Dementia Care

Dementia Care at Sandmere Care Home is tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual resident. Our specialised Dementia Care team completes extensive training, equipping them with the expertise to offer care in a safe, nurturing, and welcoming setting.

For residents navigating the challenges of Dementia, our team employs a thoughtful blend of expert medical care, daily planned activities, social and mental stimulation, and consistent engagement and support. This holistic approach is designed to ease frustrations and tensions, creating a fulfilling and enriching experience for residents with Dementia at Sandmere Care Home.

What is Dementia Care?

Dementia Care at Sandmere Care Home is designed to support individuals living with dementia, a neurological condition that affects various mental abilities. This condition often presents challenges in thinking, speech, and memory, especially among older individuals. However, with the right support and care, individuals with dementia can lead fulfilling lives with the assistance of a skilled care team.

At Sandmere Care Home, we understand and respect the unique journey of each resident living with dementia. Some may require minimal assistance, while others may need more comprehensive care. Our approach to care revolves around the individual needs and desires of each resident. We aim to help them maintain their independence and a sense of self for as long as possible.

Recognising the individuality of each person, our care is tailored to meet specific needs, promoting overall well-being and enhancing the quality of life for residents with dementia.

Dementia Care at Sandmere Care Home

At Sandmere Care Home, we are committed to providing a secure and compassionate environment for individuals living with dementia. Our teams undergo continuous specialised training in the latest dementia practices and research techniques, ensuring that we deliver the very best care and support for effective results.

All our staff members are trained in The SSSC Promoting Excellence framework, with many holding advanced-level qualifications. The SSSC Promoting Excellence framework outlines the knowledge and skills that staff should strive to achieve in supporting individuals with a diagnosis of dementia, as well as their families and carers. This framework is grounded in values and principles that reflect the priorities of people with dementia and their families and carers.

Working closely with family and loved ones, our staff takes the time to build personal connections with our residents, creating a detailed understanding of their lives to enhance their ongoing happiness, comfort, and overall well-being at our care home.

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Dementia Care FAQs

Before moving to Sandmere Care Home, we organise a meeting with our Home Manager, the potential resident, and their loved ones to ensure we can address their unique needs. During this process, we collaborate to comprehend their routines, interests, and preferences, which are then incorporated into their customised care plans. Our approach to care is person-centered, with the aim of assisting residents in maintaining their independence and dignity, while reassuring them that we are always available to provide support whenever needed.

At Sandmere Care Home, we prioritise the continuous training and development of all our staff. Specifically, our dementia care team receives ongoing training to stay on top of the latest advancements in dementia care and support. We are dedicated to ensuring that our team possesses the experience and knowledge to deliver effective care to residents with dementia. This covers comprehensive support in areas such as personal care, engagement in activities, therapy, communication, mobility assistance, medication management, and beyond.

Life at Sandmere Care Home is enriched by a varied activities programme catering to all residents, featuring both group and personalised 1:1 sessions. Our regular arts and crafts sessions foster creativity, while activities such as music therapy, reminiscence sessions, and sensory experiences are thoughtfully designed to support the physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing of all residents, including those with dementia. We believe in creating an engaging and stimulating environment that enhances the overall quality of life for everyone in our care.

How We Care for Our Residents

We are proud of the range of care services we provide here at our local care home in Margate, Kent, including Nursing Care, Residential Care, Dementia Care and Respite Care.

We believe that every resident should be given the opportunity to receive high-quality care as well as continue hobbies, pursue interests, explore the local area, and meet new people. Our experienced team is dedicated to providing person-centred care around the clock, giving our residents the confidence to live their lives knowing we’re here to talk to and offer our help and advice whenever they need us.

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Personalised Care in a Welcoming Environment

Sandmere Care Home offers a haven for those seeking exceptional care and a warm, welcoming environment. We cater to individual needs through a range of services like Residential Care and Dementia Care, and personalised care plans to ensure resident well-being.

Residents at Sandmere enjoy an engaging lifestyle. We offer a diverse activities program, encourage community integration through outings, and empower residents to make choices about their daily lives. We believe in building meaningful connections and creating a vibrant community where everyone can thrive.