Dementia care brings peace of mind
Choose Dovida for personal, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias.
About dementia care
At Dovida, we offer specialized dementia care services which help clients live their best life possible, in the place they are most familiar with – their own home.
Dementia care is a specialized type of home care, designed to create the best environment possible for someone living with dementia.
All of our caregivers are personable, qualified, and trained in dementia care. Dovida’s dementia care services bring peace of mind.
Key benefits of dementia care at home
Our specialized Support Plans encourage healthy eating and exercise to promote and sustain brain health. We encourage people living with dementia to stay social and stay connected through themed activities that stimulate memory, benefit cognition, and provide joy. We also offer care management support, including home safety risk assessments, support with behavioral symptoms, communication skills, and planning ahead.
Staying safe at home
Assisting you with tasks around the house and making sure you get regular, nutritious meals.
Reminiscing
Encouraging you to engage in mind-stimulating and reminiscence activities.
Social interaction
Companionship and creating ways for you to interact with the wider community.
I am very happy with the care my mother receives from Dovida’s carers. My mother has dementia, and they are very kind and understanding.
How dementia care works
If you choose Dovida for your care service, you’ll receive a personally assigned, specially trained caregiver so that you see the same friendly face at your door every day.
Your caregiver will help with whatever you need to make living at home as comfortable and safe as possible.
What is dementia care at home?
Dementia care is a specialized type of home care, designed to create the best environment possible for someone living with dementia.
Our caregivers are personable, qualified, and trained in dementia care.
How much does it cost?
We’ll create a bespoke care plan for you, so the cost of your care will depend on the services you use.
The best way to find out is to contact our team.
How do I get started with home care for someone with dementia?
The best way to get started is to contact your local Dovida office to discuss your dementia care needs.
What type of care is involved?
Our service is designed to support you with whatever you need, and that looks different for everyone. Dementia care most commonly involves:
– helping you around the house
– reminders and help taking medication
– assisting you with personal care
– companionship and gentle encouragement to attend social activities
What’s the difference between dementia care and home care?
Home care can be provided to anybody who needs it and is personalized to individual needs, whereas dementia care is specifically tailored to support the needs of somebody living with dementia.
Our caregivers working with dementia are specifically trained or experienced in supporting people with dementia.
What are the signs that someone has dementia?
Everyone experiences dementia differently, but some of the common symptoms include:
- Forgetting recently learned information
- Difficulty performing familiar tasks like paying bills or cooking meals
- Losing track of time and place
- Losing or misplacing items
- Withdrawing from social activities
- Changes in mood, personality or communication