Type of Care
24 Hour Home Care
Our 24-hour home care service provides compassionate, one-to-one support from a dedicated live-in carer, ensuring comfort, consistency and independence at home.
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What is Dementia Care?
Dementia care is support for people living with dementia that helps them manage everyday life, maintain their independence and stay safe and comfortable. The support a person needs will depend on how dementia affects them, but it can include help with daily routines, personal care, medication, meals and emotional wellbeing. Many people with dementia continue … Continued
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How is Early Onset Dementia Diagnosed?
Early onset dementia is diagnosed through a combination of medical assessments, cognitive tests, brain scans and discussions about a person’s symptoms and medical history. Because symptoms can sometimes resemble stress, depression or other health conditions, reaching a diagnosis may take time. Early onset dementia, sometimes called young onset dementia, refers to dementia that develops before … Continued
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What Rising Dementia Rates Mean for Families
Across the UK and worldwide, dementia rates are rising. As populations live longer and awareness of dementia improves, more families are facing the reality of supporting a loved one with the condition. For many people, a dementia diagnosis brings uncertainty and difficult questions about the future. Families may need to adapt to new responsibilities, plan … Continued
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Patience with Dementia Patients
Patience with dementia patients is essential because dementia affects memory, communication and behaviour, often causing confusion, repeated questions and changes in mood. Responding calmly and with understanding can help reduce distress, improve communication and support a person’s wellbeing. For families and carers, remaining patient is not always easy. As dementia progresses, everyday interactions may take … Continued
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What is the Difference Between Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Understand the difference between dementia and Alzheimer’s Dementia and Alzheimer’s are terms you may have heard used interchangeably despite the fact that they aren’t the same. Some clarity on each of these terms can help you better support a friend or family member who has been diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer’s. So here we’ll explore … Continued
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Support for Dementia Carers
Support for dementia carers is important because caring for someone with dementia can be emotionally, physically and mentally demanding. While many carers find supporting a loved one rewarding, the responsibilities can increase as dementia progresses and care needs change. Many carers spend time helping with daily routines, appointments, medication, meals and personal care. Over time, … Continued
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Handling Incontinence with Dementia
Incontinence is a common symptom experienced by individuals with dementia, especially in its later stages. Sometimes, this is a direct result of dementia, while others experience it for other reasons, such as physical health conditions and ageing. Incontinence can be distressing for individuals with dementia and their carers. However, there are several ways to manage … Continued
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A Guide to Celebrating Alzheimer’s Month
Every September people across the UK and around the world come together to recognise Alzheimer’s Month. It is a time to raise awareness and show support for those living with dementia and the families who care for them. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia. It affects memory and thinking and can make … Continued
