ALZHEIMER’S & DEMENTIA CARE
Dementia care requires people who are natural, intuitive, emotionally intelligent, flexible, and aware of what matters most in life.
We don’t think dementia should stop your loved one from living the life they want, so we’ve designed our Dementia Care in the way we have.
First, we’ll work with you to create a routine that gives your loved one as much independence as possible. Maybe they have trouble getting started in the morning, so they want someone to whip them up a warm breakfast. Or maybe they’re too stressed to sleep, so they want someone in the next room to ensure they’re safe throughout the night.
Whatever it is, we’ll create a specialized care plan that suits your loved one’s lifestyle and needs.
Once the care plan is in place, it’s time for our Care Experts to take over. Experienced and empathetic, our Care Experts are highly trained caregivers who can visit your loved one in their own home, providing the vital support they need and helping them maintain the quality of life they’re used to.
We focus on managing your loved one’s symptoms while providing emotional support. We also ensure that they stay where they know best—their home.
Sadly, the more advanced someone’s dementia becomes, the more it shrinks their world, making life outside the home quite daunting for them. That’s why it’s so essential that your loved one keeps to their routines and stays in the surroundings they know and love. That way, they can continue enjoying the moments that mean the most to them.
Our staff members are carefully selected and skilled in supporting and providing services for people with all forms of dementia, including mobility, memory, hearing and speech problems, dizziness, tremors, pain, or fatigue. In addition to dementia care, our caregivers can help with personal care, medication administration, washing, dressing, shopping, walks, and other everyday activities.
A change of environment and routine can be disorientating for people living with dementia; this is why we work with clients and their loved ones to produce unique care plans. These cover the support they require to feel confident and live their lives to the full. Our care enables people with dementia to live as everyday life as possible, maintaining a sense of independence and dignity. We help clients with memory assistance, including playing memory games that build their cognitive function.
Dementia Care at Home
Compassionate home care that preserves dignity and independence
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Dementia is a group of symptoms associated with a decline in cognitive function, including memory loss, difficulty with language, disorientation, mood swings, and a decline in problem-solving and judgment abilities. It is a progressive condition that worsens over time and can affect a person's ability to live independently.
There are many different types of dementia, but the most common is Alzheimer's disease. Other types of dementia include vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia, frontotemporal dementia, and mixed dementia. Each type of dementia affects the brain differently and has its unique symptoms and progression. A timely diagnosis and appropriate support service is paramount to delay its progression.
The exact causes of dementia are not yet fully understood, but a combination of genetic, lifestyle, and environmental factors is believed to play a role. Age is the most significant risk factor for developing dementia. Still, other factors such as head injury, high blood pressure, and lifestyle factors like smoking and physical inactivity may also increase the risk.
There is currently no cure for dementia, but there are treatments available that can help manage symptoms and improve quality of life. These may include medications to manage specific symptoms, such as memory loss or depression, as well as therapies to help maintain cognitive function and activities of daily living. It is also essential for individuals with dementia and their caregivers to receive support and resources to help cope with the condition.
If you want to discuss how we can help you or a loved one, please email us today at info@ketarahh.org. We are also happy to visit you in the comfort of your home if you find it easier to speak to someone face to face.
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If you are concerned that you may have dementia, the best way to determine if you have the condition is to see a doctor or healthcare professional. They can perform a comprehensive evaluation and may order tests to help diagnose or rule out dementia. In the assessment, the doctor will likely ask questions about your symptoms and medical history, perform a physical examination, and assess your cognitive function. They may also order tests such as blood tests, brain scans, or neuropsychological tests to help diagnose or rule out dementia.
If you are experiencing symptoms of memory loss, disorientation, or a decline in cognitive function, seeking medical attention as soon as possible is vital. Early diagnosis and treatment can improve the quality of life and may slow the condition's progression. Keep in mind that many conditions can cause symptoms similar to dementia and that only a doctor can make a definitive diagnosis.
Find out more about how is dementia diagnosed.
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No, dementia is not the same as Alzheimer's. Dementia is a broad term used to describe a decline in cognitive function, while Alzheimer's disease is a specific type of dementia. It is essential to see a doctor or healthcare professional for a comprehensive evaluation to determine the type and cause of dementia.
