Dementia Care in Oxfordshire

Common signs that suggest a loved one may be living with dementia can include increasing forgetfulness, a lack of personal care, becoming confused about time or place, struggling with everyday tasks, or showing changes in mood or confidence. You may also notice that they become more withdrawn, lose interest in activities they once enjoyed, or forget to take their medication.

If you have started to notice several of these changes, it may be helpful to speak with a healthcare professional, as early support and guidance can make a real difference. At our care home in Abingdon, we understand the impact this can have on residents and their families, and we are here to offer reassurance and compassionate care every step of the way.

Prior to a resident moving into Valerian Court Care Home, we conduct consultations involving both the resident and their family to ensure we can cater to their specific needs. We work closely with our residents and their loved ones to understand their daily routines, interests, and preferences, all of which we then incorporate into their care plans. Our approach to care is centred around the individual, striving to help residents maintain their independence and dignity while also providing them with continuous support.

At Valerican Court Care Home, we implement a wellbeing programme for all residents, encompassing both collective and one-on-one activities and therapies. For instance, we hold regular arts and crafts sessions, music therapy, reminiscence activities, and more. These activities and therapies are tailored to enrich the physical, cognitive, and social well-being of every resident, including those living with dementia.

For those travelling from further afield by car, our nursing home in Oxfordshire is easily accessible via the A34. Visitors can exit at the Milton Interchange and follow signs towards Didcot town centre before finding us down The Broadway.

From Didcot Parkway, visitors can either walk 14 minutes to our home or take the X36 bus from Parkway Station to Aldi. We are less than a 1-minute walk from Aldi, which means families can still easily reach us without needing to get a taxi or walk long distances.

Visitors coming from Oxford can reach us directly by taking the X32 bus to Orchard Centre before walking 9 minutes to reach our door. The total journey will take about an hour, but does not require any changes.