RESTORE2 Mini: Clinical Dementia Care at Home
When someone you love is living with dementia, daily support is essential, but it’s not enough. You need clinical expertise that can recognize health changes before they escalate into serious issues. At Hometouch, our dementia care specialists utilize the RESTORE2 Mini, a tool designed to identify early warning signs. This NHS-recognized assessment tool helps prevent unnecessary hospital admissions while providing effective health monitoring in the comfort of home.
What is the RESTORE2 Mini?
The RESTORE2 Mini is a clinical assessment tool developed by NHS England. It empowers caregivers to recognize early signs of health changes in home settings, focusing on identifying “soft signs” rather than waiting for more obvious symptoms.
This tool trains caregivers to observe changes in:
- Behaviour patterns and mood
- Appetite and eating habits
- Mobility and physical function
- Sleep patterns and energy levels
When concerns arise, caregivers employ structured communication methods like SBARD—Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation, Decision. This ensures healthcare professionals receive precise information for informed care decisions.
RESTORE2 vs RESTORE2 Mini: What’s the difference?
The original RESTORE2 tool was designed for trained nursing staff in care homes and includes structured physical observations, such as blood pressure monitoring, requiring medical equipment and training that isn’t practical for home care.
In contrast, RESTORE2 Mini was specifically created for home and community care, focusing on soft signs that caregivers can observe daily. Changes in appetite, mobility, mood, or behavior guide clinical decisions.
When caregivers notice these subtle changes, they communicate their observations to healthcare professionals, ensuring that your loved one receives appropriate medical attention based on clinical assessments.
Why early detection matters in dementia care
Individuals living with dementia are at heightened risk for common health issues. Conditions like infections, delirium, falls, and dehydration can develop rapidly and often present differently than in those without dementia.
Without proper training, subtle warning signs can easily be overlooked. For instance, a slight change in appetite might be dismissed as a “bad day,” but it could indicate the early stages of a urinary tract infection. Similarly, increased restlessness may be misinterpreted as dementia progression rather than developing delirium.
Hospital admissions can be particularly distressing for those living with dementia. Unfamiliar environments can heighten confusion and agitation, and the stress of hospitalization often accelerates cognitive decline. Research indicates that early intervention at home can prevent many emergency admissions, keeping your loved one safe while maintaining their quality of life.
How Hometouch uses the RESTORE2 Mini in practice
Our dementia-trained caregivers seamlessly integrate RESTORE2 Mini observations into daily care routines. This isn’t an additional task; it’s woven into natural interactions throughout the day.
“RESTORE2 Mini has been a fantastic initiative for Hometouch. A group of our carers were able to use the training they received to escalate concerns about their care recipient. This escalation prompted efficient and swift action to the GP and supported care management at home, thus preventing hospital admission,” says Dimple Chandarana, Head of Clinical Governance and Registered Manager.
Clinical expertise that makes a difference
Hometouch’s doctor-founded approach ensures that the RESTORE2 Mini is integrated within a framework of complete clinical oversight. Our clinical team combines this NHS tool with assessments tailored for individuals living with dementia.
This medical foundation allows our care plans to adapt based on clinical evidence. When caregivers observe changes, clinical expertise guides the next steps, ensuring that care decisions are informed by medical knowledge rather than assumptions.
Our ongoing clinical oversight means families receive expert guidance throughout the care journey, supporting a holistic approach that instills confidence that health monitoring meets professional standards.
Benefits for families and loved ones
The RESTORE2 Mini offers clear benefits for both the person receiving care and their families:
Maintaining independence: Early detection allows health issues to be addressed promptly, enabling your loved one to remain at home safely for longer.
Familiar surroundings: Preventing unnecessary hospital admissions keeps individuals living with dementia comfortable, benefiting their cognitive function and emotional well-being.
Care confidence: Knowing that your loved one’s caregiver recognizes early warning signs provides reassurance that health changes won’t go unnoticed.
Proactive care: Families can address health concerns early, allowing for timely intervention when it’s most effective.
What sets Hometouch apart
Our unique combination of dementia-trained caregivers and NHS-recognized clinical tools ensures expert-led care at home. While other care agencies may offer basic support, we provide clinical expertise that adapts to changing needs.
This clinical approach reflects our commitment to measurable outcomes. Utilizing tools recommended by NHS England guarantees that our care meets the highest clinical standards while maintaining the personalized attention that makes home care effective.
Our doctor-founded expertise shapes every aspect of care, from initial assessment to ongoing monitoring, ensuring that medical knowledge and nursing oversight guide all decisions.
Taking the next step
Our clinical approach using the RESTORE2 Mini is just one aspect of our expert-led dementia care at home. Clinical tools like RESTORE2 Mini work in conjunction with our personalized matching process to deliver care that keeps individuals safe while maintaining their independence.
We can explain how this clinical monitoring supports your loved one’s specific needs. Our care experts are available to provide clear guidance about what’s possible for your family.
Talk to one of our care experts about clinical monitoring at home—no pressure, just answers to your questions.
