Alzheimer’s Care Services in Portsmouth
Trusted and reliable homecare for people with Alzheimer’s and dementia.
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Specialist homecare for people with Alzheimer’s disease in Portsmouth
- Helping our Clients stay in the comfort of their own home
- Specialist Alzheimer’s and dementia care services in Portsmouth
- Highly rated care provided
At Right at Home Portsmouth, many of our Clients are people living with Alzheimer’s disease, which is the most common type of dementia in the UK.
We support Clients with Alzheimer's to continue to live independently at home. Our friendly and trusted team of local CareGivers in Portsmouth can ensure the home environment remains safe for those living with Alzheimer’s disease. We can also advise on any adjustments that will make life easier.
We work with Clients and their loved ones to provide emotional support and respite. Our Carers can help Clients access local services across Portsmouth. We also adapt each Client's care package to anticipate and meet changing needs. We can incorporate 24-hour Alzheimer’s care into a tailored live-in care plan for the later stages of Alzheimer’s.
Speak to a member of our team about our range of Alzheimer’s homecare services in Portsmouth.
What is Alzheimer’s disease?
Alzheimer’s disease is a physical condition that affects the brain. The nerve cells are disrupted by ‘plaques’ and ‘tangles’ that develop inside the brain. For people with Alzheimer’s, the communication between the nerve cells changes and messages don’t travel around as well as they should, and eventually the cells die.
Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive condition. This means symptoms develop over several years. The most common symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease include confusion, problems with speech, personality changes and difficulty making decisions.
R R | Husband of Client"The service that I have had has been excellent for me and my wife who has dementia. They come in the morning and evening to take care of her personal needs and make life easy for me to deal with the everyday tasks the next of the likely tasks. They listen to my concerns and give advice when needed."
Supporting Clients in Portsmouth 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. Read about the research being undertaken by our charity partner: Alzheimer’s Society.
Right at Home Portsmouth continues to help Clients to live well with Alzheimer’s and dementia through quality care and support. All of our CareGivers in Portsmouth 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 gets worse, people with Alzheimer’s disease will need some level of care during their day to day lives. The necessary level of care at home may start at just one hour a day, for reassurance, and progress into 24-hour a day care as the disease progresses.
Why is Alzheimer’s disease care important?
Alzheimer’s disease can impact a person’s mood, daily activities and hobbies. The condition can have a profound impact on everyday life, making small tasks very 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 look out for 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 doctor.
DID YOU KNOW? In Portsmouth at least 2186 people are living with Alzheimer's dementia.
To hear more about how Right at Home Portsmouth can help, contact us today.
Alzheimer’s support in the Portsmouth community
At Right at Home Portsmouth, we work closely with the Alzheimer’s Society and our official Dementia Friends Champions to deliver free information and awareness sessions to businesses and individuals throughout the Portsmouth community. As a result, we help people to understand what it is like living with dementia.
If you are based in Portsmouth and would like to book a session with a Dementia Friends Champion, please contact us for more information.
FAQs about our Alzheimer’s homecare in Portsmouth
What is the difference between dementia and Alzheimer's?
In short, Alzheimer’s is a singular type of dementia.
Dementia is not a specific disease itself, but rather a term used to describe a group of associated symptoms, including 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. People with Alzheimer’s will also experience various stages of the progressive disease.
At Right at Home Portsmouth, 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 definitive 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, we can anticipate 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 in Portsmouth?
Our in-home Alzheimer's care cost will all vary based on the individual needs of the Client. All of our Portsmouth-based homecare 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 our team in Portsmouth to discuss pricing.
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