0800 994 9041 GO About Us Our Care Our Care Homes Latest News Lifestyle Join Our Team Make an Enquiry Dementia Care What is Dementia Care? Considering dementia care for yourself or a loved one can be emotional. However, it is important to remember that the whole process is designed to improve wellbeing. Good quality dementia care that treats people with respect to preserve dignity and encourages independence can enhance and uplift the lives of those living with dementia. People living with dementia can require increasing levels of care in later life and knowing when is the right time to look for help can be challenging. For some, the decision is more obvious, but regardless, dementia care is an option that can help relieve the strains and hardships for that person and those looking after them. Dementia care has some important benefits: 24-hour support from staff trained in dementia care The knowledge that your loved one is in a safe place Social interaction, stimulation and activities Managing the various types and stages of dementia and, where possible, slowing its progress, requires a carefully considered environment and care plan. Dementia affects people in different ways which is why it is important to treat each resident’s needs as unique. With this in mind, care plans are reviewed regularly to ensure that individual needs are met as closely as possible. If you are considering dementia care for someone you know, you may decide to make the first visit on your own and if you think a home is suitable, then visit with them. It is important that you both feel comfortable with how the place looks and feels, and also how it’s run. Many homes suggest a trial period which can be very helpful in the decision-making process. Our Dementia Care Service Stability, security and safety are essential – but without the feeling of restriction. At Westgate Healthcare, we have several homes offering dementia care services – Byron House, Hampden Hall, St Paul’s Care Centre, Riverdale Care Home and Westgate House Care Centre. Our dementia care areas are specifically designed with safety in mind, punctuated by clear visual prompts to help our residents with all types and stages of dementia. You’ll find circular pathways, sensory gardens, multisensory rooms and something of interest in every corner. We create a homely, comfortable setting to create feelings of familiarity with the smells of home-cooked food and friendly staff. Familiarity and minimising potential stress are priorities in the environment and in care. We have highly trained and qualified teams of long-serving dementia carers. They spend a great deal of time with our residents, both to benefit their care through maximum understanding, and to offer stimulating companionship. You can find out more about our approach to caring for dementia in our dementia guide. To see the supportive environment we’ve created in our homes, please book an appointment to visit your nearest dementia care home. We’ll give you a guided tour and you can meet our dementia team and ask all the questions you need to make an informed decision. Are you looking for dementia care for yourself or a loved one? Westgate Healthcare provides the highest quality care in a safe, secure, and friendly environment. Dementia versus forgetfulness: How to tell the difference We all forget things from time to time; that’s just a normal part of life, and why we keep &ls... READ MORE Living Well with Dementia: Pet Therapy It is scientifically proven that interaction with animals can bring manifold benefits for those... READ MORE The standard of care in this home is exemplary. The staff give 110% at all times. They are patient, caring, understanding, kind and sensitive to my father's needs. I cannot imagine how this could be improved. I would recommend Byron House to anyone. With all the bad press around regarding nursing care this home is a shining example of how wrong this is. They are first class. Relative of Byron House resident Find your future home Byron House Care Home Address: 141-143 Wendover Road, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP21 9LP T: 01296 737 530 More info Hampden Hall Care Centre Address: Tamarisk Way, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP22 5ZB T: 01296 616 600 More info Riverdale Care Home Address: Duggers Lane, Braintree, Essex, CM7 1BA T: 01376 349 643 More info St Pauls Care Centre Address: Long Mimms, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2 5XW T: 01442 229 170 More info Westgate House Care Centre Address: Tower Road, Ware, Hertfordshire, SG12 7LP T: 01920 426 100 More info Westgate Healthcare Unit 3 Devonshire Business Park Chester Road, Borehamwood WD6 1NA Tel: 020 8953 7600 Our Homes Ashview Nursing Home Byron House Care Home Chestnut Manor Care Home Hampden Hall Care Centre Kingfisher Nursing Home Riverdale Care Home St Pauls Care Centre Westgate House Care Centre Counties Care homes in Essex Care homes in Hertfordshire Care homes in Buckinghamshire Terms | Compliments and Complaints | Privacy Policy | Cookie Policy Accuracy of information While the information on this website is considered to be true and correct at the date of publication, changes in circumstances after the time of publication may impact on the accuracy of the information. 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