Dementia Care

Living with dementia can be a bewildering experience, requiring significant lifestyle changes for the whole family. Whether you may be in the early stages, or a loved one is more advanced, at Accolade Support and Care we are experienced in supporting all types of dementia and can provide the essential support you need during this time. We understand that when managing dementia, consistency of routine is everything,  as well as comfortable and familiar surroundings are a crucial element for the effective care of this condition.

We do it through detailed and tailored care plans and providing specialist training for our support workers in this complex field. When putting your plan together our approach is dedicated to not only enabling you to live your life how you want but where you want- at home, where you feel comfortable and most confident- and with the most appropriate members of our team to support you.

We create a specialised personal support plan with you, and this might include:

• Reminding or helping you to take your medicines to manage your symptoms
• Support with bathing and/or dressing to keep you looking your best
• Catheter care and continence management to maintain your dignity and comfort
• Help to establish a regular exercise routine to improve mood and mobility and to strengthen muscles
• Making sure you have plenty of fluids and a balanced diet with enough fresh fruit and vegetables and fibre to keep you healthy and avoid constipation
• Assisting with routine household chores and shopping so your home life is as you would like it to be
• Companionship, or helping you to be involved in social activities.

Our services provide the support and care you need to get you and your loved ones through the difficult days.