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Supporting People Living with Dementia

With over 20 years’ experience in the care industry, Isaac Care understands the challenges of supporting people living with dementia to live independently.

Understanding Dementia

Around 64,000 people in Ireland and 850,000 in the UK are currently diagnosed with dementia, with projections suggesting 150,000 in Ireland by 2045. Dementia encompasses a variety of symptoms leading to a decline in memory and thinking skills, significantly impacting daily activities. Alzheimer’s disease accounts for 60-80% of cases, while vascular dementia, often resulting from a stroke, is the second most common type.

Support for People Living with Dementia

Alzheimer Society of Ireland

Myhomecare and Care 24/7 prioritize understanding each person’s life story and family to effectively meet their specific needs and enhance their quality of life.

Dementia UK

Call for free on 0800 888 6678 for support from our dementia specialist Admiral Nurses. The Helpline is open from 9am to 9pm Monday to Friday and 9am to 5pm on Saturday to Sunday.

Homecare Supports

Myhomecare and Care 24/7 prioritize understanding each person’s life story and family to effectively meet their specific needs and enhance their quality of life.

Memory Technology Resource Room

These rooms are for people who would like to know more about products and devices which can help manage memory difficulties. To find one near you click here.

How Isaac can Support for those caring for someone living with dementia

Isaac Circle of Care App

The Isaac app streamlines care by consolidating information from assistive devices and enhancing communication within care circles.

The Isaac Fall alarm

Our next-gen fall alarm lets users easily call for help at home or on the go, with 24/7 monitoring and family notifications via the Isaac app.

GPS Zones

Easily set up GPS Zones and receive notifications when the device enters/leaves these zones e.g. home, shop, supermarket.

The Isaac Health kit

Weight decline is a concern for people living with dementia, our remote monitoring service is proactive and keeps an eye on the persons’ health over time allowing for early interventions on the first sign of declining health.

The Isaac Ambient Sensors

These discreet sensors are placed throughout the home and detect patterns of activity, alerting if there is any concerning change in pattern including doors opening in the middle of the night or changes in daily patterns of behaviour.

Staying active with Dementia

Finding activities for people with dementia isn’t one-size-fits-all, but here are some tips for selecting enjoyable and beneficial options:

Consider the person’s interests and abilities: What did they enjoy before dementia, and what can they still do?

Assess the level of support needed for the activity.

Ensure the environment is safe and familiar.

Dementia doesn't mean you can't enjoy activities. Many options can enhance the wellbeing of someone with dementia.

Get in Touch

Our dedicated team are on hand to assist you in any way. Contact us on (042) 936 8391 or fill in your details in the contact form and one of our team will be in touch.

Connect with friends and family through the Isaac Circle of Care App