Living with dementia at home means keeping familiar surroundings, familiar sounds, and a routine that still feels like your own. Our specialist dementia care in Branksome, Poole helps people hold on to that sense of normality and independence, with compassionate support that fits around the life they already have. Our trained Care Professionals understand the importance of maintaining dignity and comfort in your own environment.
Personalised dementia care that starts with listening
Your situation is unique – your care should be too. We match our Care Professionals based on their dementia training, interests and personality, so care is always tailored to you.
20 years of trusted experience
We exceed UK regulatory standards, rank highly on Homecare.co.uk, and our qualified Care Professionals are trained to the highest standard so you can have complete peace of mind.
City & Guilds Assured dementia training
Our programme was created exclusively for Home Instead, and developed alongside key dementia specialists. We focus on caring not just for the condition, but for the person behind it.
Compassionate support for complex behaviours
We work to understand your loved one's world so we can join them in it - this helps us keep them safe and calm, provide stimulating activities, and effectively soothe challenging and complex behaviours.
Your Local Office
The team here at Home Instead Poole are proud to provide expert home care in Branksome. Get in touch to find out how we can help you or your loved ones.
Dementia affects each person differently, and every care plan we put together reflects that. Someone in the early stages might only need light prompts and reminders, while another person could need more hands-on help throughout the day. Personal care is one area where sensitivity and discretion count for a lot. Our Care Professionals learn how each client prefers things done, the order they've always followed for getting washed and dressed, and they keep to that. Medication reminders are part of the daily routine too, with prompts timed alongside meals and other activities. For clients who enjoy getting out, a gentle walk along Poole Quay or time in Branksome Chine can be part of the week's plan. We're regulated by the CQC, and our Care Professionals complete specialist City & Guilds assured dementia training before supporting clients. On a practical level, we also look at the home environment itself. That might mean rearranging a kitchen so everyday items are within easy reach, or ensuring walkways are clear.
Whatever your situation, Home Instead can provide quality care to enable your loved one to stay where they belong: at home. Share your details here and one of our friendly advisors will reach out to answer your questions.
Thanks again for the great care you all are giving Mum, from someone so reluctant to accept care now looks forward daily to her Care Professionals. BIG achievement!
Janet, Client's Family
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We're ready to help you make an informed, confident choice for your loved one, with bespoke and easily-adapted packages designed around their needs.
When your loved one begins to need more frequent support, our flexible home care solutions help them stay safe and independent at home. We don't take a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, we personalise your experience with responsive, attentive, and genuinely compassionate care, so you can feel reassured they are in capable hands.
We understand how overwhelming it can be to leave your loved one if they live with a condition like dementia, arthritis, or diabetes. Our highly experienced Care Professionals are matched based on their specialist knowledge and expertise, so you can feel content knowing your loved one's health conditions are carefully monitored and managed.
We are proud to be the benchmark for exceptional care, so all of our qualified Care Professionals receive training that goes above and beyond the industry standard. When it comes to complex health conditions, you can rest assured that your loved one's safety and wellbeing is always a top priority.
Our live-in care provides round-the-clock support and offers a welcome alternative to residential care, empowering your loved one to remain independent in the environment they know. With person-centred care from someone they recognise, older individuals can benefit from familiarity, friendship, and a consistent care plan.
Thanks again for the great care you all are giving Mum, from someone so reluctant to accept care now looks forward daily to her Care Professionals. BIG achievement!
Janet, Client's Family
Home Instead provide first class care. My care professionals are patient, kind and very reliable. I am very happy with the service they provide
Paul, Client
As I got older, I realised that this service had made me happy in my own home.
Elisie, Client
Trust between a Care Professional and your loved one develops through regular visits from the same person. Over time, they recognise who's coming through the door, and the Care Professional picks up on small shifts in mood or behaviour early. Our Care Professionals are trained in dementia-specific communication. They give people time to find the words they're looking for, respond calmly when someone is confused or upset, and keep conversations at a relaxed pace. They don't wear uniforms either, so a visit feels more like someone you know dropping by. We match Care Professionals to clients based on personality and shared interests, not just availability. Their specialist dementia communication skills cover practical techniques for supporting people through different stages of dementia. A client who used to enjoy the groups at Poole U3A might like looking through old photographs from that time, or listening to music they've always loved.
You shouldn’t have to wait for a meeting to feel informed. When you’re supporting someone you love, questions come up in the moment, and we’re here for those moments too. Our Care Managers are available whenever you need to talk something through, not just at scheduled reviews. We keep you closely updated after visits so you always know how your relative is managing day to day. If we notice changes, we share them promptly and clearly, so you’re not left trying to interpret things alone. Care plans are reviewed regularly and adjusted sooner if something shifts, so support always reflects what’s happening now. In Branksome, Poole, we also help families think ahead in a calm, practical way. That might mean planning for increased support, or preparing for changes gradually rather than suddenly. We coordinate with GPs and other professionals where needed, so everything stays connected and nothing gets overlooked.
We adapt our services to fit your life, delivering compassionate, consistent, and attentive care, enabling you to thrive in your home and community.
Get in touch today to see how we can help
Get in touchOur dementia care in Branksome is designed by experts and is City & Guilds Assured, so you know your loved one is receiving only the very best care. Our Care Professionals focus on creating an environment that's calm and consistent, while maintaining dignity and familiar routines to reduce confusion and keep clients comfortable.
Learn moreWe adapt our services to fit your life, delivering compassionate, consistent, and attentive care, enabling you to thrive in your home and community.
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