We understand that individuals living with dementia, including Alzheimer’s, require stability, consistency, and support from well-trained staff in environments that genuinely meet their needs. Our aim is to enable the people we support to engage in meaningful activities that reflect their interests, abilities, and life experiences. We also take pride in supporting families and loved ones, helping them navigate and adapt to the changes that dementia brings with compassion and expertise.
Dementia is a degenerative, life-limiting condition that affects brain function, often leading to memory loss, difficulties with language, challenges in thinking, mood changes, and problems carrying out everyday activities. The impact of dementia varies from person to person, as each individual’s brain function and overall health are unique.
As the condition progresses, those living with dementia typically require increasing levels of support from carers—whether family members or professional support workers to assist with daily living. Different types of dementia may present distinct symptoms, depending on the underlying cause and the areas of the brain that are affected.
Dementia can affect individuals of all genders, backgrounds, and ethnicities, though it is more common in older adults. While age is the greatest risk factor, dementia is not a normal part of ageing. People may develop dementia in later life, and in some cases, younger individuals may experience early-onset dementia, which can occur before the age of 65.
Dementia affects each person differently, depending on their overall health, genetics, lifestyle, and the type of dementia they have. It impacts not only those living with the condition but also their families, friends, and carers, who often provide essential support and assistance with daily life.
At Serveco Limited, we provide personalised, at-home dementia care tailored to help you or your loved ones manage daily life and plan for the future. Dementia encompasses a variety of conditions, each with distinct symptoms and care needs, from Alzheimer’s to Parkinson’s-related dementias. Living with dementia can create behavioural changes that may be challenging for family members and friends, both physically and emotionally. In such cases, support from trained dementia carers is highly recommended to relieve stress and provide consistent, professional care at home. We offer care for all major types of dementia, including:
Alzheimer’s is one of the most common forms of dementia in the UK. It is caused by abnormal protein deposits in the brain that disrupt nerve cell function, leading to cognitive decline. Symptoms may include memory loss, confusion about time or place, difficulty finding the right words, and challenges with judging distances or spatial awareness.
The second most common type of dementia, vascular dementia, results from reduced blood supply to the brain. It can be stroke-related or develop over time due to long-term poor blood flow. Common symptoms include behavioural changes such as anxiety, depression, and irritability, short-term confusion, and difficulties with planning, concentration, and memory.
Lewy body dementia is caused by the buildup of abnormal protein deposits, called Lewy bodies, in nerve cells, which interfere with brain function. Symptoms often include sleep disturbances, hallucinations, delusions, memory issues, and difficulties with planning, organisation, and attention. DLB is closely linked to Parkinson’s disease, as Lewy bodies are frequently present in the brains of those with Parkinson’s.
Frontotemporal dementia affects the frontal lobes of the brain, which control behaviour, emotions, and learning abilities. It is most common in people aged 45–65, though it can occur at other ages. FTD can be difficult to diagnose because its symptoms are often mistaken for depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, or even psychosis.
Mixed dementia occurs when an individual experiences more than one type of dementia simultaneously, combining symptoms from each condition. For example, a person may have both Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia, or Lewy body dementia and Parkinson’s disease dementia. It is important to note that some symptoms resembling dementia, such as memory loss or difficulty thinking, may have alternative causes, including depression, vitamin deficiencies, mild cognitive impairment, or other health conditions. If symptoms become frequent or worsen over time, consulting a GP is essential for accurate diagnosis and guidance.
Our professional carers can provide daily visits to support you or your loved one with personal care, helping to maintain the quality of life, independence, and dignity established before the onset of dementia. In addition to assisting with personal care, our carers can support medication management, accompany you on shopping trips, and help with other day-to-day tasks as needed.
Caring for someone with dementia can be physically and emotionally demanding. Our respite care services give family carers the opportunity to take a break, whether for a holiday or simply some time for themselves, while ensuring their loved one remains safe and supported. This approach avoids the stress and disorientation that may be caused by relocating to a care home temporarily.
For individuals requiring round-the-clock dementia care, live-in care offers a highly effective alternative to residential or nursing home placements, particularly when family members do not live nearby. Receiving care in the comfort of their own home allows your loved one to remain in familiar surroundings, preserving established routines and reducing stress and anxiety. Live-in care also enables continued connection with family, friends, and the local community, supporting both wellbeing and quality of life.
Serveco is a specialist provider of support staff for the supported living sector across the UK.
Since 2002, it's been focussed on offering the right support for vulnerable individuals.
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