The service is tailored to the person’s needs and goals and may include:
• Support to navigate the Aged Care system
• Information about appropriate services and their availability
• Information to facilitate a better understanding of dementia, both at initial diagnosis and beyond
• Provision of advice and guidance about living well with dementia
• Support to develop strategies to manage changed behaviours
• Information and assistance to plan for future care needs
Intended as a short-term service, BaptistCare at home can facilitate access to relevant professional services, local networks, allied health and other community based service providers to help with the challenges and changes that a dementia diagnosis might bring. Our goal is to provide people living with dementia and their carers, with the appropriate tools to live their best life, and to feel supported throughout thei