Dementia & Alzheimer’s: Safe ICU‑Level Home Care in Gurgaon
Dementia & Alzheimer’s: Safe Care with ICU Supervision at Home – Gurgaon 2025 Guide
Updated July 2025 | Author: AtHomeCare Clinical Team
Memory loss is painful — hospital corridors make it worse. In Gurgaon, more families are moving advanced dementia & Alzheimer’s care from hospital wards to their own bedrooms, using AtHomeCare’s ICU‑at‑Home platform. This guide (≈6 400 words) covers medical, behavioural, safety and cost aspects to help you decide.
1 | What Dementia & Alzheimer’s Do to Brain and Body
Dementia is a syndrome of memory loss and cognitive decline; Alzheimer’s is its most common cause. Complications in late stages include:
- Falls & fractures (loss of balance)
- Swallowing failure → aspiration pneumonia
- Agitation & night‑time wandering
- Incontinence, pressure sores, infections
Hospital ICUs can treat crises, but constant relocation worsens confusion. A home ICU combines hospital‑grade monitoring with the comfort of familiar surroundings.
2 | Signs It’s Time for ICU‑Supervised Home Care
- Frequent aspiration or choking episodes (needs suction + oxygen)
- SpO2 swings < 92 % during agitation
- High fall risk + fractures → needs hospital‑grade bed
- Psychosis requiring 1:1 nurse for safety restraints
- Family burnout; nights without trained attendant
3 | Equipment We Install in 4–6 hrs (Gurgaon Sectors 1–70)
| Device | Purpose in Dementia Care |
|---|---|
| O2 Concentrator 5 L | Prevents hypoxia during aspiration / infections |
| Portable Suction | Clears oral secretions after choking |
| Multipara Monitor | Tracks BP, pulse, SpO2, ECG; alarms to nurse |
| Hospital Bed (5‑function) | Safely positions patient; built‑in side rails to stop falls |
| Anti‑decubitus Air Mattress | Stops bedsores when immobile |
| Video Baby‑Cam | Caregiver can watch from another room |
Need single items? Visit our Medical Equipment Rental page →
4 | Nursing & Behaviour Protocols (ICU + Memory Care)
- Hourly orientation cue (“It’s Tuesday 10 am, you’re at home”).
- Bed‑alarm + soft restraints for night wandering.
- 24‑hr charting of vitals + Glasgow Coma Scale variant for dementia.
- Non‑pharma agitation toolkit: weighted blanket, aromatherapy, soft lighting.
- Medication: Rivastigmine, Donepezil, Memantine timed & recorded.
See our Home Nursing Services → for 12‑hr / 24‑hr plans.
5 | Cognitive Stimulation & Physiotherapy at Home
Brain activity slows decline. Our therapists design:
- Reminiscence sessions using family photos
- Music & rhythm therapy to reduce anxiety
- Hand‑eye puzzles and memory cards
- Gentle chair yoga & balance drills
Book demos on our Physiotherapy at Home page →
6 | Nutrition & Dysphagia Management
Our dietitians create pureed, high‑protein meals; nurses use FEES guidelines (FEES) to upgrade from NG tube to soft solids safely.
8 | Gurgaon Success Stories
9 | Legal & CSR Aid for Gurgaon Families
- Senior Citizen Maintenance Tribunal (Mini Secretariat) — free legal help for neglect cases.
- Haryana CSR Cell grants up to ₹50 000 for home safety rails.
10 | FAQ – Dementia Home ICU in Gurgaon
Is physical restraint legal at home?
Yes, if prescribed by a doctor for patient & caregiver safety. We use soft restraints & document every hour.
Do you cover New Gurgaon?
Yes. Sectors 80‑95, Dwarka Expressway & IMT Manesar within 6‑hour install window.
How long can we rent equipment?
Daily, weekly, or monthly. Long‑term plans get 15 % discount.
Book a Free Dementia Safety Audit
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Within 30 min our care coordinator will guide equipment, nurse & therapy options customised to your sector.