Specialist Dementia Care at Home in London – Compassionate, Person-Centred Support
Expert dementia care enabling your loved one to remain at home with dignity, comfort, and maintained quality of life
Understanding Dementia Care at Home
Dementia is a progressive condition affecting memory, thinking, behaviour, and the ability to perform everyday activities. It includes Alzheimer's disease, vascular dementia, dementia with Lewy bodies, frontotemporal dementia, and mixed dementia. Living with dementia is challenging, not just for the person affected but for their entire family.
At Prestige Care, our specialist dementia care service enables people living with dementia to remain at home in familiar surroundings, maintaining dignity, independence, and quality of life for as long as possible. Our dementia-trained care team understands the complexities of dementia care – from communication challenges and behavioural changes to maintaining routines and ensuring safety.
We take a person-centred approach, focusing on the individual rather than the condition. We get to know the person behind the dementia – their life story, personality, preferences, and what brings them comfort and joy. This knowledge informs every aspect of care, from daily routines to managing distressing behaviours.
Our dementia care is completely flexible, adapting as the condition progresses. Whether you need a few hours of companionship and supervision in early-stage dementia, or intensive 24-hour care in advanced stages, we provide seamless support that evolves with changing needs.
"People with dementia are still people. Behind the memory loss and confusion is a person with a lifetime of experiences, feelings, and needs. Our dementia care honours the whole person."
Dementia in the UK
- Over 900,000 people in the UK live with dementia
- Numbers expected to double by 2040
- Two-thirds of people with dementia live at home
- With right support, many can remain at home throughout their journey
- Person-centred care significantly improves quality of life
Expert Care for All Types of Dementia
Alzheimer's Disease
The most common type of dementia, accounting for 60-80% of cases. Characterised by gradual memory loss, confusion, language difficulties, and personality changes.
Common symptoms we support:
- • Memory loss and forgetfulness
- • Difficulty with familiar tasks
- • Confusion about time and place
- • Language and communication problems
- • Mood and personality changes
Vascular Dementia
Second most common type, caused by reduced blood flow to the brain, often after strokes. Can have step-wise decline with sudden changes.
Common symptoms we support:
- • Problems with speed of thinking
- • Difficulty concentrating
- • Confusion and disorientation
- • Depression and emotional changes
- • Physical difficulties and mobility issues
Dementia with Lewy Bodies
Caused by abnormal protein deposits. Features include fluctuating cognition, visual hallucinations, movement problems, and sleep disturbances.
Common symptoms we support:
- • Fluctuating attention and alertness
- • Visual hallucinations
- • Movement difficulties (Parkinson's-like)
- • Sleep disorders
- • Falls and fainting
Frontotemporal Dementia
Rarer form affecting frontal and temporal lobes, often starting younger (45-65). Primarily affects behaviour, personality, and language.
Common symptoms we support:
- • Personality and behaviour changes
- • Loss of inhibitions
- • Compulsive behaviours
- • Language difficulties
- • Emotional blunting or inappropriate emotions
Comprehensive Specialist Dementia Care Services
Person-Centred Care
- • Life story work and background knowledge
- • Individual care planning
- • Respecting personality and preferences
- • Maintaining identity and dignity
- • Supporting remaining abilities
- • Family input in care
Communication Support
- • Specialist dementia communication techniques
- • Simple language and clear instructions
- • Non-verbal communication
- • Validating feelings and emotions
- • Never correcting or arguing
- • Patient and understanding approach
Behaviour Management
- • Managing agitation and restlessness
- • Supporting with wandering safely
- • Handling repetitive behaviours
- • Sundowning support
- • Resistance to care techniques
- • Calm, non-confrontational approach
Routines & Structure
- • Consistent daily routines
- • Same carers at same times
- • Predictable patterns reducing anxiety
- • Visual cues and reminders
- • Familiar environment maintenance
- • Structured day and night routines
Cognitive Stimulation
- • Memory support and prompts
- • Appropriate cognitive activities
- • Sensory stimulation
- • Music and reminiscence
- • Simple crafts and activities
- • Engaging without frustration
Safety Management
- • Dementia-specific risk assessments
- • Fall prevention
- • Wandering management
- • Home safety adaptations
- • Appropriate supervision levels
- • Emergency response protocols
Personal Care
- • Dignified personal care assistance
- • Understanding fear and confusion
- • Patient, unhurried approach
- • Breaking tasks into simple steps
- • All washing, dressing, toileting
- • Medication administration
Nutrition Support
- • Meal preparation and support
- • Adapted cutlery and equipment
- • Finger foods when needed
- • Social mealtimes
- • Monitoring hydration
- • Managing eating difficulties
Family Support
- • Education about dementia
- • Emotional support for families
- • Respite care for family carers
- • Guidance on managing behaviours
- • Healthcare team liaison
- • Connecting to support services
Flexible Dementia Care Pricing
Dementia care costs depend on the stage of dementia, care needs, and hours required. We provide transparent pricing with no hidden fees. Dementia care requires specialist-trained staff and typically costs more than general home care due to the complexity and skill required.
- Dementia specialist-trained care workers
- Person-centred care planning
- Behaviour management expertise
- Cognitive stimulation activities
- Communication using dementia techniques
- Safety supervision and risk management
- All personal care and support needs
- Medication management
- Nutrition and hydration support
- Family support and liaison
- Healthcare team coordination
- 24/7 emergency support line
Funding Dementia Care
Self-Funding
Many families fund dementia care privately with flexible payment options.
NHS Continuing Healthcare
Some people with advanced dementia qualify for full NHS funding. We can support applications.
Local Authority Funding
Your local council may fund care for those eligible following a needs assessment.
Attendance Allowance
Those with dementia may be eligible for Attendance Allowance to help with care costs.
What Families Say About Our Dementia Care
"Mum has Alzheimer's and was becoming unsafe at home alone. The dementia care from Prestige has been transformative. Her carer, Jane, is specially trained and understands Mum's behaviours. She uses reminiscence, maintains Mum's routines, and manages the repetitive questions with such patience. Mum has remained at home, happy and comfortable."
— Sarah T., Daughter (London)
"Dad has vascular dementia and was becoming aggressive and agitated. We were at crisis point. The dementia specialist care team managed his behaviours brilliantly - calm, patient, never confrontational. They worked out his triggers, used distraction, and maintained his dignity. The transformation has been remarkable."
— Michael R., Son (Hamilton)
"The dementia care for my mother includes activities tailored to her stage - music from her era, looking at old photos, simple baking. Her carers know her life story and use it in their care. Mum can't communicate much now, but you can see she's content and engaged. The dementia expertise makes all the difference."
— Linda M., Daughter (Cambuslang)
Dementia Care Questions Answered
Expert Dementia Care Enabling Life at Home
Dementia doesn't have to mean residential care. With specialist dementia care at home, many people can continue living in familiar surroundings with dignity, comfort, and maintained quality of life throughout their journey.
Our dementia-trained team understands the complexities, challenges, and emotions of dementia care. We provide not just tasks, but genuine understanding, patience, and person-centred support that honours the whole person.
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Take the first step towards receiving exceptional home care. Complete the form below or call us on 01355 204 222. One of our friendly care coordinators will be in touch within 24 hours to arrange your free, no-obligation home assessment.
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01355 204 222
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Emergency support: 24/7
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Prestige Care EK1st Floor, 3 Montgomery Street
The Village
London
G74 4JS