Tips for Caring for Someone with Dementia By LuxuriCare

At Luxuricare, we believe dementia care is about more than memory loss, it’s about love, patience, and creating moments that matter. Whether you’re a family member navigating this journey for the first time or just looking for ways to make daily life smoother, you’re not alone. We've got you with heart, humour, and a helping hand.

Here are our top real-life, heart-led tips for caring for someone with dementia:

1. 💬 Keep Communication Simple, But Kind

Talking to someone with dementia doesn’t have to be complicated. Short sentences, eye contact, and a warm tone can go a long way.

Pro tip from Luxuricare: If you’re repeating yourself for the fifth time today, don’t stress. Just take a deep breath and smile, it’s not personal, it’s the condition. (Also, talking to the same person five times a day is just more chances to tell a good story, right? 😉)

2. 🕰️ Stick to Routines, They’re Like Safety Blankets

Familiarity means comfort. Try to keep mealtimes, activities, and bedtime consistent.

Luxuricares magic touch: We design personalized care plans that gently build structure into the day, without making it feel rigid. It's all about balance – like a perfectly brewed cup of tea ☕.

3. 🎨 Keep the Mind Busy, Gently!

From music to puzzles, baking to reminiscing, little activities can work wonders for mood and memory.

Need inspo? We’ve danced to Elvis, baked cupcakes with a 92-year-old queen of sponge cakes, and even painted with watercolours (and on occasion, the table too... it’s all part of the fun 😂).

4. 💜 Validate Feelings – Not Just Facts

People with dementia may say things that don’t quite make sense – but what matters most is how they feel in that moment.

At Luxuricare, we meet clients in their world, not force them into ours. If someone thinks they’re waiting for their (long-passed) husband, we might say, “Tell me about him – was he a kind man?” Instead of correcting, we connect.

5. 🛏️ Don’t Forget You Need Rest Too

Caring for someone with dementia is rewarding… but let’s be honest, it’s not always easy. You deserve breaks, support, and lots of self-care.

That’s where we come in. From respite care to full-time support, we’re here to share the load with love, so you don’t have to do it all alone.

🏡 Why Families Trust Luxuricare

At Luxuricare, we don’t just care for people with dementia we celebrate them. Every client is treated like family. Our carers are not only trained in dementia support – they also come equipped with smiles, patience, and sometimes even a few dance moves 💃🕺.

We bring care into your home with warmth, fun, and a deep respect for every individual journey.