Christmas is a time of joy, celebrations, and being with family but it can be challenging for families caring for loved ones with dementia. You might want to make your home festive, but worry about how to make the space safe, enjoyable for your loved one with dementia. This article looks at ways to create […]
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The smell of freshly baked cakes or bread is just amazing, and they bring back so many great memories of cooking with family & friends. So why not create new baking memories with your loved living with dementia that taste great but also spark cherished memories for you both. So here’s a collection of sweet
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The moment hit me hard, watching my mum with Alzheimer’s moaning in her sleep. She kept waking slightly, opening her eyes, looking at me, muttering things I couldn’t make out, struggling to cough. I just wanted to comfort her, say the right words to help her but that’s when I realised that my love feels
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Turns out, being a carer isn’t just about doctor’s appointments and medication schedules like I once thought. Whatever type of carer, caregiver, or care partner you are, you quickly realise it’s so much more than that. No one prepares you for the emotional marathon of caring—or for the rights that could help lighten the load.
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Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia around the world, it’s the one that everyone’s heard of, and often mistakenly seen as the same as dementia. People often use the term A’s of Alzheimer’s disease to talk about the various symptoms. In this article, we’ll look at the 7 A’s of Alzheimer’s disease,
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Looking for dementia friendly gifts? Why not try a thoughtful themed gift basket that can bring comfort and joy for your loved one? You can curate the perfect gift for a loved one with dementia. Create your own or buy them ready made, these gift basket ideas for loved one with dementia are great gifts
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Caring for a parent with dementia changes family relationships, but it doesn’t have to damage them. It can sometimes bring siblings closer but it can also create rifts and lead to tensions. This article looks at how to navigate sibling tensions, to try to reduce miscommunication & resentments. It’s ok to disagree with siblings, but
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