Alzheimer’s and Dementia

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Understanding your life with dementia

Life is full of challenges, and we’re all on our individual journeys.

To Walfinch, receiving a dementia diagnosis isn’t the end – it’s the next chapter. You can still find supported and accessible ways to thrive, both inside and outside your home, whilst living with dementia.

How could receiving care help me?

Our Walfinch carers can help you or a loved one living with Alzheimer’s or dementia, in many  ways. This depends entirely on your situation, what you want from your care, and what best suits your needs. For example, our carers could help you with:

  • Domestic tasks, such as housework and shopping
  • Medication management
  • Personal care and hygiene, such as showering, dressing, and feeding
  • Activities to help enrich your lifestyle 
  • Medical support and help to prevent infections
  • Mobility and movement 
  • Emotional support for both the client and their family

Our care teams are ready to help…

Call us today: 01235 634893

Care that reflects you

Before starting care, we carry out a friendly care assessment beforehand, to better understand your situation. This involves one of our team visiting you and your family at home, allowing us to meet each other properly. From here, we can start developing a care plan that best reflects your needs. It also includes all the nuances of your preferred routines and lifestyle, to help keep our care as un-disruptive as possible.

Walfinch have been caring for my mother who has advanced dementia for over six years and I can honestly say that they always go above the norm to ensure my Mum is treated with respect and is well cared for… This support is gradually being increased as Dad’s physical needs have also increased. I would not hesitate to recommend Walfinch as a care company to support your loved ones at home.

MB (Daughter of Client), Walfinch Oxfordshire

Do you care for someone living with dementia?

Do you currently care for someone living with dementia? Whether or not you care for them in an official capacity, it’s important that you receive emotional support when needed. It’s easy to forget your own needs, when you’re constantly concerned about a friend, loved one, partner or family member who lives with dementia.

Our care doesn’t only benefit your loved one but helps you regain your own freedom – letting you get on with what matters, such as looking after yourself and spending time with your loved one without worrying about caring for them.

What challenges might someone living with dementia face?

Dementia, as an umbrella term, involves lots of nuanced conditions. Having a dedicated carer ready to provide support allows you or your loved one get the most out of life. For example, people with Alzheimer’s or dementia may struggle with:Even small increases in mobility, such as getting up from a chair easily, into the garden to cut flowers, or into the car, can unlock a richer, more rewarding life. Talk to us today to discuss how we can help you get more out of life.

  • Speaking and effectively communicating 
  • Managing their medications
  • Feeding themselves
  • Managing information such as dates and passwords
  • Drinking enough water and fluids
  • Performing basic hygiene tasks such as showering 
  • Communicating discomfort and pain
  • Dressing themselves 
  • Memory and recollection 
  • Managing erratic mood swings and confusion

Our carers can support you with all of the above, helping you navigate those challenging days. This gives you more time to focus on the things you love, with the people you love.

Get in touch and speak to our care team…

Find out how Walfinch home care can work for you, speak to a member of our friendly team.

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Your questions, answered by us

Expert answers to your frequently asked questions about Alzheimer’s and dementia care.

This care provides necessary support to someone living with dementia – meaning you can get the highest quality of life whilst living with these conditions. It varies from person to person, but this may involve regular, hourly visits – or something more long-term, such as live-in care. It’s your care, on your terms.

Dementia is a general term for a decline in mental ability which is severe enough to interfere with your daily life. Alzheimer’s is the most common type of dementia.

Absolutely. Dementia comes with emotional challenges which our carers can help you navigate – but many people, certainly early after diagnosis, lead normal and happy lives. Even as your dementia progresses, we can adapt our care plans to best reflect your needs and wants – helping you to thrive, for longer.

There are a range of symptoms that types of dementia, such as Alzheimer’s, may cause. This includes but is not limited to, confusion, mood swings, difficulty with memory and recollection, difficulty with basic motor skills and speech.

Our carers can help look after your pet so that your animal can continue living with you – but this ultimately depends on your individual situation. During our care assessment, we can determine whether there are any safety concerns around this, for either you or your pet. But we will do everything within our ability to keep your lifestyle as you like it, for as long as possible – cats, dogs, and hamsters included!

The best thing you can do for your loved one living with dementia, is put both of your needs first. This may involve reaching out to home care services to better support your loved one and provide you with a little more breathing space. Many people can experience joyful moments, whilst living with this challenging condition. Our carers can help you to maximise these joyful moments, helping both you and your loved one to get the most out of your lives and situations.