Contact us today to learn more about our dementia careoptions and the many 24-hour care packages available for people with dementia.
Dementia is frightening and confusing for both people with the condition and their families and friends. Expert dementia care in the home can make the process of coping with dementia a little bit easier. People with dementia can remain in familiar surroundings while receiving the care and support they need.
At Integrity Home Care Services we’re dedicated to a bespoke, individualised person-centred approach to healthcare. We employ a wide range of qualified carers, nurses and healthcare professionals and experienced nurses and care staff who are available to work on a one on one basis where needed with the people we support.
Our professional nurses and care staff all receive regular training in mental health care. Many also specialise in caring for people with dementia.
The dementia care provided by our staff is based upon our key principles of trust, empathy, and expertise. We aim to help the people we care for live as fulfilling and independent a life as possible. We recognise that to achieve this we also need to support the friends and family of the patient. As such, we are always available to discuss any concerns you may have. Integrity Home Care Services Our complex care services in England are is licensed and regulated to provide dementia care across the UK. We are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in England.
Dementia describes a set of symptoms, not a specific disease or condition. These symptoms may include memory loss and problems thinking, problem-solving or with language. Symptoms often start small but gradually worsen. Ultimately, they harm day-to-day life.
The symptoms defined as dementia are caused when the brain is damaged. That might be by a disease like Alzheimer’s or by a stroke or series of strokes. Alzheimer’s is the most common cause of dementia but is not the only one.
The specific symptoms depend on the part of the brain being damaged. The disease that’s causing the damage also impacts the symptoms. That’s why it’s so important for dementia care to be tailored to each person. Symptoms fit into two main categories. Those are cognitive symptoms (ability to understand) and changes in behaviour.
Cognitive symptoms are the most widely recognised signs of dementia. They include the following:
In part, dementia can also affect the individual’s behaviour. Common changes in behaviour can include some or all of the following:
Integrity Home Care Services take a holistic view of dementia care. We believe that dementia care is more than just helping an individual cope with their symptoms. Professional dementia care is about ensuring that the individual can live as independent and fulfilling a life as possible.
All our nurses, healthcare assistants, and support workers are trained in mental health care. They empathise with each individual and will work to their care plan.
In our complex care services, where we manage care packages, the dementia care plan is routinely assessed and adapted as symptoms develop. Our staff can assist in a wide variety of different areas:
Following the initial diagnosis, we will create a bespoke care plan that is tailored to the needs of your loved one. Our highly trained staff are available 24/7 and the staff at your local Integrity Home Care Services branch will always be on hand to help you.
Dementia is difficult for both the person with dementia and their family and friends. The cognitive and behavioural symptoms can impact all aspects of day-to-day life. The individual might forget what they need to buy from the supermarket or become confused about what day it is. They may become frightened and angry as a result.
These changes in behaviour and the general impacts of dementia can be a cause of great emotional stress on one’s family and friends. Watching someone you love doing things like repeatedly asking the same question or immediately forgetting what they’ve just been told can be frustrating. Our staff take this into account and Integritys to support loved ones as well as sufferers. In their approach to proving care and support.
A good way to support someone with dementia is by developing a daily routine with them. Aim to complete tasks together and provide any help they the person needs. That way, they have some comforting order. They also won’t feel frustrated at the limitations that they face as the symptoms become more severe.
Integrity Supported living provide home care services to homes in London with our friendly expert team. For more information about our services please get in touch with us today. You can get in touch by using our contact form, or by calling us on +44 01442 508157
