Personalised dementia homecare
GoodOaks' specialist dementia care is provided with respect, empathy and warmth, allowing clients to remain in the comfort of their own home in familiar surroundings.
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Personalised dementia care
A change of environment and routine can be disorientating for people living with Alzheimer’s disease or any other type of dementia; this is why we work with clients and their loved ones to produce unique care plans. These cover the support they require to feel confident and live their lives to the full. Our care enables people with dementia to live as normal a life as possible, maintaining a sense of independence and dignity. We help clients with memory assistance – this includes playing memory games that build their cognitive function.
What our dementia personal care professionals can help you with
Monitoring and support throughout the night
Assistance with taking and reordering medication
Spending time with you so you don’t feel alone
Support to get you ready for the day
Taking you to appointments, social events or to visit friends
Keeping your home clean and tidy
What’s different about dementia homecare vs. regular homecare?
While all homecare is centred around supporting people to live safely and comfortably in their own homes, dementia care requires a more specialised approach.
Dementia affects memory, communication, reasoning and behaviour, which means carers need specific training to understand the condition and respond with empathy, patience and consistency. Dementia care often involves creating a familiar, structured routine and using techniques that reduce confusion and anxiety, which is something that goes beyond traditional personal care or support with daily tasks.
Our dementia carers are trained to spot the subtle signs of distress, respond to changes in behaviour, and build trusted relationships over time. They also work closely with families to offer reassurance and continuity, making sure care is not only safe and practical but also kind and compassionate.
Andrew’s Case Study
When Andrew, a retired scientist, was diagnosed with dementia, his wife struggled to cope. A GoodOaks care manager assessed Andrew and his wife in their own home, and developed a dementia care package for them, which involved daily visits to prepare meals.
The GoodOaks care professionals formed a strong enabling relationship with Andrew and his wife, providing increasing support as their situation evolved. Companionship became a significant element of the care package, with audiobooks being provided for Andrew on topics that interested him. His wife benefitted from having the paper read to her. Both were taken out to shops and to attend appointments.
Over time the package of care increased further, with a live-in care professional providing the increasing support that they required. This meant that the couple, now well into their nineties, were able to retain their independence and remain together where they wanted to be – at home.
“The quality of care provided by GoodOaks has been exemplary. You have been caring and compassionate, always ready to go the extra mile and are now a much valued asset for both my parents and myself.”
– Andrew’s daughter
Our homecare expertise
With our help, clients are able to stay in familiar surroundings that they have spent their lives shaping. Our award-winning training and expertise enables care professionals and office teams to care for a range of conditions with skill, empathy and warmth.
Find my local branchPersonal care
Helping you stay independent and supporting your daily routines, including washing, dressing and medication administration.
After hospital care
Helping to get you back on your feet after a planned or unplanned stay in hospital.
After stroke care
Personalised stroke aftercare and support delivered in the comfort of your own home.
Respite care
Short-term support, with the same attention to detail and personalisation you’d expect from permanent care professionals.
Dementia homecare
Specialist dementia care provided with respect, empathy and warmth, in familiar surroundings.
Companionship
Sharing experiences and enabling you to make the most of being in the community you love.
Specialist care
Experienced care professionals that can support people with more complex care requirements.
Emergency homecare
With quick starts, GoodOaks’ responsive emergency homecare service can help keep a loved-one at home.
Learning and physical disabilities
Helping you live independently at home with personalised care based on your unique wishes and needs.
Find out more about homecare
Dementia care is a type of care that is provided to individuals with dementia, a group of conditions that affect the brain and can cause memory loss, cognitive decline, and changes in behaviour and personality. Dementia care can be provided in a variety of settings, including in the individual’s home. The goal of dementia care is to provide individuals with the support and assistance they need to manage their symptoms and maintain their quality of life.
If you’re in need of respite care for a dementia patient, our team has been specially trained in dementia care and can offer the respite you need. Simply contact us today, we’ll carry out an initial care assessment, create a care plan and book your care professional for the times and dates you need them.
Dementia care planning is a technique that is used to assess and monitor the care required for individuals with dementia. The goal of dementia care planning is to improve the quality of care and support that individuals with dementia receive, making a bespoke plan which considers the areas that should be addressed throughout their time in care.
Our dementia care professionals
At GoodOaks Homecare, we ensure our care professionals are well-prepared to support individuals with dementia through a comprehensive training programme. This structured approach ensures that GoodOaks’ care professionals are equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide compassionate and effective support to individuals living with dementia.
Find my local branchInduction training
New care professionals undergo an initial training session covering essential topics such as safeguarding, infection control, and understanding various health conditions, including dementia.
Online learning modules
Before practical training, staff complete online courses, including ‘Introduction to Dementia’, which provides foundational knowledge on the condition and guidance on effective care strategies.
Practical classroom training
This hands-on training emphasises person-centred care and includes modules on medication administration and safe moving techniques.
Care certificate
Care professionals work towards the Care Certificate within their first 12 weeks, ensuring they meet nationally recognised standards in health and social care.
Collaborative projects
Partnering with institutions like Bournemouth University, GoodOaks engages in initiatives such as Project https://www.goodoakshomecare.co.uk/goodoaks-partner-with-bournemouth-university-on-dementia-study/, aiming to improve nutritional care for people with dementia at home.