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Dementia Care

Our residential care home provides dementia care in Leicestershire in an environment that has been designed to be safe, caring, and welcoming. At The Ashton Care Home, all members of our dementia care team have received extensive, specialised training in dealing with all elements of memory impairment. We also take a holistic and person centred approach to care, ensuring that each and every resident is provided with the highest level of care and respect.

Our management team and activity coordinators go above and beyond, collaborating with dementia care residents and their loved ones to identify activities and therapies that are appropriate for their specific needs and to create a dementia care plan for each individual. Through daily planned activities, social and mental stimulation and interaction are improved and any frustrations and tensions associated with dementia are relieved.

What is Dementia Care?

Dementia is an umbrella term for illnesses that affect a variety of mental functions, including speech and memory. Supporting people living with dementia can ensure that they continue to live their lives to the fullest. With the right care and support from specialist dementia care homes and nursing homes, staff can help those living with dementia keep their sense of self and independence for as long as possible.

The Ashton Care Home understands that no two people living with dementia are the same and that although some may only require minor assistance in managing their daily life, others may require far more. Our dementia support service is tailored to each individual, and our care home and staff provide care in the ideal environment for people to live a happy and safe life.

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Providing Dementia Care in Leicestershire

Our staff have undertaken extensive dementia care training and we take pride in offering the greatest level of care and respect to each resident. We work hard to support people and provide a dementia care service that allows each person to reach their full potential and live a happy and comfortable life. Social and mental stimulation and interaction are improved, and any frustrations and tensions associated with dementia are addressed, thanks to regularly planned activities.

We are proud to provide dementia care in Leicestershire and our care home has been created with carefully designed spaces and knowledge of the need for comfort and familiarity, as well as practicalities such as en-suite wet rooms. We encourage residents to bring their belongings from their own homes to make their personal space their own.

We also provide much-needed support for the family members of our residents as the transition is as much a change for them as it is for their loved one.

Explore our Home

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What You’ll Find at The Ashton

At The Ashton Care Home, we have considerately designed an environment that ensures the overall wellbeing of our residents, supporting them with both medical and personal care as well as a lifestyle that meets their every need.

Specialist Equipment

Customised Care Plans

Nurse Call Systems

GP Visits

Dentist Visits

Optician Visits

Chiropodist Visits

Physiotherapist Visits

Dementia Care FAQs

Before residents join us at The Ashton Care Home, we facilitate consultations with our Home Manager, prospective residents, and their loved ones. This ensures a thorough understanding of individual needs, routines, interests, and preferences, all of which are integrated into personalised care plans. Our commitment to a person-centered approach aims to preserve residents’ independence and dignity while assuring them of our continuous support.

We prioritise the training and development of all of our staff, including our dementia care team. They receive ongoing training to stay updated on the latest in dementia care and support. Our teams are equipped with the expertise to deliver effective care, covering activities, therapies, communication strategies, mobility assistance, medication management, and personal care for residents with dementia.

The Ashton Care Home offers a diverse activities programme for all residents, including both group and one-on-one sessions. Regular arts & crafts sessions, music therapy, and reminiscence activities are just a few examples. These activities and therapies are carefully chosen to enhance the physical, cognitive, and social wellbeing of all residents, including those living with dementia.

Personalised Care from a Compassionate Team

Our staff goes above and beyond to provide excellent care here at our care home in Leicestershire. Our qualified team takes pride in delivering high-quality personal care that also respects the privacy and dignity of residents.

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