Alzheimer's Homecare in Medway

Specialist homecare for people with Alzheimer’s disease from Right at Home Medway

Helping you to stay in your own home
Specialist Alzheimer’s and dementia care services
Highly rated care provided in Medway

At Right at Home Medway, many of our Clients live with Alzheimer’s disease, which is the most common type of dementia in the UK.

We support Clients with Alzheimer’s to continue to live independently at home. Our friendly and sympathetic team of local CareGivers can ensure the home environment remains safe for those living with Alzheimer’s disease in Medway. We can also recommend any adaptations that will make day-to-day life easier.

Speak to a member of our team about our range of Alzheimer’s homecare services.

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/Working closing with Clients and their loved ones, we provide emotional support and respite. Our CareGivers also help Clients to access local services across Medway. We adapt every Client’s personal care package to anticipate and meet changing needs. We can also incorporate 24-hour Alzheimer’s care into a personalised live-in care plan for the later stages of Alzheimer’s.

Here's just one review of our Alzheimer's homecare services in Medway:

"I have noticed such a positive change in my mum's attitude, she’s much happier and definitely benefits from the experience and professionalism of Right at Home Medway's well-trained staff. My mum is a recent widow and is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. She finds it hard to receive help and acceptance of her condition. Gaining her trust and giving her respect is so important and the carers have done just that, they have really made such a difference and early progress in bringing my mum around to being more sociable. "

Trevor M | Son of Client

What is Alzheimer’s disease?

Alzheimer’s disease is a physical condition that affects the brain. The nerve cells are disrupted by ‘plaques’ and ‘tangles’ that develop inside the brain. For people with Alzheimer’s, the communication between nerve cells changes and messages don’t travel around as well as they should. Eventually certain brain cells start to die.

Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive condition, which means that symptoms develop over several years. The most common symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease include confusion, problems with speech, personality changes and difficulty making decisions.

Supporting Clients in Medway to live well with Alzheimer’s disease

Although there is sadly no cure for dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, there is ongoing research into medical and drug treatments. Learn more about the research being undertaken by one of our charity partner: Alzheimer’s Society.

Right at Home Medway continues to help Clients to live well with Alzheimer’s and dementia through quality care and support. All of our Medway-based CareGivers complete dementia-specific training as part of their induction programme. As a result, our specialist CareGivers are confident in developing suitable care plans to manage and help slow down the symptoms of Alzheimer’s.

Alzheimer’s usually starts with memory loss, as well as losing the ability to find the right words, solve problems or make decisions. As the disease progresses and memory loss, communication skills and orientation get worse, people with Alzheimer’s disease will need some level of care during their day-to-day lives. Over time, memory loss, communication skills and orientation will get worse. The necessary level of care at home may start at just one hour a day, for reassurance. Alzheimer’s care plans may eventually progress into 24-hour a day care as the disease progresses.

Contact our team in Medway to discuss your unique circumstances.

Why is Alzheimer’s disease care important?

Alzheimer’s disease can impact a person’s mood, daily activities and hobbies. The condition can have a profound impact on everyday life, making small tasks increasingly challenging. As Alzheimer’s disease progresses, sufferers may start to forget appointments or lose important items, like their keys or wallet. It’s important to keep an eye on any signals that the condition may be getting worse.

Alzheimer’s can cause difficulties not only for the person who has dementia but also for those close to them. If you recognise that a family member has developed symptoms or is finding tasks are becoming a challenge/more challenging, encourage them to consult their GP.

Did you know that across Kent and Medway, there is currently an estimated 27,000 people living with dementia? And that number is expected to rise to over 38,000 by 2030.

To learn more about how Right at Home Medway can help your loved one, get in touch with us today.

Alzheimer’s support in the community in Medway

At Right at Home Medway, we also work closely with the Alzheimer’s Society and our official Dementia Friends Champions present free information and awareness sessions to businesses and individuals throughout the Medway community. As a result, we proudly help people to understand what it is like living with dementia.

If you are based in Medway and would like to book a session with a Dementia Friends Champion, please contact us for more information.

FAQs about our Alzheimer’s homecare in Medway

What is the difference between dementia and Alzheimer's?

In short, Alzheimer’s is a specific type of dementia.

Dementia is not a singular disease itself, but rather a term used to describe a group of associated symptoms, such as memory loss and difficulty with concentration.

Whereas Alzheimer’s disease is a specific medical condition that disrupts the brain’s nerve endings and how they communicate with one another.

There are many stages of dementia with different symptoms associated with each. Those with Alzheimer’s will also experience various stages of the progressive disease.

At Right at Home, we offer a range of support services for people living with dementia and Alzheimer’s. Please get in touch with us to find out more information.

How long does each stage of Alzheimer's last?

Unfortunately, there is no exact time frame for how long it will take to progress between each stage of Alzheimer’s disease. The rate of progression depends on the individual and their own medical situation.

However, as the disease is fairly common, there is an average for how long each stage lasts:

Stage of Alzheimer's	Average Length of Time
Early Stage (Mild)	2 - 4 Years
Middle Stage (Moderate)	2 - 10 Years
Late Stage (Severe)	1 - 3 Years

If you are unsure what to expect for each stage of Alzheimer’s, talk to your GP or a healthcare professional for advice.

What is the cost of care for Alzheimer’s in Medway?

Our in-home Alzheimer's care cost will all depend on the unique needs of the Client. All of our Medway-based homecare services are tailored to your needs, so we can’t provide an average cost until we have discussed your care plan.

To discuss the long-term care options for your loved one living with Alzheimer’s, get in touch with our Medway-based team to discuss pricing.

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Families just like yours, trust and rely on Right at Home to provide high-quality homecare services for their loved ones. We offer a wide range of services to support Clients to remain living safely and independently in the comfort of their own home.