Caused by an inadequate amount of blood flow to the brain, vascular dementia describes the loss of cognitive and physical skills felt by individuals.
As we get older, the chances of developing vascular dementia increase significantly. Despite this, vascular dementia is historically underdiagnosed. For both reasons combined, it is highly important to source and provide the appropriate level of care for those diagnosed.
Discover the various ways in which carers are able to support those diagnosed with vascular dementia through this optimised form of care.
What is Vascular Dementia Care?
Vascular dementia care is a form of dementia care that is optimised for those suffering from vascular dementia. With the causes of vascular dementia already well-documented, identifying when this type of condition-led care is required is not typically a major challenge following a diagnosis. This allows the swift enrolment of services to those who need them most.
People with vascular dementia may suffer from side effects that differ greatly from other types of dementia. This calls for a unique approach to everyday care and support, of which, vascular dementia care can deliver.
Whether it’s assisting with continence issues or helping improve mobility, vascular dementia care is able to competently meet the needs of those who are suffering.
Who is Vascular Dementia Care For?
As its name suggests, vascular dementia care is intended to be delivered to individuals who have been diagnosed with vascular dementia.
Primarily addressed through lifestyle changes and various forms of physiotherapy, vascular dementia care is fundamentally focused on providing individuals with ways in which their symptoms and side effects can be managed.
Elderly People
People over the age of 65 are at the highest risk due to the way blood flow can become affected through various medications. Vascular dementia carers are highly experienced in working with elderly people, allowing them to deliver an effective service that meets a multitude of needs.
Cardiovascular Conditions
Cardiovascular issues like strokes can cause a reduced amount of blood flow to the brain. This eventually causes brain damage through killing brain cells. By managing and monitoring blood pressure, or activities which cause it to fluctuate, carers can minimise the chance of strokes which, in turn, lowers the severity of vascular dementia.
Family Members
Although most services provided are intended for the diagnosed individual, there are many other forms of assistance that families and friends are entitled to. Coming to terms with a family member’s diagnosis of dementia can be troubling, to which counselling and therapy aim to provide helpful support.
Mobility Issues
Amidst the multiple emotional challenges caused by many types of dementia, vascular dementia can have a major impact on physical mobility. To help with this, carers are able to advise on various home modifications and provide further ways in which mobility can be supported.
Confusion and Fatigue
From difficulty with speech to general disorientation and confusion, vascular dementia has a drastic effect on the brain. By improving cognitive abilities, vascular dementia carers can help individuals relax and improve their thinking skills.
How My Care My Home Can Help
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Backed by a team of care professionals and dedicated team members, we are able to source and provide all sorts of elderly care services from domiciliary care to physical disability care. These services can allow for quality of life to be retained and improved while allowing individuals to relax and focus on themselves.
We also provide free information and advice on care, as well as guidance towards many essential processes like care needs and capacity assessments or arranging a Lasting Power of Attorney.
How It Works
To help keep things simple, we aim to provide our services in a three-step manner.
1. The Start
Everything starts when you get in touch with us. We understand how daunting caregiving can be, which is why our team work closely with you to ultimately adhere to all of your needs. This initial information is what forms the foundation of our service, allowing us to meet any specific objectives that you have identified.
2. Service Provision
Having gathered our early set of information, our team works tirelessly to identify which of our services may benefit you most and to implement them.
3. Regular Contact
With your services in place, a member of our team will keep in regular contact with you and your family to see if there’re any adjustments that are needed. Whether it’s enrolling another type of care or altering a part of your existing service, this can all be undertaken in a timely manner.