Bristol, UK - Specialist Alzheimer’s Care in Bristol

A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s Disease can be very difficult as you worry about the future and try and understand how the disease could impact your life and those around you as it progresses and when it comes to decisions about the Alzheimers Care they may need.

We have 4 high-quality nursing care homes in different locations around Bristol. We provide outstanding care to our residents and our aim is to support each individual to live their life as independently as possible with as much support as they need both now and in the future. Each of our 4 nursing homes specialises in different types of care and our team will help you to find the best care for you or a loved one.

We are proud of the care we provide in our family and home from home nursing homes. Our teams have the experience and knowledge to support you or your loved one as they transition with us and our on-site nurses are always on hand 24 hours a day if and when nursing care is needed.

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What is Specialist Alzheimer’s Care?

Specialist Alzheimer’s care is provided by a nursing home that has both the facilities and staff experience to care for someone with Alzheimer’s Disease. They will know how to support someone both physically and mentally at the different stages and severities of the disease, ensuring they are as independent as they can be and that they feel safe and secure in their surroundings.

What is the treatment for Alzheimer’s?

Unfortunately, there is no cure for Alzheimer’s disease at present, however, there is lots of research and progress being made. There is medication available that can temporarily reduce and or ease the symptoms of the disease, as well as lots of support and alternative therapy for anyone living with the disease as well as support for their family and carers. Living with Alzheimer’s can be distressing for an individual and their family so support groups, advice and techniques to cope with the symptoms is really crucial for a calm and happy life.

What are the aims of the Bristol Care Homes Specialist Alzheimer’s Care Unit?

The aim of our specialist Alzheimer’s care at Bristol Care Homes is to alleviate the symptoms of the disease and to support an individual to live their life in the best possible way whilst feeling fulfilled.

Our specialist nurses in each of our homes 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and are always on hand to support and relieve the symptoms of the disease. Our team can provide enhanced care throughout the progression of Alzheimer’s disease in collaboration with your GP and specialist team. We provide expertise and experience to support the various Alzheimer’s care options.

If swallowing becomes difficult, our on-site chefs will modify meals and snacks and accommodate each person’s individual needs.

Bristol Care Homes team are here to support and help you and your family to decide if full-time care or if respite care would suit you and your loved one. Our experienced nursing team will spend time with you to help you decide which of our homes is best suited to your needs and we are committed to supporting you through the difficult decisions you need to make about care and the options available.

You can read our full and informative article about Alzheimer's here.