Alzheimer’s Disease Care
at Home across Surrey and London
An Alzheimer’s diagnosis affects the whole family. Our specialist carers provide compassionate, consistent support at home. We focus on maintaining familiar routines, reducing anxiety, and helping your loved one feel safe and understood in the environment they know best.
What is Alzheimer’s Care at Home?
Alzheimer’s care at home allows your loved one to receive professional, highly specialised support within the familiar surroundings of their own house. For people living with Alzheimer’s disease, preserving a consistent environment and daily routine is crucial for minimising confusion and distress.
At SD Care, our carers undergo specific training to understand the nuances of Alzheimer’s. They focus on building genuine relationships and learning the person’s unique life history. A familiar face, a predictable schedule, and a calm presence can make an enormous difference to their daily wellbeing and overall quality of life.
Our services adapt as the condition progresses, ranging from short daily visits to assist with morning routines, right through to comprehensive 24-hour live-in support.
- Personal care, including washing and dressing, handled with complete dignity
- Medication management to ensure prescriptions are taken safely and on time
- Preparing nutritious meals and encouraging healthy eating habits
- Meaningful companionship, engaging in reminiscence therapy and cognitive activities
- Safety monitoring to reduce the risk of wandering or household hazards
- Providing essential respite and regular updates for family members
When Should You Consider
Alzheimer’s Care at Home?
It can be difficult to know when it is the right time to seek professional support. If you recognise any of the following signs, it may be time to speak to us.
Wandering and confusion
Your loved one is leaving the house unsupervised, becoming disoriented in familiar places, or losing track of the time and day.
Medication errors
Prescriptions are being missed, taken at the wrong times, or double-dosed, creating a serious risk to their physical health.
Declining self-care
Meals are regularly skipped, personal hygiene has noticeably worsened, or the home environment has become unmanageable or unsafe.
Family carer burnout
You or other relatives are carrying the full responsibility of care and are feeling physically exhausted, anxious, or unable to cope.
Increased agitation
Your loved one frequently becomes distressed, irritable, or unusually anxious, especially during the late afternoon or evening.
Attachment to home
They have a deep emotional connection to their current home, and the prospect of moving to a residential facility is causing significant distress.
Night-time waking
They frequently wake during the night, become confused after dark, or require regular assistance that disrupts the entire family’s sleep.
Social withdrawal
Your loved one has stopped engaging in social activities, lost interest in past hobbies, or lacks meaningful companionship during the day.
Why Choose SD Care for
Alzheimer’s Support?
Selecting an Alzheimer’s care provider is one of the most important decisions a family will make. We have built our reputation on consistency, rigorous specialist training, and an unwavering commitment to the wellbeing of every individual we support.
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CQC Registered and Regulated
We are fully registered with the Care Quality Commission. Our services are independently inspected, ensuring we meet the highest national standards for safe and effective care.
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ISO 9001:2015 Certified
Our quality management is internationally recognised. This guarantees that our processes are robust and our care is consistently reliable across all our locations.
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Specialist Alzheimer’s Training
Every carer receives specific training on Alzheimer’s disease before starting work. They understand effective communication strategies and how to manage challenging behaviours calmly.
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Consistent Care Teams
We carefully match each client with a small, dedicated team of carers. For someone with Alzheimer’s, seeing familiar faces is absolutely essential for reducing anxiety and building trust.
What Families Say About SD Care
Read genuine feedback from families across Surrey and London who trust us with the care of their loved ones.
They are perfectly wonderful. Every single one of them comes with a smile and tries to help with everything they can. When the carers come through the door I feel happy. SD Care is the best thing that happened to us.
Whenever my carers arrive, they cheer me up straight away. They help me in many ways and anticipate my wishes very often. I always feel better after their visit. I am so pleased to have all of them.
Your carers come three times a day to look after my husband, who is 98 and is bed-bound. Every single one is kind and considerate, and smiling. They look after my husband so beautifully. I cannot wish for better people.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Alzheimer’s care at home cost?
Our prices start from £24 per hour. Our fees vary based on specific care needs and the location of the client. You can call us to arrange a free initial assessment or talk to our AI chatbot below for more information.
We provide a clear breakdown of costs before starting any service, ensuring complete transparency.
What is the minimum number of hours of care I can arrange?
We offer visits from as little as one hour per day. Many families start with short, daily visits to assist with mornings or meals, and gently increase the support as their loved one’s condition progresses.
How do you match a carer to someone with Alzheimer’s?
We take time to understand your loved one’s life history, career, hobbies, and personality. We then carefully select a carer who shares similar interests, ensuring a natural and trusting relationship can develop.
Can home care truly replace a residential care home?
Yes. Staying at home with the right professional support is entirely possible, even in the later stages of Alzheimer’s. Familiar surroundings help reduce anxiety and confusion, often significantly delaying the need for residential care.
What funding is available to help pay for Alzheimer’s care?
Funding options may include NHS Continuing Healthcare if needs are primarily health-related. The local authority may also contribute following a needs assessment. Benefits such as Attendance Allowance can also help offset costs. We can guide you through these options.
Are your carers specifically trained for Alzheimer’s disease?
Absolutely. All SD Care carers complete specific training on Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. They are taught specialised communication techniques and effective strategies for supporting emotional wellbeing and managing distress.
How quickly can Alzheimer’s care start?
In urgent situations, we can often arrange support within 24 to 48 hours. However, we prefer to take the time necessary to properly assess needs and match the right carer, ensuring the best possible start for your loved one.
What happens if my loved one’s needs increase?
We review care plans regularly. As Alzheimer’s progresses, we can seamlessly increase visiting hours or transition to live-in care, providing continuous support without the disruption of changing providers.
Do you provide care overnight or at weekends?
Yes. We provide support seven days a week, including weekends and bank holidays. We also offer waking night and sleeping night care for clients who require reassurance and assistance during the night.
Which specific areas do you cover?
We provide care across 30 locations in Surrey and London. This includes Guildford, Woking, Croydon, Richmond, Ealing, Kingston, and Bromley.
Have a Quick Question About Alzheimer’s Care?
Our AI assistant is available around the clock to answer your questions about costs, daily routines, and how to get started. It is a great starting point, but our human team is always just a phone call away if you prefer to speak to someone directly.