Dementia care at home — familiar walls, familiar faces.
Memory loss is easier to live with when the routine, the photos on the wall and the cup that always sits on the left don't change. DebbiesCare matches families with caregivers trained in dementia, Alzheimer's, sundowning and safe walking — at home, where confusion is lowest.
Dementia-trained carers
Carers experienced in early-stage memory loss through to late-stage Alzheimer's, including de-escalation and safe walking.
Routine that calms
Same carer, same morning order, same meals. Continuity is the single biggest factor in keeping anxiety low.
Honest about nights
If nights are disturbed we pair two carers on rotation — we'd rather tell you upfront than burn out one carer.
When to start
Most families wait too long. The early signs — missed medication, repeated questions, a stove left on, a fall in the night — are usually the moment to start with a few hours a day, not the moment to move to a care home. Hourly support keeps independence intact; live-in is there when the day stops feeling safe alone.
What dementia carers actually do
- Medication reminders and prompts (not administration unless trained)
- Meals, hydration, personal care at the person's own pace
- Gentle activity — walks, music, photo albums, familiar tasks
- Safe walking, falls prevention, and night-time supervision
- Liaison with GP, district nurse and family
Common questions
What is dementia care at home?
Dementia care at home means a trained caregiver supports your loved one in familiar surroundings — managing memory loss, sundowning, safe walking, medication and the routine that keeps anxiety low. Most families start with hourly visits and move to live-in as needs grow.
How much does dementia care cost?
Dementia-experienced carers sit at the upper end of UK rates: £24–£30/hour for visits, £1,100–£1,600/week for live-in. DebbiesCare adds no agency commission — more of the money reaches the carer doing the work.
Is home better than a dementia care home?
For many people, yes. Familiar surroundings, photos, routine and one-to-one attention reduce confusion and agitation. Live-in care is often comparable or cheaper than a specialist dementia care home, especially for couples.
What about night-time wandering?
Live-in carers do undisturbed nights as standard. If your loved one is up more than twice a night or walking, we honestly recommend two carers on rotation rather than burning out one — and your CARE Coach will flag this before you commit.