Dementia care at home means your loved one receives personalised support in their own familiar environment instead of moving to a residential facility. This one-on-one care is provided by a dedicated caregiver who helps with daily tasks, memory cues, medication, and whatever else is needed – all in the comfort of home. The big advantage is that your family member gets to stay in a place they know and love, surrounded by their memories, which can greatly reduce confusion and anxiety. Unlike a nursing home, where one staff member may have many residents to tend to, home care offers truly individualised attention. The routine is built around your loved one’s preferences (e.g. what time they like to wake up, what they prefer for breakfast), rather than a fixed schedule.

They also avoid the disruption of moving and can maintain their existing social connections in Rothley – for example, keeping their own GP, neighbours, and local friends. In short, dementia care at home provides the best of both worlds: professional care and the peace of mind that comes from being in one’s own home. Many families find this option leads to improved mood and quality of life for their loved ones, as they can continue to live more normally and independently with just the right level of support.

Yes – our caregivers are highly qualified and carefully vetted for dementia care. Every carer we employ goes through rigorous training specific to Alzheimer’s and other dementias, including how to handle memory loss, manage challenging behaviours compassionately, and communicate effectively with those who have cognitive impairment. In addition, many of our carers are former nurses or healthcare professionals, bringing clinical expertise and experience. 

We ensure all staff have up-to-date DBS checks (police background checks) and glowing references before they ever start working with clients. U&I Care also provides ongoing training and support – our carers attend workshops and refresher courses to stay current on the best dementia care practices.

Equally important, we look for kindness and patience in every hire. Our team truly cares about our clients like family. So you can trust that your loved one’s caregiver will be not only skilled, but also gentle, respectful, and attuned to your loved one’s needs. If at any point you have concerns or feel a different approach is needed, we are very responsive and will work with you to ensure the care is absolutely top-notch. Your loved one’s safety and happiness are our primary priorities.

Yes, we do. Live-in care is actually our speciality at U&I Care. With a live-in arrangement, a dedicated caregiver lives in your loved one’s home with them, providing assistance and supervision around the clock. This is an excellent alternative to a care home for those who need continuous support but want to stay in familiar surroundings. The live-in carer will help with everything – personal care, meals, mobility, nighttime reassurance – ensuring your loved one is never alone and has help whenever needed, day or night. This 24/7 presence can be incredibly comforting, especially for clients who may wake up at night confused or need frequent assistance. 

We carefully rotate our live-in carers (typically every few weeks) to ensure they stay refreshed, but we keep the rotation limited to maintain consistency and allow a strong bond to form. Rothley and the surrounding areas are within our service region for live-in care, and we have several wonderful live-in carers available in Leicestershire. Whether your loved one is in the town center or a bit further out in a village, we can accommodate live-in care. 

We also provide overnight care if full live-in is not required – for instance, a carer can stay through the night to help with toileting or to prevent night-time wandering. Our goal is to give you complete peace of mind that your loved one is safe and cared for every hour of the day.

Absolutely. We understand that family caregivers sometimes need a break or extra help during certain times – that’s where our respite care service comes in. U&I Care offers dementia respite care in Rothley for as little as a few days or weeks, depending on your needs. Respite care provides short-term assistance when the usual caregiver is unavailable or needs to rest. 

For example, if you’re going on holiday, have an upcoming surgery, or simply need to recharge, our team can step in to care for your loved one. We make respite transitions smooth: our professionals follow the routines you’ve established and keep your loved one comfortable so that you can step away with confidence. Even on short notice, we do our best to accommodate requests – we’ve helped families during emergencies or when a primary carer fell ill, for instance. Respite clients receive the same high standard of care as our long-term clients. 

We also find that many families, after trying respite with us, gain the confidence to use regular help to prevent burnout. Temporary support can be a lifesaver for both you and your loved one, and we’re happy to provide it whenever you need.

U&I Care proudly serves Rothley and the wider Charnwood district of Leicestershire. In addition to the village of Rothley itself, we support many surrounding towns and communities, including Mountsorrel, Quorn, Barrow upon Soar, Birstall, Syston, and Loughborough.

As a Leicestershire-based care provider, our caregivers live and work throughout the region and can travel to or reside in clients’ homes as needed. We also extend our live-in care services to nearby areas in the East Midlands where appropriate – such as parts of Nottinghamshire or Rutland – so if you’re just outside Rothley, feel free to get in touch.

Our emphasis is on maintaining a local, familiar team who understand the culture, rhythms, and values of our communities. This regional focus helps us deliver not only reliable care but also deeply personalised support that feels rooted in the places our clients call home.

If you’re unsure whether we cover your area, just ask – we’ll be happy to confirm or connect you with a trusted partner if you’re slightly further afield.