Dementia Care in Sherborne

With almost a million people currently affected - and a 40% increase predicted over the next 15 years, caring for someone living with dementia can bring new challenges to navigate, especially when you’re trying to support them while balancing your own responsibilities. At Home Instead Yeovil, Sherborne & Bridport, we understand the journey families in Sherborne experience. Our team is here to offer thoughtful, personalised dementia care that reflects your loved one’s needs and daily routines. Whether your parent lives near Sherborne Abbey or elsewhere in the town, we aim to help them stay at home safely, surrounded by comfort and familiarity. You don’t have to do this alone-we’re here to support you and your family every step of the way.

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Highest regulatory ratingsCare for  18,000+ older peopleRecommended by 95% of our clients 10,000 trained Care ProfessionalsHomecare.co.uk rating 9.6/10
Highest regulatory ratingsCare for  18,000+ older peopleRecommended by 95% of our clients 10,000 trained Care ProfessionalsHomecare.co.uk rating 9.6/10

Why Home Instead?

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.

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Home Care in Sherborne

The team here at Home Instead Yeovil, Sherborne & Bridport are proud to provide expert home care in Sherborne. Get in touch to find out how we can help you or your loved ones.

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To us it's personal

From home care and live-in care to creating local What on Where (WoW) guide and dementia badges, our dementia care in Sherborne is carefully shaped around each person’s preferences, habits, and life story. We help with personal care routines such as bathing and dressing, always keeping your loved one’s dignity at the centre of what we do. Our Care Professionals offer memory-based activities that spark conversation and connection, and we adapt the home environment to enhance safety and support confidence at home. Whether it’s helping someone remember familiar routes near Cheap Street or encouraging regular mealtimes, our support focuses on comfort, predictability, and a sense of control.

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Award-winning service you can trust

  • Leaders in Care Award
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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!

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Our Home Care Services

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.

  • Hourly Home Care

    Hourly Home Care

    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.

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  • Respite Home Care

    Respite Home Care

    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.

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  • Overnight Home Care

    Overnight Home Care

    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.

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  • Live-in Home Care

    Live-in Home Care

    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.

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A nurse checks a man's blood pressure as they sit on a red sofa against a brick wall. - Home Instead

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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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

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As I got older, I realised that this service had made me happy in my own home.

Elisie, Client

Choosing Home Instead Sherborne for personalised home care

Families in Sherborne trust Home Instead because our dementia care is built on genuine understanding and shared respect. Every Care Professional receives City and Guild accredited specialist training in dementia support, with a strong focus on up-to-date approaches that are kind and reassuring. Trust is central to everything we do, building strong relationships with both you and your loved one. What truly sets us apart is our experience, knowledge, and passion for supporting individuals and families, not just by building trust with your loved one, but with you too.

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Our Sherborne Team is With You Through Every Step

Families in Sherborne trust Home Instead because our dementia care is built on genuine understanding and shared respect. Every Care Professional receives City and Guild accredited specialist training in dementia support, with a strong focus on up-to-date approaches that are kind and reassuring. Trust is central to everything we do, building strong relationships with both you and your loved one. What truly sets us apart is our experience, knowledge, and passion for supporting individuals and families, not just by building trust with your loved one, but with you too. This trust extends to families as a whole, not just the person living with dementia. We're here for you too, offering guidance, reassurance, and someone to talk to. Whether it's helping you understand changes in your loved one's behaviour, finding the best ways to communicate, or simply being a source of comfort, we're by your side. Our local knowledge spans from The Terrace to the surrounding villages, ensuring we can offer personalised support that fits your needs.

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We deliver tailored home care to the Sherborne community to nurture wellbeing and independence.

We 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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Our dementia care in Sherborne 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.

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Taking a break from caring can feel impossible if your loved one is lonely or has challenging health conditions, but our respite care in Sherborne is designed to step in with dependable care at any time. Whether you're recharging your batteries or managing other commitments, our Care Professionals can provide reliable support, so you can take time to yourself without disrupting routines.

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We 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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