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Dementia Care at Home
Our approach to dementia care focuses on managing the drastic changes in patients' physical and cognitive conditions that can happen. Because the expected challenges are already overwhelming enough for you, we make it our job to prepare for the unexpected, with round-the-clock, specialised care.
Understanding the Journey of Dementia
You don’t need to face dementia alone. Learn about the support you need at different stages of dementia and the challenges to expect, so you can support your loved one as much as possible.*
Early-stage Dementia
Mild
The early signs of dementia are very subtle, vague, and may not be immediately obvious. Your loved one will be fairly independent, but there may be issues with memory, organisation, language or behaviour.
Middle-stage Dementia
Moderate
Middle-stage dementia can last for many years. Your loved one will require a greater level of care because damage to nerve cells in the brain can make it difficult for the person to express thoughts and perform routine tasks without assistance.
Late-stage Dementia
Severe
At this stage, your loved one may lose the ability to respond to their environment, carry out a conversation and, eventually, to control their movement. As conditions deteriorate, your loved one will need extensive care.
* Dementia affects each person in a different way. This timeline acts as a rough guide of what to expect.
Phase 1
Early-stage Dementia (Mild)
Symptoms may not be easily noticeable, but family and close friends may spot some common difficulties, including:
- Becoming forgetful of things at social or work settings
- Losing or misplacing items around the house
- Experiencing increased trouble with planning or organising
At this stage, you can count on us for:
- Assistance with daily living
- Cognitive training
- Medical escort service
- Exercising
- Advance care planning
Who can help:
Provide assistance with complex tasks, and reminders for important tasks, such as taking medication.
Provide cognitive training, and educate your family on advance care planning and behaviour management.
Provide physical and speech therapy to reduce falls and injuries, and deal with language disorders while they are still mild.
Phase 2
Middle-stage Dementia (Moderate)
As symptoms become more pronounced, you should expect to cope with more challenging behaviours and symptoms, such as:
- Poor short-term memory
- Personality changes
- Incontinence
- Loss of words during conversation
- Wandering
At this stage, you can count on us for:
- Assistance with daily living
- Cognitive training
- Monitoring of vital signs
- Respite care
- Assistance with home modifications
Who can help:
Assist with activities of daily living, and provide respite care so you can take a break.
Provide cognitive training, advice about coping strategies, continence aids and how to prevent and manage infection.
Our physical, occupational and speech therapists can devise interventions to delay functional decline, and advise on equipment.
Phase 3
Late-stage Dementia (Severe)
When your loved one reaches the final stage of dementia, they will require constant supervision and professional care as symptoms worsen. They may:
- Experience increased loss of physical abilities
- Display significant personality changes
- Lose awareness of their surroundings
- Have difficulty communicating
- Become vulnerable to infections, especially pneumonia
At this stage, you can count on us for:
- 24-hour personal care
- Cognitive training
- Respite care
- Assistance with home modifications
- End-of-life planning
Who can help:
Provide medical attention for your loved one’s complex care needs, and offer guidance on end-of-life planning.
Offer pain relief, massages, and tailor the environment to your loved one's preferences, providing comfort and assurance.
FIND PROFESSIONAL in-home SUPPORT for dementia patients
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How We Ensure Highest Quality Of Care
｜ Vetted Qualifications
Our care professionals are highly trained, trustworthy and professional. We ensure they have been interviewed and screened.
｜ Disinfection Protocols
We deliver only hospital-quality disinfection procedures in your home.
｜ Transparent Communication
We regularly keep you informed on your loved one's status.
｜ Personalised Care Plan
Our nurses create a tailored care plan for you, so you know what needs to be done and how.
