If you have a loved one that has recently been diagnosed with Dementia, and you are thinking about in home care then you may be considering which route to go down. Here at Companions Of London, we offer fully-personalised Dementia care from the comfort of patient’s homes. We understand it can be a difficult decision when deciding if in home dementia care is the right choice.
Dementia mainly affects those over 65, and is a generalised term for progressive symptoms of memory loss, confusion and language or problem-solving difficulties. Dementia is caused by changes in the brain or damage to the brain, and the most common cause of Dementia is Alzheimers disease.
It can be extremely challenging for families when a loved one receives a Dementia diagnosis, and in home care can be extremely helpful in supporting and caring for them. In this post, we discuss more about in-home Dementia care, and how it can benefit you.
Benefits of In Home Dementia Care
There are 2 main routes of care that people tend to go down when their loved one is diagnosed with Dementia; care homes, and in home care.
In-home care includes a range of services that a carer would provide when visiting the home, and allows the person with Dementia to remain in the comfort of their own home. According to research undertaken by the Alzheimer’s Society, 83% of people with dementia said that being able to live in their own home was very important. This is why in home care is a practical option for those who are able to stay at home, but need some extra help and support with day to day tasks.
It is reassuring to know that consistent and loving care will be provided throughout the course of your loved ones illness, no matter what happens. An in-home carer can really benefit the lives of those with dementia, and their families too.
The support that Dementia carers can provide include;
- Performing household tasks, such as cooking, cleaning and washing
- Assistance in getting in and out of the bath or shower and bed
- Preparing meals and prompting you to remember to eat at mealtimes
- Helping you to take medication consistently and correctly
- Feeding and taking care of pets
- Tending to the garden
- Helping you to wash, dress, brush your hair or put makeup on
- Easing the transition back to home life after hospital stays
- Monitoring your moods and helping you avoid depressive spells or apathetic feelings by encouraging a positive outlook.
Dementia Care at Companions Of London
We make sure that all of our patients enjoy a happy and fulfilling home life with supportive, specialist in home care. We take the complexity out of finding carers by yourself, by matching you with a suitable Dementia carer in your area so that you can continue to live comfortably out of your own home for as long as possible.
Our independent network of highly-qualified specialist carers help to make staying at home an option, by providing consistent daily support that keeps to a tailored care plan. Daily routines are established that help you to eat better, sleep better and enjoy familiar activities that stimulate memory and coordination. Care can be provided on a short or long-term basis, and there is also the option for pre-planned or emergency respite care, should this be required.
As the symptoms of your condition progress, you may need more frequent visits from your dementia carer. Our specialist carers can offer multiple daily visits and will always be available when you need them most.
Book a Dementia Care Consultation with Companions Of London
If you feel in home Dementia care can benefit your loved one, book a Dementia care consultation with Companions Of London today. Once you have filled out the required details, a member of our team will be in touch with you shortly to discuss your needs and requirements.
If you’d prefer to contact us directly, you can give us a call on 020 7483 0212 or email us at info@companionsoflondon.co.uk. Our caring and warm team will be happy to talk through any questions or concerns that you may have, and tell you more about the in home Dementia care services that we offer here at Companions Of London.