Dementia Care Near Me

We offer a personalized approach to providing care for those diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. From extensive questionnaire interviews before hiring our caregivers to around-the-clock staffing changes so your loved one has closer contact with someone familiar, our philosophy is based on need rather than a standard set of activities, they differ in how personalized the care-giving services are.

Most home care agencies provide a one size fits all approach to care giving. You can expect a caregiver from the agency to arrive with minimal advance notice at your home and not spend any more time on site than necessary - no more than an hour or so, unless it's agreed upon.

In addition, some companies imply that they are providing professional medical caregivers such as nurses. Of course, a nurse is not usually the caregiver sent to the family home.

Choice Dementia Services has highly trained Alzheimer’s’ and dementia specialists with great depth of knowledge as that is our one and only focus.

We are committed to the safety of our clients and caregivers. In light of the COVID pandemic, we have put in place the following safety procedures:

Our business model of one caregiver to one loved-one means that the risk of cross contamination among caregivers is minimized

All of our caregivers are screened for COVID regularly and are required to wear gloves and masks when providing care

We are disinfecting all common areas and surfaces multiple times per day

We are urging our clients and their families to follow all guidelines from the Health Canada and our practices are consistent with those followed by family physicians.

At Choice, we take our caregivers' training and screening seriously. We require all of our caregivers to complete a comprehensive training program that covers everything from speaking slowly and in a reassuring tone to creating a safe environment to Alzheimer’s disease and dementia care best practices.

In addition, we conduct criminal background checks on all of our caregivers to ensure that you and your family member is safe and well taken care of.

All Health Care Assistance (HCAs, Caregivers) must go through a government program found at the Private Colleges and some schools.

The program is identical in content no matter where the HCA took the course, however we all know that not all HCAs are created equal.

We look for someone who has the that not so common, common sense, good social interaction skills, emotional connection, excellent communication skills and the ability to build social connections.

We explore their training, ask for a copy of their transcripts and speak with the instructor concerning attendance.

HCAs must be registered with the HCA agency and will provide their number.

Finally, they are required to produce the following:

Up to date criminal background check

Job references

Financial background check

Letter from their personal doctor

TB test

Vaccination report

Record of immunization

Red Cross Emergency First Aid/AED & CPR certification

Work Safe documentation

Medication Management Certification

Food Safe Certification

WHIMIS

Drivers license abstract

Business insurance

Yes, we understand the importance of having a consistent caregiver for your loved one. That's why we do our best to staff each client with a caregiver who is familiar with their individual needs. We also allow for staff changes so that your loved one has close contact with someone they are comfortable with.

Choice Dementia Services offers a wide range of home care services to meet the needs of people living with dementia. We offer specialized dementia care services to help our clients manage the challenges of living with dementia. We create a safe environment and can provide add-on personal care, companionship, transportation, meal preparation, and light housekeeping for our clients depending on their physical abilities. For more information, please contact us for a free consultation.

We start with engagement, smiles and friendship. We need to build report and trust not only with the family but the loved one too. We do whatever we can to bring peace, joy and as close to a normal day as we can have.

We are available 24/7 to provide dementia care at home.

Yes, you will sign a contract with us that outlines the agreed services, times, days, costs, payment, cancellation, changes to services, notice and addendums if necessary.

We require a 2-week notice for any cancellations and a minimum of 48 hours notice for all changes to service (additions/subtractions).

You are allowed to change HCAs as often as you like, however we ask for a minimum of 24 hours notice before the shift change.

Our primary goal however is your families happiness. We want you to be comfortable with the care we provide and feel confident in knowing that your loved ones are being well taken care of. If at any time you are not happy with the services we are providing, please let us know so that we can address the issue immediately.

Our caregivers come from a diverse range of backgrounds and nationalities which makes them culturally sensitive for each family.

They all speak English with no heavy accent.

Choice Dementia Services is committed to providing care to your loved one anywhere in the lower mainland.

We are headquartered in Nanoose Bay, near Nanaimo BC and we provide care everywhere in southern British Columbia from:

Parksville to the Southern Gulf Islands, Victoria and on the mainland including Surrey, Langley, Delta and New Westminster.

Start by contacting Choice Dementia Services for a free consultation and estimate. We provide highly personalized dementia care at home so that your loved one can stay in their own home longer.

Living with dementia is hard and it particularly challenging for family caregivers.

Yes, we can provide care for your mother who lives with you and has been recently diagnosed with dementia. We provide highly personalized dementia care at home so that your parent can stay at home longer. Contact us for a free consultation and estimate.

Yes, we can provide care for your father who is in a retirement home (long term care home or hospital). We provide highly personalized dementia care and advocacy so that your loved one can stay comfortable wherever they are. Contact us for a free consultation and estimate.

We have found that retirement homes and memory care facilities are welcoming to having additional assistance once we have the initial conversation and understand what we are able to do and what they would prefer their staff still to do (we all have our insurance to consider). Hospitals may require a longer time to evaluate.

Yes, we offer a free at-home consultation to discuss the needs of your loved one and provide a personalized care plan.

If you live in Nanaimo, Victoria, Vancouver, Surrey, Langley or the surrounding area - just reach out. We are here to help!

To start, please contact us for a free consultation. We will discuss the needs of your loved one and provide a personalized care plan.

From there, we will ask you to complete a health questionnaire form and share with us as much background information on the life, health and daily routines of your loved one.

We will provide you a contract that outlines the agreed services, times, days, costs, payment, cancellation, changes to services, notice and addendums if necessary.

On our initial visits, a senior manager will be on site to complete a live needs assessment before we assign your primary Caregiver to the family.

if you are seeing signs of memory loss in a family member - it is time to get help. Memory impairment may be caused by a variety of factors and people living with these issues should seek advice.

We can provide services for seniors who have been diagnosed with dementia. If you suspect your loved one has dementia, we will help you find the right resources for a proper assessment and diagnosis.

Yes, we can provide services for seniors who have other medical issues. Some of the services we offer include giving injections and providing wound care.

The consultation process is designed to ensure we have a holistic understanding of your loved one. If required, we will ensure a nurse or an LPN in your care plan.

People living with someone with dementia often need help! Don’t think of us as a last resort! You are much better off to explore care options early.

You will want to create a care team which may include support groups, other family members or family caregivers.

Call us for a consultation with an onsite senior manager or online chat today! For more information on the services offered, visit our services page.