HEALTH
Home is where the heart is
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iving in a place that is safe, familiar and comfortable is important to everyone, including people with dementia. A diagnosis of dementia does not automatically mean that a person is incapable of living alone.
Many people can live independently at home and enjoy life in the same way as before their diagnosis with the right aids or support in place. Strategies are available to help support a person with dementia who lives alone and as the disease progresses, these strategies can be modified to meet the person’s abilities. There is a growing range of products and services to help those with dementia or other long term conditions. People with dementia may want to stay in their own home for as long as possible, even if there are some safety concerns.
At home, people follow lifelong routines, are surrounded by a familiar neighbourhood and may have a circle of support that they would have a hard time leaving. Evidence shows that staying socially active may help slow down the progression of dementia, allowing people with dementia to live independently for a longer period of time.
4Health Home Care Agency are committed to helping clients maintain their independence and choice, treating every client with respect, supporting their choices and maintaining their dignity, privacy and independence. For an informal discussion please call 833835.
Caring for someone with dementia can lead to feelings of guilt, sadness, confusion or anger. By accepting extra help with daily activities, such as housework, shopping, cooking meals or personal care support, it will help alleviate these fears and provide support for you and allow your loved one to live at home as safely as possible for as long as possible.
Because home is where the care is.
We provide a wide variety of tailored nursing and home care services to suit you and your loved ones. From simple domestic and social care to more complex 24/7 health support.
We are committed to helping clients maintain their independence and choice, treating every client with respect, supporting their choices and maintaining their dignity, privacy and independence. For an informal discussion to discuss a personalised care plan that suits you and meets your needs, please contact:
Unit 1, Harbour Reach, Rue De Carteret, St Helier, JE2 4HR
T: 01534 833835 M: 07700 809512 E: info@4health.je www.4health.je
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