Dementia care in Manchester

Maintaining a steady routine is extremely important for someone with dementia; any sudden changes can cause a great deal of stress and upset. At Helping Hands, we do everything we can to support your loved one in their own home, so that they don’t have to go through the stress and upheaval of moving away from the place that is most familiar.

Benefits of home care include:

• Continuity of care – Residential homes and care agencies like to use agency staff, which could mean your loved one is seeing a different person every day. Having care from a private company such as ourselves guarantees you continuity, which is extremely beneficial for those suffering with dementia.
• Round-the-clock support – You might feel that your loved one is no longer safe to be alone for long periods of time. Normal household activities and appliances can become extremely dangerous. Live-in care in Manchester can provide you with continual care for constant supervision and higher level needs such as personal care and medication support.
• Companionship – A friend or companion can provide a great deal of support to someone suffering with dementia. Your loved one can build a great relationship with their regular carer who will also help them with memory games, cognitive tasks and discussing things that they do remember to keep their mind as active as possible.
• Maintains routine – Continuity and familiarity are so important, especially for those suffering with dementia. The team in Manchester will be able to support you and your loved one in sticking to their normal routine, with their own belongings in their own environment. A sudden change in circumstance can be quite difficult to understand and process.
• Personalisation – We know that you or your relative have your own ways of doing things, and having things ‘just so’ is a big part of being at home. Your carer will slot in to your routine to keep your lifestyle exactly how you like. This element of dementia care is so important in maintaining stability and wellbeing.

You may want to explore dementia care if your loved one requires more support than you or other family members can provide, while continuing to live at home. Some common signs that dementia home care could be beneficial include:

• Increasing care needs – When everyday activities such as taking medication, eating, or managing personal hygiene become challenging, professional support can help your loved one maintain independence and ensure these essential tasks are handled safely.
• Safety concerns – If unusual behaviours arise, or your loved one begins engaging in risky actions—such as wandering or neglecting safety measures—home care can offer continuous supervision and reduce the likelihood of accidents.
• Caregiver fatigue – If family members or current carers are feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or unable to cope with the demands of care, professional support can provide relief while ensuring consistent, high-quality care.
• Preference to stay at home – If remaining in a familiar and comfortable environment is important, home care makes it possible to receive the necessary support while staying in surroundings that feel safe and reassuring.

Our Manchester team will design a care plan that has been completely tailored to your loved one. We can provide anything from short weekly visits, to several visits per day and overnight care.

We also provide live-in care, where your loved one will receive round-the-clock support and assistance. Our carers always work to maintain a routine that your loved one is used to and comfortable with, so you get peace of mind knowing that your loved one is being well taken care of.

Your carer will be matched to your loved one to ensure they are a compatible match. We take in to consideration their likes, dislikes, interests and also the sort of care that is required to ensure your carer is the best possible option. Different to an agency, all of our carers work directly for us so we have a fantastic pool of carers to select from.

We understand that the symptoms of dementia vary greatly from person to person and can change quickly. This is why we take the time to get to know you or your loved one and create a care plan that has been completely tailored to your needs. This will then be amended whenever your needs change, to ensure that you are constantly receiving the best possible care.

Our dedicated team of carers in Manchester all receive award-winning training, and offer unrivalled standards of care. Being one of the UK’s leading care providers means that we place a special focus on dementia care. All Helping Hands carers complete our Helping Hands Dementia Champion programme, which provides extensive training in dementia care.

Every one of our carers is trained to understand dementia and what it’s like to live with and care for someone with the condition. Many of our carers opt to complete additional training modules to further boost their knowledge.

Our Manchester team have been carefully recruited and trained, so that they will provide you with the best standard of care possible, but if you have any questions your local team will be able to support you every step of the way.

Choosing dementia care with Helping Hands means selecting compassionate, professional support tailored to your loved one’s individual needs. With over 35 years of experience in expert home care, our carers receive comprehensive dementia training to ensure they understand and deliver the highest standard of care.

With Helping Hands, you benefit from:

• Specialist dementia support – Delivered by carers trained in proven techniques to manage symptoms with compassion and understanding.
• Personalised care plans – Designed around your loved one’s routines, needs, and preferences.
• The comfort of home – Remaining in a familiar environment that promotes independence and reassurance.
• Flexible support – From short hourly visits to full-time live-in care, tailored to what your family needs.

The cost of dementia care in Manchester will depend on the level and type of support needed. At Helping Hands, our ongoing live-in care starts from £1,595 per week for an individual and £1,595 per week for a couple. Visiting care begins at £31.00 per hour, with visits available in 30, 45, or 60-minute sessions, scheduled as frequently as required.

For personalised pricing and to discuss a care plan that meets your specific needs, please get in touch with our customer support team.

We’re here seven days a week to talk through your care needs and find the best option for you. To learn more about our Manchester dementia care services, please call 01616 387 532 or request a callback and we will call you.