Dementia Care

At Haddington Care Home, we understand the unique challenges faced by individuals living with dementia. Located in the heart of East Lothian’s beautiful countryside, our home provides a safe, nurturing environment designed to support people with dementia and other memory-related conditions.

With stunning views of the River Tyne, landscaped gardens, and en-suite bedrooms, our home is thoughtfully designed to create a calming and familiar atmosphere. Whether you’re seeking specialist dementia care or considering a care home for a loved one with dementia, Haddington Care Home offers compassionate care tailored to each individual’s needs.

What is Dementia Care?

Dementia is a neurological condition that affects a person’s mental capabilities in several ways. It can affect communication, critical thinking, and memory loss. This type of care focuses on helping residents maintain their independence, safety, and well-being, while also addressing the unique challenges posed by memory-related conditions.

At Haddington Care Home, our experienced team provides care that is sensitive to the needs of each resident, offering personalised assistance with daily routines, medication management, and emotional support. Our approach to dementia high care is grounded in creating a familiar and reassuring environment where residents feel secure and valued.

Choosing the right dementia care home is an important decision, and we’re here to provide guidance and support as you navigate this journey.

Dementia Care in East Lothian

At Haddington Care Home, we understand that living with dementia requires a thoughtful and tailored approach. Our nurse-led dementia care offers:

A safe and secure environment with thoughtful design to promote independence and reduce anxiety.
Specialised care plans developed to meet the unique needs of each resident.
Activities that stimulate memory and encourage engagement, from creative workshops to music therapy and gentle exercise.

Residents benefit from the comfort of en-suite bedrooms and the opportunity to enjoy our expansive living spaces and beautiful gardens. Mealtimes are an integral part of daily life, with nutritious meals served in our elegant dining rooms, creating a sense of routine and social connection.

Our compassionate team is highly trained in delivering specialist dementia care and providing emotional and practical support to residents and their families.

Explore our Home

What You’ll Find at Haddington

With a focus on residents’ well-being, our care home has been thoughtfully designed to provide comfort, convenience, and tailored support, complete with an array of facilities and services.

Nurse Call Systems

Tailored Care Plans

Profiling Beds

GP Appointments

Optician Appointments

Oral Care Team

Chiropody Appointments

Access to Community Health Teams

Dementia Care FAQs

Prior to moving into Haddington Care Home, we arrange for a consultation with our Home Manager, the prospective resident and their loved ones to ensure we can meet their individual needs. We get to understand their routines, interests, and preferences to include this when they move into a care home. We proudly take a person-centred approach to care and it is our goal to help residents keep their independence and dignity whilst providing support whenever they need it.

We invest in the training and development of our staff and when it comes to our dementia care team, they undergo the necessary training to ensure they are kept up to date with the latest in dementia care and support. Our teams have the experience and knowledge to provide effective person-centered care to our residents with dementia, including support with activities, therapies, communication, mobility, medication management, and personal care.

At Haddington Care Home, we provide a varied activities programme for dementia care residents which includes both group and 1:1 activities and therapies. For example, our arts & crafts sessions are held regularly and we also provide music therapy, reminiscence activities, and more. The activities and therapies we offer are designed to support the physical, mental and emotional wellbeing of our residents, including individuals living with dementia.

At Haddington Care Home, we require a 28-day notice period for residents receiving any of our long-term care types and are looking to move out. Our compassionate team are on hand around the clock to support you with your moving transition and answer any further questions you have.

Care of an Exceptional Quality

At our Haddington care home in East Lothian, we stand by our commitment to providing an extensive array of care services. We firmly believe that every resident deserves access to high-quality care, alongside the chance to enjoy their hobbies, explore their interests, and build new relationships.

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