Residents that initially arrive at Ardtullly for residential care might later need additional support for dementia as their needs change. That’s why we plan for this early, so dementia care is introduced step by step and daily routines stay the same.
When early signs of dementia start affecting memory, orientation or decision-making, including conditions like Alzheimer’s, our team will gradually introduce early stage dementia support. This usually involves closer supervision during specific times of the day, adjustments to dementia activities or more structured routines, all of which are discussed and agreed upon with families in advance.
Our dementia care home in Essex has a dedicated and experienced team offering support to our residents through this transition at the appropriate time.
And our care planning incorporates early-stage dementia support, enabling our residents to remain in familiar surroundings while we carefully introduce dementia care.
Early Stage Dementia Support in Essex
At Ardtully, early dementia support is often introduced before specialist care is fully required. This may follow a recent diagnosis, such as Alzheimer’s, or become necessary support while a resident is already living with us. In either cases, changes will be made carefully so your loved one’s life is able to continue as normal.
As a boutique dementia care home in Essex, Ardtully provides early stage dementia support Essex families can depend on. This stage of care often allows a smoother transition to dementia care later, with support already in place and familiar to your loved one.
In the early stages, this can involve small adjustments, including:
- clearer visual characteristics around the home to make moving between areas easier.
- more time spent with familiar staff during parts of the day where reassurance matters most, including meals and personal care.
- activities chosen from interests and everyday skills residents already recognise.
How We Support a Smooth Transition
When your loved one’s dementia care needs increase, we never disrupt their routines dramatically. Support will always be introduced in stages so their life feels familiar and settled at all times. Our dementia care team carefully plan any changes to care and introduce them at a pace that feels manageable for the resident.
Families are involved throughout. We talk you through what will change, when it will happen and how it will affect your loved one’s lifestyle. This might mean more time in quieter areas of the home, adjustments to activities or ensuring familiar staff are on hand at moments where they are needed most.
By taking this approach, dementia care at Ardtully is delivered at a pace residents can settle into.
Emotional and Practical Support
It’s natural to have questions about when dementia care should change and what that will mean day to day. Our dementia care team at Ardtully take time to talk these things through with you and keeps conversations open as our loved one’s care develops.
You’ll be kept informed about any adjustments to routines or activities, and you’re always welcome to visit the home or speak with the team if something is on your mind. We want you to feel comfortable asking questions and confident about the care in place.
Personalised Care at Ardtully
For many families, the concern is how dementia care will be introduced when the time comes. At Ardtully, our care pathways are planned so changes can be made within the same home, avoiding disrupting your loved one with another move.
Extra staff time will be added during parts of the day that become more difficult and supervision increases wherever it is needed. And we always speak with families before any of these changes are put in place.
Some residents arrive at Ardtully with a dementia diagnosis already in place. In both situations, our approach allows dementia care to develop gradually, tweaking existing routines and relationships rather than starting all over again elsewhere.
If you would like to explore the next stage of care, our team is ready to schedule a visit or discuss your options at a time that works best for you..
Talk to Us About Transitioning to Dementia Care
There may come a point where the level of care needs to be reviewed and dementia support becomes necessary. If your relative is already living at Ardtully, we’ll take time to discuss what changes may be useful and when they should be introduced.
If you’re exploring Ardtully as a new home, visits in person are always welcome. Seeing the environment and meeting the team can make it easier to see how we add dementia as care needs change.
You’re more than welcome to contact us to arrange a visit or speak with a member of the team about the next stage of care.
Why families choose Ardtully Care Home:
- Specialist dementia care within a smaller, calm environment
- Dedicated reminiscence and sensory spaces that support recognition and comfort
- Ensuite bedrooms that residents can personalise with their own furniture and belongings
- Dementia-trained staff, including long-serving team members who know residents well
- Secure outdoor and indoor areas made specifically for residents living with dementia