To read about dementia symptoms please visit the NHS website, or for details about getting a diagnosis, reducing the risk, or how to access support for all types of dementia (not just Alzheimer's disease), visit the Alzheimers Society website.
Alzheimer’s Disease
One of the most common types of dementia is Alzheimer’s.
Alzheimer’s is a progressive disease, which means that the symptoms gradually worsen over time. There’s currently no cure, though the symptoms can be managed with personalized care and support.
Symptoms to look out for:
Wondering whether your loved one has Alzheimer’s? The symptoms can vary from person to person and are often relatively mild to start with. For most, the first signs of Alzheimer’s involve minor issues with their memory, such as forgetting the names of people they know or everyday objects.
As the condition progresses, further symptoms can develop, including:
Issues with speech and language
Problems with movement
Difficulty planning or making decisions
Personality changes
Loss of confidence
Depression and anxiety
Hallucinations
The more their symptoms worsen, the more challenging and stressful it is to care for them. But with the proper support, you can ensure their needs are met.
Healthy at home:
If someone in your family is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, there’s a good chance they’ll need extra support to handle their day-to-day. This doesn’t mean they need to move into a care home.
Rather than have people with Alzheimer’s move out of their homes to receive support, we believe it’s much better to have them remain at home – and bring the support to them.
That way, your loved one can stay where everything is familiar and where they’re most likely to have the most tremendous sense of well-being.
What does our Alzheimer’s Care look like?
We support people with Alzheimer’s in many ways, enabling them to live independently and involve personalized, one-to-one care in their homes.
With the help of compassionate Caregivers, we’ll support all aspects of your loved one’s life, from their physical and behavioral needs to their more emotional ones. We’ll create scrapbooks to help your loved one stimulate memories and give them everything they need to enable them to manage their symptoms.
All so we can improve their quality of life while giving you absolute peace of mind.
How it all starts
The first thing we’ll do is arrange a visit with your loved one so that we can get to know them. Then, we’ll create a unique care plan that matches their needs. Alzheimer’s affects everyone differently, so the care they receive must be designed to meet their individual challenges.
While getting to know your loved one, we’ll also get to know you. We’ll better understand how you like to communicate with your loved one, how often, and in what different ways you’d like our Alzheimer’s Care to help.
Not only will this give us greater insight into how we can support your loved one, but it will also help establish an open line of communication between us all and ensure that everyone is kept in the loop about the care your loved one is receiving and the progress they’re making.
Getting in touch
If you’re caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia and feel like you could use some support, give us a call and see how we can help.
A sample of our services
When it comes to Alzheimer’s & Dementia, we can help your loved one in different ways, such as:
Managing their symptoms by ensuring they take their medication
Helping them wash and get dressed so they’re ready for the day
Changing their catheter and making sure everything is clean
Helping them exercise so they can get fit and feel better
Looking after their diet so it’s more fresh foods and less junk
Lending a hand with everyday household chores (tidy house, tidy mind!)
Offering much-needed companionship at home and a dependable plus-one for outside social events
Sophia’s Case Study
A journey of Compassionate Care
Need:
Sophia, a retired teacher, was diagnosed with dementia, and her husband and daughter struggled to cope. A Ketara care manager assessed Sophia and her husband in their own home and developed a dementia care plan for them, which involved daily visits to prepare meals.
Delivery:
Ketara care professionals formed a strong enabling relationship with Sophia and her husband, providing increasing support as their situation evolved. Companionship became a significant element of their care plan, with audiobooks being provided for Sophia on topics that interested her. Her husband benefitted from having the paper read to him. Both were taken out to go shopping, walk, and attend appointments.
Outcome:
Over time, the care plan increased, with a live-in care professional providing the required support. This meant that the couple, well into their nineties, could retain their independence and remain together where they wanted to be—at home.
Testimonial:
“The quality of care provided by Ketara has been exemplary. You have been caring and compassionate, always ready to go the extra mile, and are now a much-valued asset for both my parents and me.”
– Sophia’s daughter
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