Why is it when you need medication for a loved one that, it always goes wrong on a Friday afternoon when you’ve got the least amount of time to get it corrected or have to wait until Monday or call out-of-hours service? You guessed it, we had an issue with trying to get medication for …
A caregiver shares her experience of promoting her mother’s engagement in social activities despite dementia. Initial obstacles included limited resources and her mother’s unfamiliarity with popular songs. However, despite doubts, they joined a local singing group and it positively impacted her mother’s mood and vitality. The caregiver emphasizes the importance of overcoming preconceptions and allowing dementia patients to experience new activities.
Struggling with gift ideas to show your appreciation to dementia caregivers, thoughtful gifts designed to provide support, comfort and relaxation? This article will hopefully spark some ideas for you to say thank you for the incredible work that caregivers of people with dementia do, and it doesn’t have to be much or cost you anything. …
It’s been a while since I last posted a personal update on this blog. Life has presented me with some unexpected challenges making it difficult to focus on anything other than being a dementia caregiver for Mum. We’re struggling, so I’m sharing the first steps of our personal journey navigating dementia and dysphagia. I felt …
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Halloween is in a few days, an exciting time for kids & families, but it can be challenging for seniors with dementia. I wanted to share some last-minute tips for Halloween for seniors with dementia to make it safe and enjoyable for you & your loved ones. Halloween can be a deeply unsettling and bewildering …
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There are so many things that I wish people knew about dementia caregivers, and the different aspects of our character. I put together my thoughts on things people need to know about dementia caregivers. I’m sure there are many more that can be added to this list! Have a read and let me know your …
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A carer is someone like me who cares for a family member, partner, child, friend or neighbour who due to physical or mental illness, disability, age-related difficulties or an addiction cannot cope without your support. Anyone can become a carer and they come from all walks of life, all cultures and can be of any …
