UK Health Radio Podcast
UK Health Radio Podcast
91: The 'D' Word with Pete Hill - Episode 91
91: The 'D' Word with Pete Hill - Episode 91
91: The 'D' Word with Pete Hill - Episode 91
Friday 25th October 2024
Discover how live-in care can transform dementia support, offering safety and comfort at home with Dr. Jane Pritchard from The Good Care Group.
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Episode Overview
- Live-in care offers a safer environment for people with dementia.
- Significantly reduces hospital admissions and promotes well-being.
- Allows patients to maintain familiar surroundings and daily activities.
- Provides emotional relief for family members by taking over demanding tasks.
- Rigorous recruitment ensures carers possess empathy and necessary skills.
It's about helping people to live well with dementia, but remembering that it is possible.
In this episode of the UK Health Radio Podcast, Pete Hill hosts Dr. Jane Pritchard, an Admiral Nurse from The Good Care Group, to discuss innovative approaches to dementia care. Forget the old notion that residential care is the only option when someone starts struggling at home. Dr.
Pritchard introduces listeners to the concept of live-in care, a service provided by The Good Care Group, which allows people with dementia to remain in their own homes while receiving round-the-clock support from professional carers. This alternative not only offers a safer environment but also significantly reduces hospital admissions and promotes a better quality of life for both patients and their families.
You'll hear about the unique benefits of staying at home, like maintaining familiar surroundings and continuing with daily activities that foster independence and well-being. Dr. Pritchard also sheds light on the rigorous recruitment process for carers, ensuring they possess the empathy and skills needed to provide dignified care. The conversation touches on the emotional relief family members experience when professional carers take over demanding tasks, allowing them to return to their roles as loved ones rather than caretakers.
If you or someone you know is navigating the challenges of dementia, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice on a compassionate and effective care model. Tune in to understand why live-in care might be the ideal solution for many families dealing with dementia.