Dementia homecare
Dementia homecare services
Experiencing dementia or seeing a loved one diagnosed can feel overwhelming and upsetting. Our experienced team of visiting carers is here to support individuals with dementia and their families through respectful, compassionate homecare.
Learn more about our at home dementia care services and please don’t hesitate to get in touch with our team.
Our dementia homecare services
With over 30 years of experience in delivering high-quality homecare services in Northumberland, the Helping Hands team provides bespoke support, tailored to each individual. We have full training in offering dementia care at home.
The primary goal of dementia homecare is to help service users benefit from the familiarity of their own home.
We recognise that dementia affects everybody differently, and we will always adapt our care plans to ensure the most beneficial solutions. Your dementia care plan may include one or more of the following areas of support:
- Help with everyday personal care tasks, such as washing and dressing.
- Support around the home, including cooking and cleaning.
- Specialist support for those dealing with memory loss or behavioural challenges.
- Establishing structured routines and reminders.
- Managing healthcare risk factors, such as diabetes or high blood pressure.
- Medication management.
- Respite care for family members and loved ones.
Our dementia care at home always centres on creating a safe and comfortable environment. We also collaborate closely with family members and will always provide honest updates.
Depending on the individual’s requirements, a care plan for a dementia patient at home may also include other types of homecare, from physical homecare support to complex homecare services.
Please feel free to learn more about our full range of homecare services.
Why choose Helping Hands for dementia care at home?
Our dementia homecare is underpinned by our core values, and we ensure respect, dignity, and compassion at all times. We are a CQC-regulated homecare provider, bringing peace of mind that you or your loved one will receive the highest level of care.
We also pride ourselves on our flexible approach to dementia homecare, as we understand that no two experiences are exactly the same. Our homecare services can be adapted, combined, reduced, or extended at any time, and can be delivered as:
- Day homecare
- Overnight homecare
- Couples’ homecare
Arrange a dementia homecare assessment with Helping Hands
We aim to make finding the right dementia homecare for yourself or a loved one as straightforward and stress-free as possible. Follow our three-step onboarding process for bespoke homecare services.
Step one: Contact your nearest Helping Hands branch
We offer homecare services in Northumberland, covering locations including Ashington, Bellingham, Corbridge, and Morpeth.
You can call, email, or submit an online contact form to get in touch with your nearest Helping Hands branch. A member of our helpful team will get in touch with you as soon as possible.
Step two: Join us for a free, no-obligation initial assessment
We’ll start by arranging a free at-home assessment to learn more about you or your loved one. We’ll visit the service user in the comfort of their own home and discuss their dementia experience, care requirements, challenges, and homecare preferences.
We encourage family members to offer as much open and honest information as possible so we can develop the most suitable care plan.
Step three: Take a look at our proposed care plan
We’ll develop a bespoke dementia care plan based on the information gathered during the initial assessment. This will detail:
- The homecare services to be delivered
- Visiting times and frequencies
- Carer allocations
- Service user preferences
- Methods of service delivery
- And any other relevant information
Once the care plan has been approved, we can schedule our homecare visits.
FAQs
Can dementia homecare services be combined with other services?
Absolutely. We recognise that many types of care requirements are closely interlinked and so we can combine our range of support services. For example, a service user requiring dementia care at home may also need support with personal homecare and complex homecare. They may also wish to receive enabling homecare to promote as much independence as possible. We will always tailor our care plans to best suit the individual.
What happens if my care requirements change?
We believe in fully flexible care plans. We understand that dementia needs can change over time and we are always able to adapt to ensure you or your loved one receives the most effective support at all times. This may involve adding support services, reducing support, or extending help.
Which parts of Northumberland does Helping Hands cover?
We deliver home care services for those with dementia across East Northumberland and West Northumberland. Our locations include Bedlington, Cramlington, Blyth and Morpeth, as well as Corbridge, Hexham, Haltwhistle, Bellingham, and Bywell.
Take a look at our full list of locations to find your nearest Helping Hands branch for homecare services in Northumberland.
“My carer has truly become like family to me. Their support and constant presence have made my daily life easier and more enjoyable.”
Pauline
