About AD care
Welcome to ALZHEIMER & DEMENTIA CARE GROUP
“There are more than 36 million people with Alzheimer’s Disease & Dementia worldwide and the number will rise to over 115 million by 2050. With so many people affected, it's time Alzheimer’s Disease & Dementia is recognized as a global health priority. We must combat stigma and ignorance so that people with Dementia receive the care, treatment and attention they need. The AD Care Group’s vision is to cultivate awareness and acceptance of people with Alzheimer’s Disease & Dementia, and to provide adequate services to them and their families.”
ALZHEIMER'S & DEMENTIA CARE GROUP operates specialist care centres with private and shared rooms providing 24 hour nursing care for mid to frail residents.
We pride ourselves in having facilities that focus on the needs of each individual in an attractive, well maintained environment. Regular entertainment and social activities are provided for our residents. Physical, psychological and social care is intended for physically and mentally frail, ageing elderly.
We accommodate a total number of 100 residents at the 3 different homes and employ 40 staff members working in shifts.
AD Care is committed to providing the highest standard of care and support to all our residents. Our patients are cared for in an environment appropriate to their needs, where the priority is to preserve their dignity and promote their independence.
The Ad Care facilities are close enough to essential community activities i.e. churches, shopping centres, and hospitals.Branches in Centurion (2km from Unitas Hospital) Lynnwood (4km from Wilgers Hospital), Equestria (800m from Wilgers Hospital), Wilgers (1.8km from Wilgers Hospital), Pretoria North (2km from Medi Clinic), Paarl (Cape Town opening soon).
Care and Facilities at AD Care Group
- Our residential facilities are rooms appropriate for residents who are able, frail or suffering from Alzheimer’s and dementia
- 24-hour nursing care
- 24-hour security
- 3 nutritious meals per day
- light snacks between meals
- Laundry (included in fees)
- Hygienic and clean living conditions
- Comfortable and homely atmosphere
- Friendly staff that are caring, competent and well trained
- Tranquility
- Hairdresser available on request
- Library
- Supportive Commodities
- Temporary residence (daily, holidays, etc)
ADDITIONAL SERVICESPROVIDED BY THE HOME
- Podiatrists (foot care)
- Hairdressing facilities
- Tuck shop or canteen
- Daily activity programme
- Residents encouraged to learn new skills
- Painting , art bronzing, etc
Specialist Nursing / STAFFING
The Director of Nursing ensures that staff are aware of all the residents’ needs and that the highest possible standard of care is administered. Specialist 24-hour nursing services are provided and overseen by registered nurses and supported by care assistants. The skill mix and number of nurses are based on the assessed needs and dependency of the individuals receiving care at any one time, although the core numbers will remain the same. Additional expertise can be made availableas and when required such as incontinence, tissue care, stoma and diabetes nurse specialists. Others may be called upon if required.
Specialist wound care nurse on site
< Private nurse placing at residences
VISITORS
- Residents are allowed to go out for days/weekends and/or holidays.
- Visitors/family can visit at any time and have to sign in on arrival.
- Relatives/friends are encouraged to participate in the care of the resident.
