Dementia Care Home in Sidmouth
Here at Vale View Heights, we have a team of qualified carers, with experience in looking after those suffering from dementia.
We believe that people living with dementia can still lead an enjoyable and varied life, filled with their favourite hobbies and experiences. Our residential care home offers a range of care services, such as specialist dementia care, nursing care and respite care, to offer support to you and your loved ones.
WHAT IS DEMENTIA?
Dementia is made up of a group of related symptoms associated with an ongoing decline in brain functioning. There are many different types of dementia, which can be caused by a number of factors.
If you’ve been searching for “dementia care homes near me” recently, Vale View Heights is the prefect option. With outstanding standards of care and support available, our team are on hand to answer all of your questions. Give us a call today on 01395 542646 to learn more about our care plans.
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS?
Dementia can have an impact on the following:
• Memory loss
• Thinking speed
• Mental sharpness
• Speaking
• Mood
• Movement
• Understanding
A person with dementia may need help from both family and friends with making important life decisions. As the symptoms usually worsen over time, in the final stages, it can lead to losing the ability to communicate and take care of yourself.
TIPS FOR COPING WITH DEMENTIA
Dementia can be distressing as it impacts both memory loss and thinking speed. Below are a few things that can help.
• Having a regular routine
• Keeping a log of useful numbers, including emergency contacts
• Using a pill organiser box to keep track
• Putting regular bills on direct debits
• Investing in technology, such as movement sensors and telecare systems to notify family and carers of falls and emergencies
• Smartphones and tablets with reminder functions
CARE HOME FACILITIES
Staff and residents can enjoy our range of on-site facilities, such as our fully equipped hair studio and activities programme. We encourage everyone to keep up with their hobbies and interests, whether it be gardening within our beautiful grounds, or arts and crafts. If you’re looking for the opportunity to have a day away from the nursing home with staff or friends and family, we can also provide access to our minibus.
