Dementia care that supports enablement, positive health and wellbeing
Everyone’s experience with dementia is unique, and so is our care. At Catholic Healthcare, we provide compassionate and relationship-centred dementia care, in your home or one of ours. Our services are specifically designed to help you or your loved one remain active, engaged and supported in a safe and comfortable environment.
Our dementia care includes:
- Compassionate, qualified care teams providing personalised care plans
- Specialised programs designed to support independence and confidence for as long as possible
- Ongoing support to remain engaged, active and mentally stimulated
- Care delivered across our Residential Care homes in specially designed dementia care spaces, offering a comfortable and homelike environment.
Our approach to dementia care
Inspirit - Our approach to dementia care
Our dementia care approach is guided by the four Inspirit pillars:
Knowing Me
Understanding each person's life story, preferences, strengths, relationships and experiences to provide personalised care.
Being Connected
Supporting meaningful relationships, social engagement and a sense of belonging with family, friends and community.
Feeling Safe and Secure
Creating environments, routines and approaches that promote comfort, confidence, dignity and wellbeing.
Living with Purpose
Encouraging participation in meaningful activities, maintaining independence and supporting each person to live well with dementia.
These principles reflect our commitment to enabling people living with dementia to maintain identity, connection, independence and quality of life.
Ways to access dementia care with us
We offer flexible dementia care options tailored to your circumstances:
Why choose Catholic Healthcare
For more than 30 years, Catholic Healthcare has been delivering compassionate aged care that places the person at the centre of everything we do.
What makes us different
Relationship-centred dementia care
that values each person’s identity, experiences and abilities.
Engaging and motivated teams
who understand the changing needs of people living with a type of dementia and their caregivers.
Innovative, dementia-friendly environments
designed to support independence, engagement and a sense of home.
Meaningful activity and wellbeing programs
that encourage connection, purpose and enjoyment every day.
A continuum of care options
allowing support to evolve as needs change.
Home Care | Residential Care | Retirement Living | Wellness Centres
Participating locations
Dementia care is available across many of our Catholic Healthcare residential homes and through a vast number of region for Home Care services in New South Wales and Queensland.
Frequently asked questions
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What does dementia care include?
Dementia care involves support for people experiencing cognitive decline that affects memory, behaviour, and daily living. Dementia care focuses on safety, engagement, and maintaining overall quality of life.
For more information or help, visit Home | Dementia Australia or call their helpline on 1800 100 500.
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Are there any short term or respite care options available?
Yes, short-term and respite care options are available to give carers a break or provide temporary support.
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What is the process to get started? How much does it cost?
Dementia care can be accessed through the Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP), Support at Home (formerly Home Care Packages). Self-funded options are also available. Our team will guide you through the process, assess your needs, and discuss the options and costs that best suit your circumstances.
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What is the role of a caregiver in dementia care?
Caregivers play a crucial role in nurturing daily activities, promoting independence, and providing emotional support.
At Catholic Healthcare, we work in partnership with people living with a type of dementia and their caregivers to provide personalised, relationship-centred care. Our team take the time to understand each person's preferences, strengths and life experiences, helping to maintain independence, wellbeing and quality of life through meaningful engagement, familiar routines and compassionate support.
Want to learn more about dementia care support?
If you or a loved one would benefit from dementia care, or if you’d simply like to understand more about what’s involved, we’re here to help.
Acknowledgement of Country
Catholic Healthcare acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we live, work, and care. We pay our respects to Elders past and present and honour the enduring connection of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to Country.