Dementia Care

We take great pride in offering tailored Dementia Care at Templeton House Care Home, ensuring that each individual’s unique needs are met with utmost attention and compassion. Our Dementia Care team undergoes rigorous professional training, equipping them to address all aspects and stages of dementia proficiently. We are deeply committed to fostering continuous learning and development among our staff in this specialised field, enabling us to deliver the highest standard of dementia care to our residents.

Our dedicated teams consistently go the extra mile, collaborating closely with residents living with dementia and their families to identify activities and therapies that cater to their specific requirements. At Templeton House Care Home, we maintain an open-door policy, welcoming visitors at any hour to witness our dedication firsthand. Notably, we have two designated dementia champions who have completed training and are currently undertaking a course to further enhance their expertise.

Dementia Care at Templeton

All our dementia care rooms are conveniently located on the ground floor with direct access to the garden, providing a safe and serene environment for residents. With complete confidence in our secure facilities, we ensure that residents with dementia feel comfortable and well-supported at all times. Additionally, our dementia unit boasts two lounges and a cinema, offering residents ample opportunities for relaxation and engagement.

To ensure personalised care and attention, we have a dedicated team of eight staff members working within the dementia unit. This allows us to provide individualised support and supervision to residents, tailored to their unique needs and preferences. Our dementia care program is thoughtfully curated, featuring a diverse range of activities designed to stimulate cognitive function and promote overall wellbeing.

Quality of Life

Our primary goal is to give all residents living with dementia the greatest quality of life. Our residents benefit from the advantages of living in a home with like-minded people and without having to worry about running a household. Residents have shown enhanced self-confidence and independence, as well as improved health and a vibrant social life.

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What You’ll Find at Templeton House

To guarantee the comfort and well-being of our residents, our care home has been purposefully built to offer a wide range of amenities and services aimed at supporting residents in leading a fulfilling life.

Nurse Call Systems

Personalised Care Plans

Profiling Beds

Access to Doctor Appointments

Access to Dentist Appointments

Access to Optician Appointments

Access to Physiotherapy Appointments

Access to Chiropody Appointments

Dementia Care FAQs

Before a move to Templeton House Care Home, we arrange a consultation with our Home Manager, the prospective resident and their loved ones to ensure that we can cater to their unique needs. We work closely with residents to gain insight into their daily routines, interests, and preferences, which we then incorporate into their personalised care plans. Our approach to care is centered around the individual, and our objective is to assist residents in preserving their independence and dignity while reassuring them that we are always here to provide support.

We prioritise the training and growth of our staff, and this is particularly evident in our dementia care team. They receive ongoing training to stay current with the latest developments in dementia care and support. Our teams possess the experience and expertise required to deliver effective care to our residents with dementia. This includes providing assistance with activities, therapies, communication, mobility, medication management and personal care.

Templeton House Care Home offers a diverse activities programme for all residents, encompassing both group and 1-1 activities and therapies. This includes regular arts and crafts sessions, as well as music therapy, reminiscence activities, and more. The activities and therapies we select are tailored to enhance the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of our residents, including those living with dementia.

High Standards of Comprehensive Care

At our care home in Ayr, we take great pride in providing a wide variety of care services catered to different health needs. We firmly believe that every resident should have access to outstanding care, along with the opportunity to pursue their interests, hobbies, and the chance to form new friendships.

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