Dementia care is a specialist support system which is designed to support those living with dementia – it is provided by carers and nurses who are experienced and trained in caring for someone with dementia.
Dementia care refers to caring for all conditions defined as dementia – such as Alzheimer’s, Lewy Body Dementia, Vascular Dementia and Combined. It covers care for these conditions various stages.
Specialist dementia care is practical and beneficial to those living with dementia as it provides specific care and support assistance in the form of activities and therapies such as reminiscence therapy, dietary adjustments, physical activity, and support for challenging behaviour and sundowning.