Our ‘No Elephant’ in the room culture, for better dementia support.
Just the occasional Gorilla
Published: 04/08/2025
Hellen | Wife of Client"My husband is being supported by Right at Home at their dementia friendship group. They have been kind, considerate and caring and put a lot of thought into activities. My husband loves going to the group."
At Right at Home Nottingham, we have a specific culture in our dementia friendly friendship groups when supporting individuals living with dementia, along with their families and friends. It starts with a dedication to provide individual reassurance when needed, empathy, and meaningful connections.
Our mission statement guides every aspect of our sessions:
"An inclusive group where individuals affected by dementia, along with their family and friends, can connect, share, and thrive. We are committed to open and honest communication, ensuring there are 'no elephants in the room' when it comes to discussing the realities of living with dementia. By embracing transparency and understanding, we empower each other to overcome challenges and celebrate success, living each day with dignity and purpose."
What does this mean for you and your family?
• An Inclusive and Connected Community: We believe that no one should face the journey of dementia alone. We create an environment where individuals, families, and friends feel a sense of belonging. Our support extends beyond physical needs to nurturing emotional well-being and facilitating individual connections.
• Open and Honest Communication: We are dedicated to transparent dialogue. We understand that living with dementia comes with its unique realities, and we commit to discussing these openly and honestly. Our ‘no elephants in the room’ philosophy means we address challenges directly, provide clear information, and work collaboratively to find the best solutions.
• Empowerment Through Understanding: By embracing transparency and focus on a deeper understanding of each individual's journey, we empower everyone involved. We focus on celebrating successes, no matter how small, and equip both the person living with dementia and their support network with the tools and confidence to navigate daily life with dignity and purpose.
• Living Each Day with Dignity: Our dementia support plans are person-centred, focusing on maintaining independence, respecting personal choices, and enhancing the quality of life. We strive to create moments of joy and fulfilment, ensuring that every day is lived with the utmost dignity and meaning.
In our dementia friendship groups we partner, help guide, and offer a compassionate presence, building a trusting relationship with our clients and providing much needed support to their family and carers.
If you have any questions or would like more information about our groups, please do not hesitate to contact our friendly team today. 01158800911
We can help guide you to receive the right home support.
- Fear and anxiety: Making your safety a priority, monitoring health decline and promoting independence.
- Loneliness and isolation: Feel connected to others and provide quality contact with others.
- Uncertainty: Clarity about the future and your home care options.
- Loss of control: Your decisions are being made by you, not for you.
- Cost: Be in control of your own budget and provider.
Can you say YES to the test?
Although we believe that most healthcare professionals care, the role to be effective requires some minimum requirements for it to be fit for purpose safe.
If you can say no to any of these standard questions it might be time to review your private home care options:
Take the test:
1. Are you always visited by a familiar face?
Our no stranger promise: We always send the same small team of home care professionals to build and develop a trusted personal service.
Care with understanding: Like all relationships it will be developed over time, building a strong familiar connection with your dedicated home care team.
Improved Safety: Due to familiarity our professional team are better equipped to recognise changes in your health and respond accordingly.
Peace of Mind: Knowing that you will always be supported at home by someone you trust, can provide immense comfort.
2. Have you arranged a specific time and is it on your terms?
Independence: Your chosen routines should always be listened to and respected, allowing you a sense of freedom to enjoy daily life on your terms.
On your terms: You should always be in control, choosing your preferred time's and day's for each visit, it matters!
Dependable: Once we have this arranged your required home support, your chosen team are then dedicated to those visits, come wind rain or shine, through out the year.
3. Do you have enough time?
Home care should not be rushed and you should always be in control to make your own decisions and choices. Good home support will support you to live independently, with a sense of freedom to live your life to the full.
4. Does your home support document your unique specific details?
Keeping you safe: Your unique information should ALWAYS be written down and developed over time, it is called your Care Plan, it is a very detailed blueprint and specific guidance to provide the best home support.
Improving Well Being: Covering fundamentals like, lifestyle and preferences, medication, medical conditions and other frailties that might need supporting. It's not to be underestimated that the detail in your Care Plan is essential to both your well being and safety.
Christopher Tansley | Managing Director (Rig ht At Home Nottingham)"Great home support is living life on your own terms. It's about freedom, not a takeover! This sentiment perfectly captures the essence of what our dedicated professionals provide. They empower individuals to thrive in the comfort and familiarity of their own homes and communities, ensuring dignity and freedom are always maintained "