When someone you love is living with dementia, daily support is essential, but it’s not enough. You need clinical expertise that can recognize health changes before they escalate into serious issues. At Hometouch, our dementia care specialists utilize the RESTORE2 Mini, a tool designed to identify early warning signs. This NHS-recognized assessment tool helps prevent unnecessary hospital admissions while providing effective health monitoring in the comfort of home.
What is the RESTORE2 Mini?
The RESTORE2 Mini is a clinical assessment tool developed by NHS England. It empowers caregivers to recognize early signs of health changes in home settings, focusing on identifying “soft signs” rather than waiting for more obvious symptoms.
This tool trains caregivers to observe changes in:
- Behaviour patterns and mood
- Appetite and eating habits
- Mobility and physical function
- Sleep patterns and energy levels
When concerns arise, caregivers employ structured communication methods like SBARD—Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation, Decision. This ensures healthcare professionals receive precise information for informed care decisions.
RESTORE2 vs RESTORE2 Mini: What’s the difference?
The original RESTORE2 tool was designed for trained nursing staff in care homes and includes structured physical observations, such as blood pressure monitoring, requiring medical equipment and training that isn’t practical for home care.
In contrast, RESTORE2 Mini was specifically created for home and community care, focusing on soft signs that caregivers can observe daily. Changes in appetite, mobility, mood, or behavior guide clinical decisions.
When caregivers notice these subtle changes, they communicate their observations to healthcare professionals, ensuring that your loved one receives appropriate medical attention based on clinical assessments.
Why early detection matters in dementia care
Individuals living with dementia are at heightened risk for common health issues. Conditions like infections, delirium, falls, and dehydration can develop rapidly and often present differently than in those without dementia.
Without proper training, subtle warning signs can easily be overlooked. For instance, a slight change in appetite might be dismissed as a “bad day,” but it could indicate the early stages of a urinary tract infection. Similarly, increased restlessness may be misinterpreted as dementia progression rather than developing delirium.
Hospital admissions can be particularly distressing for those living with dementia. Unfamiliar environments can heighten confusion and agitation, and the stress of hospitalization often accelerates cognitive decline. Research indicates that early intervention at home can prevent many emergency admissions, keeping your loved one safe while maintaining their quality of life.
How Hometouch uses the RESTORE2 Mini in practice
Our dementia-trained caregivers seamlessly integrate RESTORE2 Mini observations into daily care routines. This isn’t an additional task; it’s woven into natural interactions throughout the day.
“RESTORE2 Mini has been a fantastic initiative for Hometouch. A group of our carers were able to use the training they received to escalate concerns about their care recipient. This escalation prompted efficient and swift action to the GP and supported care management at home, thus preventing hospital admission,” says Dimple Chandarana, Head of Clinical Governance and Registered Manager.
Clinical expertise that makes a difference
Hometouch’s doctor-founded approach ensures that the RESTORE2 Mini is integrated within a framework of complete clinical oversight. Our clinical team combines this NHS tool with assessments tailored for individuals living with dementia.
This medical foundation allows our care plans to adapt based on clinical evidence. When caregivers observe changes, clinical expertise guides the next steps, ensuring that care decisions are informed by medical knowledge rather than assumptions.
Our ongoing clinical oversight means families receive expert guidance throughout the care journey, supporting a holistic approach that instills confidence that health monitoring meets professional standards.
Benefits for families and loved ones
The RESTORE2 Mini offers clear benefits for both the person receiving care and their families:
Maintaining independence: Early detection allows health issues to be addressed promptly, enabling your loved one to remain at home safely for longer.
Familiar surroundings: Preventing unnecessary hospital admissions keeps individuals living with dementia comfortable, benefiting their cognitive function and emotional well-being.
Care confidence: Knowing that your loved one’s caregiver recognizes early warning signs provides reassurance that health changes won’t go unnoticed.
Proactive care: Families can address health concerns early, allowing for timely intervention when it’s most effective.
What sets Hometouch apart
Our unique combination of dementia-trained caregivers and NHS-recognized clinical tools ensures expert-led care at home. While other care agencies may offer basic support, we provide clinical expertise that adapts to changing needs.
This clinical approach reflects our commitment to measurable outcomes. Utilizing tools recommended by NHS England guarantees that our care meets the highest clinical standards while maintaining the personalized attention that makes home care effective.
Our doctor-founded expertise shapes every aspect of care, from initial assessment to ongoing monitoring, ensuring that medical knowledge and nursing oversight guide all decisions.
Taking the next step
Our clinical approach using the RESTORE2 Mini is just one aspect of our expert-led dementia care at home. Clinical tools like RESTORE2 Mini work in conjunction with our personalized matching process to deliver care that keeps individuals safe while maintaining their independence.
We can explain how this clinical monitoring supports your loved one’s specific needs. Our care experts are available to provide clear guidance about what’s possible for your family.
Talk to one of our care experts about clinical monitoring at home—no pressure, just answers to your questions.
