Dementia Care

We are proud to provide dementia care in Dorset, as well as Residential Care and Respite Care to older people seeking day-to-day support or group living. Our care services are offered in a safe, caring, and welcoming environment that people can be proud to call their own home.

Our dementia care team has all undergone thorough, specialist dementia support training, enabling them to have an understanding of all aspects and levels of memory loss. We go above and beyond to ensure that each person maintains their independence and dignity and is treated with the utmost care and respect while staying with us here at Oakdene Care Home.

Our Activity Coordinators continuously meet or exceed resident expectations, collaborating with people living with dementia and their loved ones to identify social activities and therapies that are appropriate for their particular requirements and to help them thrive the best they can. Daily planned activities improve the quality of both physical health and mental health, stimulate interaction as well as relieve any frustrations and tensions associated with dementia.

Introducing our dedicated Dementia – Acorn Community

Often the thought of moving into a care home can be daunting, but the dedicated dementia community at Oakdene Care Home has so much to offer. Offering a warm and friendly home-from-home environment, where you feel instantly welcome and know your matter as an individual. Accommodation is comfortable and spacious with all rooms en-suite. Warm inviting lounges, intimate dining rooms and a cosy library ensure you can quickly relax and settle into your routine at your new home.

Our Activity Coordinators work closely with residents living with dementia and their loved ones to identify social activities and therapies to help them thrive, while our team of Chefs prepare nutritious, homecooked foods ensuring their nutrition and hydration needs are met whilst fostering dignity, respect and choice.

Away from the stresses of running and maintaining a home, residents are able to embrace their new lifestyle relishing the companionship and social interaction. It also means that families are welcome to visit anytime to spend quality time with their loved ones, safe in the knowledge that their care and wellbeing needs are being met around the clock.

What is Dementia Care?

Dementia is a condition that affects several aspects of cognition, including speech and memory problems. With the correct care and support, older people living with dementia can continue to go about their daily lives while our team members offer support in maintaining their sense of self and independence. Our care home in Dorset recognises that no two people diagnosed with dementia are alike and that although some may only require modest support with daily tasks, others may require more complex care. Our dementia care is customised to each person, and our staff is available around-the-clock to provide assistance with both physical and mental health needs.

Our Innovative Approach to Dementia Care

At Oakdene Care Home, our destination memory boards aren’t just for decoration; they’re a bridge to cherished memories and a spark for meaningful connections. From our miniature train station to blooming garden scenes, these boards empower residents with dementia to maintain daily routines, remember loved ones, and reinforce our vibrant sense of community.

This innovative approach not only enriches daily life but also combats isolation and promotes a sense of belonging, creating a truly person-centered care experience where memories blossom.

We Provide Dementia Care in Dorset

Our teams have undergone extensive dementia care training, and we take pride in the fact that we can provide each resident with the highest standard of care and one to one support possible. We continually strive to provide support services to our residents that help each individual to attain their best potential and live a happy and comfortable life. Regularly planned activities and events form a big part of our dementia care as they help social and mental stimulation and engagement, which can provide more confidence and less fear in individuals. We also make use of community services and local organisations in Dorset that have been created to provide additional support and information to local people diagnosed with dementia.

Our staff is available at all times of the day to assist with medication management, meals, communication, mobility, and more. Our home was built with thoughtfully designed areas and an understanding of the need for comfort and familiarity, as well as practical features like en-suite bedrooms and clear signage, and little things such as memorabilia on walls as these can help us to support people with dementia in the best way we can.

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What You’ll Find at Oakdene Care Home

Our residents are at the core of everything we do at Oakdene Care Home, which is why we have created an environment with a range of facilities and features that ensure a comfortable and convenient lifestyle for our residents.

Personalised Care Plans

Profiling Beds

Call Systems

Access to a GP

Access to a Dentist

Access to an Optician

Access to a Chiropodist

Access to a Physiotherapist

Dementia Care FAQs

Ahead of a resident’s move to Oakdene Care Home, we facilitate consultations involving them and their loved ones to ensure we can address their specific needs. We collaborate closely with our residents and their relatives to understand their daily routines, hobbies, and preferences, all of which we then integrate into their care plans. Our care approach has each individual at its core, aiming to support residents with maintaining their independence and dignity while providing reassurance that we are here for them at all times of the day and night.

Our team dedicated to dementia care consistently undertakes training to ensure they acquire a comprehensive understanding of the different stages of dementia. They are adept at helping residents with activities, therapies, communication, and personal care. With their collective knowledge and awareness, we assure effective care for our residents with dementia.

Oakdene Care Home introduces a wellbeing programme designed for all, comprising both group and individual activities and therapies. For instance, we consistently arrange arts and crafts sessions, music therapy, reminiscence activities, and more. These activities and therapies are purposefully crafted to promote the physical, cognitive, and social wellbeing of our residents, including individuals living with dementia.

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High-Quality Care Tailored to Your Needs

Our care home in the local community of Wimborne Minster, Dorset is proud to support older people with a variety of care services. When it comes to unrivalled levels of individualised care, our incredible team of care professionals will be difficult to beat. We take pride in supporting our residents to live their lives how they wish, ensuring the highest levels of dignity and privacy are always adhered to.

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