Dementia Care in Middlesbrough

Why care at home is a good option for somebody with dementia

Creating a calm and supportive environment is key to reducing anxiety, say Dementia UK. “…ensuring the person is surrounded by familiar and reassuring objects like family photos can create a peaceful environment.”  Our carers are passionate about helping people with dementia continue to live in the home they love, and understand how – by supporting them to live independently – it can help their dementia journey progress more smoothly.

When to choose dementia care at home

If you or a loved one are finding that you’re not managing your home as well as you once did, but you want to continue living there, it might be time to consider some additional support. The majority of people living with dementia find comfort in a consistent routine, while upheavals in lifestyle can cause anxiety. Choosing dementia care at home from Helping Hands means you’re in the hands of a private home care company with 37 years of experience and will avoid the stress and upheaval of having to move and sell your home.

Expert care tailored to your needs

Our experienced Middlesbrough care team support many people in the area living with dementia. We know that every person’s situation is different and we will always view your loved one as an individual, with unique care needs. Helping Hands provide two types of care – visiting care, starting from a few hours a week, or around the clock, live-in care. All of our carers can provide help and support with every aspect of your daily routine, such as personal care, medication, housework, and meal preparation.

Qualified dementia carers in Middlesbrough

Our carers are passionate about delivering the highest quality home care for our dementia customers. We build on their existing skills and ensure they have all the knowledge they need around dementia care. We offer a bespoke package of learning for every one of our carers, meaning that they get to build their own expertise and develop at their own pace. We also encourage them to seek promotion if they’re keen to progress and enjoy seeing our carers fulfil their potential. We’re also proud of the number of our managers who’ve built their career within Helping Hands.

Choosing Helping Hands for Dementia care

Choosing Helping Hands for dementia care means you’ll always be supported when you most need it. Our dedicated carers can assist with household practical tasks and supporting your emotional wellbeing, such as accompanying you to favourite local beauty spots, walking the dog, shopping for groceries, or meeting friends. We can also help you to remain in touch with family and friends, making sure you don’t miss regular meetups for coffee and cake in town.

How much does Dementia care cost in Middlesbrough?

We’ll always design you a bespoke quote for your care, so that there aren’t any surprises when the bill arrives. As a guide though, our care prices begin at the following rates:

Visiting care begins at £32.40 per hour, plus a one-off callout charge per visit of £4.50.

Live-in care for an individual begins at £1,675 per week and for a couple £2,125 per week.

If you needed us on a live-in respite basis, our costs begin at £345 per day.