Alzheimer’s Care Services
Trusted and reliable homecare for people with Alzheimer’s and dementia.
- Swindon
- Our Services
- Dementia Care
- Alzheimer's Disease Care
Specialist homecare for people with Alzheimer’s disease from Right at Home Swindon
- Helping our Clients stay in their own home
- Specialist Alzheimer’s and dementia care services
- Highly rated care provided in Swindon
At Right at Home Swindon, many of our Clients are people living with Alzheimer’s disease, the most common type of dementia in the UK.
We support these Clients to continue to live independently at home. Our friendly and trusted team of local CareGivers in Swindon can ensure the home environment remains safe for those living with Alzheimer’s in Swindon. We can also recommend any adaptations that will make day-to-day life easier.
Working closing with Clients and their loved ones, we provide emotional support and respite. Our Carers also help Clients to access local services across Swindon. 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 unique live-in care plan for the later stages of Alzheimer’s .
Get in touch with a member of our team in Swindon about our range of Alzheimer’s homecare services.
Christine W | Client"I have been extremely satisfied. The support given was excellent, friendly, helpful and caring. We were pleased that we had the same carers each time, giving continuity. Any problems or changes were dealt with promptly. Thank you all for everything."
What is Alzheimer’s disease?
Alzheimer’s disease is a physical disease that affects the brain. The nerve cells are disrupted by ‘plaques’ and ‘tangles’ that build up inside the brain. For people with Alzheimer’s, 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, so symptoms develop over several years. The most common symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease include confusion, personality changes, problems with speech and difficulty making decisions.
Supporting Clients in Swindon to live well with Alzheimer’s disease
Although there is currently 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.
Whilst there is sadly no cure, Right at Home Swindon continues to help Clients to live well with Alzheimer’s and dementia through quality care and support.. All of our Swindon-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 suitable 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 care as the disease develops.
Contact our team in Swindon 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 . Dementia and Alzheimer’s can have a large impact on everyday life, making small tasks increasingly challenging. As Alzheimer’s disease progresses, sufferers may begin to forget appointments or lose important items, like their keys or wallet. It’s important to monitor any signals that the condition may be getting worse.
Alzheimer’s can cause difficulties not only for the person who has dementia but also those close to them. If you recognise that a family member has developed symptoms or is finding tasks are becoming a challenge, encourage them to consult their GP.
To learn more about how Right at Home Swindon can support your loved one, get in touch with us today.
Alzheimer’s support in the community in Swindon
At Right at Home Swindon, we work closely with the Alzheimer’s Society our official Dementia Friends Champions present free information and awareness sessions to businesses and individuals throughout the Swindon community/community in Swindon. As a result, we proudly help people to understand what it is like living with dementia.
If you are based in Swindon and would like to book a session with a Dementia Friends Champion, please contact us for more information.
FAQs about our Alzheimer’s homecare
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 certain time frame for how long it will take to progress between each stage of Alzheimer’s disease. The rate of progression depends on the person 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?
Our in-home Alzheimer's care cost will all depend on the individual needs of the Client. All of our services are tailored to your needs, so we can’t give 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 us to discuss pricing.
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