Consistency matters more than almost anything else when someone is living with dementia. We try to keep the same small group of carers visiting each time, rather than a different face every visit, so routines stay familiar and trust doesn’t have to be rebuilt from scratch.
Our carers support with the practical day-to-day — washing, dressing, meals, prompting medication — in a way that stays calm and unhurried, and are trained to recognise and respond to the anxiety or confusion that can come with dementia rather than treat it as a behaviour to manage.
Is Dementia Care Right for You?
Dementia care might be the right fit if:
- A diagnosis of dementia or memory loss means everyday tasks are becoming harder to manage safely alone
- Confusion, wandering, or missed medication have started to become a safety concern
- Family carers are exhausted trying to manage day-to-day support alone and need trained help
- You want carers who understand dementia specifically, not just general personal care
- You’re looking for continuity: the same familiar faces, rather than different carers each visit
What Your Carer Can Help With
- Personal care: washing, dressing, and continence support, delivered patiently and at your relative’s pace
- Medication prompts: helping keep track of medication times, reducing the risk of missed or doubled doses
- Routine and reassurance: keeping mealtimes, activities, and visits consistent, which helps reduce confusion and anxiety
- Meal preparation: cooking familiar meals and gently encouraging eating and drinking
- Calm, patient support: carers trained to recognise distress or confusion and respond calmly, without confrontation
- Respite for family: giving family carers a genuine, trustworthy break, whether for a few hours or longer
- Home safety: keeping an eye on everyday hazards and flagging any changes in condition to family
How to Get Started
- Call us: speak to our care team on 023 9279 8029 about the specific challenges you’re facing
- Free home visit: we meet your relative in their own environment and build a care plan around their routine and needs
- Consistent carers assigned: we assign a small, familiar team rather than rotating staff, and stay in close contact with family
Frequently Asked Questions
Do your carers have dementia-specific training?
Yes. Our carers receive dementia awareness training covering communication, routine, and how to respond calmly to confusion or distress.
Will the same carer visit each time?
We aim to keep a small, consistent team assigned to each client, because familiarity matters enormously for someone living with dementia.
What if my relative’s needs change over time?
Dementia care needs often change. We review care plans regularly and can increase support, including moving to live-in care, as needs progress.
Can dementia care be funded through Direct Payments?
Yes. We support families funding care through Direct Payments and can help you understand how to set this up.
How do I know if it’s the right time to get help?
If you’re feeling stretched, or you’ve noticed safety concerns like missed medication or unlocked doors, it’s worth a conversation. There’s no obligation, and a free home visit can help you decide what level of support makes sense.
