Business Details
28 Years
experience
Award-Winning Dementia Care Homes in Somerset & Devon
At Camelot Care, we have dedicated ourselves to delivering exceptional person-centred care for over 25 years. Our expertise lies in providing specialist dementia and nursing care to elderly individuals across the South West, with a focus on compassion, dignity, and respect. Our team of highly trained professionals operates within five purpose-built homes in Somerset and Devon, ensuring residents receive tailored support in safe, stimulating environments. Recognised as an award-winning provider, we prioritise individual needs through initiatives like Life Story Books and dementia-friendly design.Our commitment to excellence is reflected in consistent positive feedback from families and residents, alongside industry accolades. We combine extensive operational experience with evidence-based practices to address the evolving challenges of dementia care. Transparency, ethical standards, and continuous staff development remain central to our approach, ensuring we maintain leadership in our field while upholding the highest levels of client satisfaction.
Services
Dementia Care
Nursing Care
Person-Centred Care
Safe Environment
Life Story Books
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in specialist dementia care.
- Our homes are purpose-built with dementia-friendly design features.
- We provide tailored care through initiatives like Life Story Books.
- Our staff receive continuous training in dementia care best practices.
- We maintain a safe, clean, and stimulating environment for residents.
What people say
Outstanding care
Highly trained staff
Safe stimulating environment
Dementia-friendly design
Personalised approach
Services
Dementia Care
Our specialist dementia care provides tailored support for residents living with cognitive decline. Using evidence-based approaches like Life Story Books and reminiscence therapy, we create individualised care plans that respect each person's history and preferences. The service operates across five purpose-built homes designed with dementia-friendly features including colour-coded layouts and secure outdoor spaces.
Nursing Care
We offer 24/7 nursing care delivered by qualified professionals specialising in elderly healthcare. Our homes incorporate modern medical technologies and maintain close partnerships with local healthcare providers to ensure residents receive comprehensive support for physical and mental health conditions alongside their dementia care.
Person-Centred Care
This approach focuses on residents' unique needs through customised care plans developed with input from families and medical professionals. We implement daily routines that reflect personal preferences while maintaining safety standards, with regular reviews to adapt to changing requirements throughout different dementia stages.
Safe Environment
Our purpose-built homes feature secure outdoor spaces, emergency call systems, and dementia-appropriate design elements. Discovery Boards and rummage boxes stimulate cognitive function while safety measures prevent wandering. All environments maintain strict hygiene standards and incorporate sensory gardens for therapeutic benefits.
Life Story Books
We create personalised Life Story Books containing photographs and personal histories to aid reminiscence therapy. These resources help staff understand residents' backgrounds and provide context for care planning, while serving as valuable tools for maintaining cognitive connections and emotional well-being.
Questions
What specialises Camelot Care in dementia support?
We focus exclusively on dementia care with purpose-built facilities, trained staff, and individualised approaches like Life Story Books developed over 25 years' experience.
How do you personalise resident care?
Through Life Story Books, custom care plans, and environment design that reflects personal preferences while maintaining safety and dignity for each resident.
Are visiting opportunities available?
Yes, we encourage family visits at any time and provide dedicated visiting areas across all our homes in Somerset and Devon.
What staff training programmes exist?
Our team receives continuous dementia care training including non-pharmacological interventions, communication techniques, and safety protocols specific to elderly care environments.
How do you handle medical emergencies?
24/7 nursing staff and established procedures ensure rapid response to medical emergencies, with direct links to local healthcare providers and hospitals.
Can residents keep personal possessions?
Yes, we encourage residents to personalise their rooms with familiar items to create comforting environments that support memory retention.
