How Live-in Care helps those living with Alzheimer’s Disease and other types of Dementia

Live-in care is a type of home care service. A home care service simply means that you are supported by a care assistant in your own home. The difference with live-in care is that your care assistant will live in your home with you rather than only visiting at times when specific care or support is needed. This can be a great option for people who want to remain independent and in familiar surroundings, but who need help with day-to-day activities.

Live-in care has a number of benefits which we will be exploring through our latest blog series – Exploring Live-in Care with Bluebird Care. In this blog article we look at how live-in care helps those living with Alzheimer’s Disease and other types of Dementia.

Live-in care can provide many benefits for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or other types of Dementia, including:

• Staying in a familiar environment: For people living with dementia, staying in a familiar environment can help to reduce anxiety and confusion. It can also help them to maintain their independence and sense of self.
• Personalised care: Live-in carers can provide personalised care that is tailored to the individual needs of the person living with dementia. This includes helping with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating, as well as providing companionship and support.
• Consistency: Live-in carers provide 24/7 care, which means that the person living with dementia has access to consistent support and companionship. This can help to reduce anxiety and stress and improve their overall quality of life.
• Peace of mind for family and friends: Live-in care can give family and friends peace of mind knowing that their loved one is safe and well-cared for. It can also free them up to spend time with their loved one without having to worry about providing care.

Other potential benefits of live-in care for people with Alzheimer’s Disease and other types of dementia include:

• Reduced risk of falls and injuries: Live-in carers can provide supervision and assistance to help the person living with dementia move around safely. This can help to reduce the risk of falls and other accidents.
• Improved nutrition and hydration: Live-in carers can help to ensure that the person living with dementia eats and drinks a healthy diet. This is important for their overall health and well-being.
• Reduced stress and anxiety: Live-in carers can provide companionship and support, which can help to reduce stress and anxiety in the person living with dementia. This can lead to improved mood and quality of life.
• Increased independence: Live-in carers can help the person living with dementia to maintain their independence as much as possible. This can help them to feel more confident and in control of their lives.

Overall, live-in care can provide many benefits for people living with Alzheimer’s Disease and other types of dementia. It can help them to stay in a familiar environment, receive personalized care, and maintain their independence. It can also give peace of mind to family and friends.

You can read more about our Dementia Care services here.

To find out more about how a live-in care service could benefit you or your loved one living with Alzheimer’s Disease and other types of dementia give our friendly Customer Care Team a call today.