Finding support from Wakefield Hospice
“As Den’s condition was getting worse I began looking for help. Our daughters have always been amazing support, but just like when Den’s Dad was living with Alzheimer’s, as parents you don’t want to feel like you are constantly relying on your children for help – they still have their own life to live.
“We were receiving a few hours support each week from a friend who was a retired District Nurse, and she was the first person to point us in the direction of Wakefield Hospice. We received a home visit from Sandra in the hospice’s Dementia Team and one month later Den was heading for her first visit.”
The immeasurable value of ‘Trust’
“At the stage we are at now, it is all a matter of trust. Trusting where you go, trusting the people around you and of course trusting anyone caring for Den. I can honestly say, from the minute I walk through the doors there is just a feel about the place which radiates warmth and positivity in the most trusting of environments… it really does mean so much just knowing Den is safe and happy.
“The whole team are incredible, I can talk with Sandra about anything, the knowledge, understanding and empathy of the team is second to none and the practical support here just isn’t available anywhere else - it is honestly the greatest support we have found available anywhere over the past seven years.”
“To anyone out there supporting loved ones living with Alzheimer’s or Dementia, I couldn’t recommend this service enough. We know the coming months and years will present more challenges, but being side-by-side with Den we will face every obstacle together, and having the support of Wakefield Hospice provides that safety blanket we all need, wrapping us in care and supporting us on our journey.”
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