Manu Integrity Services

Dementia Care

Improving the quality of life for individuals living with dementia

Define dementia care

Dementia care is a term used to describe the specialised care and support provided to individuals living with dementia. Dementia is a progressive brain disorder that affects an individual’s ability to think, reason, communicate and perform daily activities. It is a degenerative disease that worsens with time, leading to a decline in memory, judgment, and communication skills.

Dementia care stages

Will appear normal and can cover up lapses.

Forgets certain things but can carry out daily tasks and activities of daily living.

Difficult to work out things, becomes anxious and family becomes aware of changes.

Deterioration in ability count, finds travelling confusing and difficult and can no longer manage  their own affairs.

Needs help with dressing.

May be incontinent or needing help with toileting, eating. may be disoriented or forget identity

May be incontinent or needing help with toileting, eating. may be disoriented or forget identity

Incontinence,, needs feeding,  motor stiffness, severe loss of speech and total disorientation.

The purpose of dementia care

Dementia care aims to improve the quality of life for individuals living with dementia, maintain their independence and dignity, and provide support to their families and loved ones. The care focuses on understanding the unique needs and preferences of each individual living with dementia and providing personalised care that is tailored to meet their individual requirements.

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