Trusted dementia care at home

What is dementia care?

Dementia care is a form of specialist support designed to help people with dementia live as safely, comfortably, and independently as possible. It refers to caring for all types of dementia – including Alzheimer’s, Lewy Body dementia, vascular dementia, frontotemporal dementia, and mixed dementia – at every stage of the condition.

From early signs like confusion and memory loss to more advanced symptoms such as wandering or difficulty eating, dementia care provides tailored support to meet a person’s changing needs.

Experienced dementia carers use techniques like reminiscence therapy, routine-building, nutritional support, and help with challenging behaviours such as sundowning to improve quality of life and wellbeing.

How does live-in dementia care work?

Live-in dementia care provides one-to-one support in the comfort of home. A carefully matched professional carer moves into the home to offer personalised, round-the-clock care that helps your loved one maintain their independence and daily routines – all while staying safe and supported.

It’s a popular option for people in the early to middle stages of dementia who may not yet need a care home, but still require dedicated, consistent support.

A personalised approach to dementia care

At Elder, live-in care is tailored to the individual. Most people are supported by one or two carers who work on a regular rotation (e.g. four weeks on, two weeks off). This consistency helps build trust and avoids the confusion that can come with multiple care staff.

Each carer is required to have previous experience supporting people with dementia, and undergoes full background checks. Wherever possible, we match carers based on shared interests and personality to encourage a warm, long-lasting relationship.