Admiral Nurse Service

Supporting people with dementia, their families and carers

When a person is diagnosed with dementia, they may experience a range of challenges and difficulties, including memory loss, communication problems, and a decline in their ability to carry out daily activities. As the condition progresses, it can become increasingly challenging for family and caregivers to provide adequate care and support. Hospice services are designed to provide comfort and care for terminally ill patients and their families, and they can also offer specialised dementia care services.

The Admiral Nurse works in partnership with GPs, community nurses, social care professionals and hospital specialists. Admiral Nurse provides home visits and telephone advice support for those living with advanced dementia.

Hospice staff can create a safe and comfortable environment for patients with dementia to reduce confusion, agitation, and anxiety. The staff can also provide memory-enhancing activities to stimulate the patient’s brain and improve their cognitive function.

How we can help

• Emotional support and assessment of needs
• Information about dementia
• Specialist advice and support on managing advancing dementia, including end of life support
• Information and support with advance palliative care planning
• Referral and links to other services and organisations who may be able to help you
• Access to other services provided by St Kentigern Hospice such as family support and complimentary therapy