Balanced Care Method™

The Cognitive Therapeutics Method is a brain health program developed by researchers at Home Care Assistance and can be thought of as an extension of the Balanced Care Method™. The Home Care Assistance Central Coast program aims to improve quality of life through a holistic approach incorporating positive lifestyle improvements and personalised activities that engage the main cognitive domains of the brain.

It is more than just targeted memory activities.  Our Cognitive Therapeutics Method engages other cognitive functions including the executive functioning, attention, language, and visual spatial domains. This approach goes hand-in-hand with the key lifestyle improvements underpinning our Balanced Care Method™ including physical activity, social engagement, diet and more. The Cognitive Therapeutics Method approach is based on scientific research pointing to non- pharmacological activity and lifestyle intervention as an effective way to promote long-term brain health and was developed by a research team led by a neuropsychologist.

The Cognitive Therapeutics Method is a complement to our Balanced Care Method™ and is a key part of our multi-pronged approach to healthy ageing, specifically focused on the brain. At Home Care Assistance Central Coast, we believe in extending healthy years and work with individuals ageing in place to help them achieve health and meaningfulness in longevity. Read below to get an understanding of how it has helped one of our families:

“Last year my mum fell and received a new diagnosis of dementia in addition to her mild Alzheimer’s disease. She required a Care Worker while I worked but had multiple problems with those sent to us by various agencies because of her dementia diagnosis. Day programs were too lengthy and boring for her. After further enquiries, I called Home Care Assistance. In addition to Care Workers, they also have a division devoted to The Cognitive Therapeutics Method. My mother was interviewed as to her interests and abilities and matched to a therapist (whom they call interventionists) who developed a program especially for her. She enjoys the stimulating puzzles and word games, in addition to music and physical exercise. This service has been a godsend for both her and me. She is calm and content when I return home from work. I have not had calls at work from emergency workers to intervene with my mum’s behaviour. She accepted the interventionist from the start and works with her without problems. These people are true professionals, and I cannot thank them enough for being able to handle her care while I am at work.”