, live-in carer.
Our carers will gladly do whatever they can to make each person’s life a little easier and more comfortable. This is especially reassuring for family who may not be close by and are unable to visit regularly themselves.
The friendly team in Leicester are happy to discuss every aspect of your care query, or if you prefer, we have a team of customer care specialists available to assist you seven days a week. You can also request a callback or use our live chat service for instant results. We look forward to hearing from you.
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Helping Hands always ensure that each carer is fully instructed and thoroughly assessed before they visit customers, undertaking initial training in manual handling, medication, first aid and much more.
They also have regular refresher instruction to ensure that their knowledge is up to date, especially in areas such as dementia, where information and recommendations can change regularly.
Helping Hands is regulated by the Care Quality Commission and the Care Inspectorate Wales, which demonstrates our commitment to excellence every time. This means you can be confident in the team’s ability to manage every aspect of your loved one’s care.
Choosing Helping Hands for Dementia care
Dementia is an individualised experience and therefore the person diagnosed should always be treated as an individual too. Just because they are living with dementia, it doesn’t mean they become the condition; they are still themselves and should be treated as such.
This is true of their care as well, and at Helping Hands we devise an individualised support plan putting the person being supported at the centre of their care journey. This will take into account their preferences and wishes, and at no time do they stop being treated with the utmost levels of dignity and respect.
How much does Dementia care cost in Leicester?
Remaining in your own home for care and support offers benefits that go beyond cost. However, we understand that you’ll need an idea of what you will be paying. So as a guide, visiting and live-in care begin at the following rates:
Visiting Care (per hour) from £32.40 plus a per visit charge of £4.50.
Live-in care (per week) from £1,675 for a single person, or £2,125 for a couple.
Respite live-in care (per day) from £345.<H2> Find out more about dementia care in Leicester
FAQs
Dementia care at home in Leicester is the right choice for people who wish to continue living in the home they love. Choosing care is a very personal decision so you should always choose the provision that best matches your desired care outcomes.
Anyone living with dementia can benefit from dementia care at home. This is because it supports you to continue living in a familiar and comforting environment that will help to reduce confusion and anxiety.
While all of our home care is delivered by dedicated, compassionate carers, they understand that people living with dementia often need a higher level of support. This can be with communication, practical care tasks, or just having unending patience.
Dementia care consists of practical care – such as medication support, personal care, and meal preparation, as well as emotional support. This can consist of sitting with the person and keeping them calm, gently communicating with them, or simply providing companionship.
Dementia care in Leicester at home is suitable for early and later-stage dementia because of our knowledgeable and empathetic carers. They will adapt their approach as the person’s condition changes, and your local Leicester care team will make sure the support plan is appropriately updated too.
We’re not – and never have been – a care agency. Instead, we’re a private home care company, established in 1989. Consequently, we employ all of our carers directly; none of them are self-employed. This is important because we cover all of their insurance and DBS checks. Talk to your local care manager for more information.