Understanding dementia care in rural areas of the Tyne Valley
Home Instead Tyne Valley provides expert dementia care in rural areas, delivering personalised support at home. Learn more about our approach to compassionate dementia care.
What is dementia, and how does it affect daily life?
According to NHS England, dementia is a syndrome caused by a decline in brain function, affecting how a person thinks, feels, and behaves. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form, followed by vascular dementia. These conditions make everyday tasks more difficult, and the impact on families can be significant.
In rural areas like Tyne Valley, accessing high-quality support is so important. At Home Instead Tyne Valley, we deliver personalised dementia care directly to clients in their own homes, ensuring they receive the support they need to live safely and comfortably.
Living with dementia in rural areas
Living with dementia in rural areas can present unique challenges and opportunities. Here are a few key points:
- Access to services: In rural areas, individuals living with dementia may face difficulties accessing specialist services.
- Community support versus social isolation: Small, close-knit rural communities can offer strong informal support networks. However rural environments can have fewer social opportunities, which can lead to increased isolation for individuals with dementia. Loneliness may exacerbate symptoms, making community support and groups even more vital.
- Care at home: Home care services for dementia, such as those provided by Home Instead, are essential in rural areas, as they allow people with dementia to receive personalised, consistent care without the need for travel.
- Environment: The peaceful and familiar nature of rural settings can be comforting for individuals with dementia, offering a stable, tranquil environment that reduces confusion and stress. There can be a danger of wandering in less monitored, isolated areas, in this case families and caregivers can use the Herbert Protocol, which encourages them to keep essential information on hand to help the police quickly if a person goes missing.
How does Home Instead Tyne Valley provide care in rural areas?
Caring for clients in rural locations presents challenges and our Care Professionals are well-prepared to meet these demands. Our team visits clients in their homes across the area, offering personalised care and companionship to meet each individual’s needs.
This review from a client’s daughter, illustrates the impact we can make:
“Home Instead has provided excellent care for my father, who has dementia. The carers are friendly, helpful, and reliable, supported by a great office team. The app is an extremely useful tool and provides extra reassurance. My father is treated with kindness and dignity.”
“I am confident that the carers will raise any concerns with the office, who then contact me straight away.”
Our approach to dementia care focuses on more than just managing symptoms. We treat every client with kindness, respect, and dignity, ensuring care is tailored to their preferences and needs.
We also use technology to stay connected with families and keep in touch, this level of communication builds trust and ensures peace of mind, particularly for families living far away.
How are our Care Professionals trained in dementia care?
All Care Professionals at Home Instead Tyne Valley are offered specialised training to care for clients with dementia. Our City & Guilds accredited programme focuses on person-centred care, ensuring our team can handle the complexities of dementia with confidence and compassion.
Training covers understanding dementia progression, promoting independence, and managing behavioural changes. This ensures that we address both the physical and emotional needs of our clients, providing holistic support.
Get in touch for dementia care support in Tyne Valley
If you or a loved one needs dementia care at home, in and around Hexham Home Instead Tyne Valley is here to help. Our trained Care Professionals provide compassionate, high-quality care, ensuring clients can live comfortably in their own homes.
Get in touch with our award winning team today to learn more about how we can support your family. Learn more about our home care services by calling us on 01434693700 or for job opportunities apply online at our website.