Specialist Services

At Age UK Isle of Wight, we are proud to have four trained dementia care navigators who provide essential support both before and after a dementia diagnosis. Our team is knowledgeable about the unique needs of individuals facing memory challenges. We also contributed to the development of the Isle of Wight Dementia Strategy in collaboration with respected organisations like Parklands and the NHS.

With this wealth of expertise, we can customise our support to meet your needs. Our care navigators work closely with the Memory Board to expedite diagnoses and enhance your overall care experience. For more information about this service, please click here.

Your support worker and your care co-ordinator can speak regularly with our dementia care navigators to gain continious insight into how best to support you.

How Your Support Worker Can Help:

• Maintain a safe and calm home environment
• Assist with household chores, including cleaning and meal preparation
• Provide support for early onset dementia and reminiscence activities

For those living with arthritis and other conditions that affect fine or gross motor skills, our support workers offer practical assistance with daily tasks that may become challenging. Our support workers can ease the challenges of everyday life, helping you maintain your independence in your own home.

We recognise that every condition is unique and can fluctuate from day to day. On good days, your support worker will encourage you to engage in the activities you want to achieve, such as cooking your own meals, while on more challenging days, they're here to take on extra tasks within your booked time with us.

Some Examples of How Your Support Worker Can Help:

• Changing your bedding on a weekly basis
• Assist with household chores that you may be finding tricky, including cleaning and meal preparation
• Peeling vegetables whilst you cook your dinner
• Accompany you on outings

Individuals with conditions such as diabetes or Crohn's disease may have specific nutritional needs. Our support workers can prepare meals according to the guidelines set by your healthcare professionals. Whether it’s batch cooking for the week or shopping for daily ingredients, we can help you manage your dietary requirements.

Please Note: While we implement meal plans based on professional recommendations, Age UK Isle of Wight does not provide nutritional advice.

Sensory impairments can significantly impact daily living. We understand that support may be needed to navigate these challenges.

Ways Your Support Worker Can Help:

• Assist with phone calls and administrative tasks
• Accompany you on outings
• Maintain a safe and clean home environment 
• Read books or materials to you

As a charity, we are committed to ensuring accessibility in our services and communications.

Life can bring unexpected changes - be it social, health-related, or financial - that affect your day-to-day living. We’re here to help you navigate these transitions, supporting your socialisation and recovery. Our support workers include assistance with outings and transportation, making it easier for you to engage with the community.

For those expecting a hospital stay or facing temporary challenges, we offer short-term support to help maintain your independence at home. Our minimum support duration is a 6-week program, providing peace of mind if you need additional help during this time.

We understand that practical support is essential for maintaining independence and managing daily tasks. Our support workers can provide reassurance and assistance, giving you and your family peace of mind.

Additionally, we offer short breaks for caregivers, allowing you the opportunity for respite while ensuring your loved one is attended to. Please note that while we provide companionship and task support, we cannot assist with toileting or medication needs.

We know how important it is for caregivers to take a break. Our support workers can allow you to step out for an hour or two while knowing that someone reliable is keeping your loved one company or helping them with daily tasks. 

This short-term support can be especially beneficial for those anticipating a hospital stay or a temporary inability to perform certain tasks.

Age UK Isle of Wight have a regular Friday afternoon Carer's Cafe that is free to attend. Click here to find out more.

Experiencing low mood can be challenging and affect daily life significantly. We understand that when you're feeling down or isolated, it may become difficult to manage household tasks, maintain a healthy diet, or keep your living space organised.

Age UK Isle of Wight's support workers can assist you in maintaining a clean and healthy home, as well as provide support against social isolation.

With our resources and other services, we may be able to offer assistance beyond our Just About You service. The award-winning Good Neighbour Scheme is a free to access service by Age UK Isle of Wight and is here for those who feel isolated and lonely. Click here to find out more.

Our service is not limited to those over 50. Age UK Isle of Wight welcomes anyone aged 18 and above who seeks support to remain independent at home. While our charity primarily focuses on those over 50, our Just About You service extends to the broader community