Published Monday, 10 November -Issue #9 3 Quick Bites: Last Week in Dementia News 5,000 Steps a Day May Help Slow Alzheimer’s-Linked Decline Source: Financial Times / Nature Medicine (3 November 2025) • Read it here StoryA 14-year study from the Harvard Aging Brain Study, published in Nature Medicine, followed almost 300 adults aged 50–90 […]
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There’s a line in caregiving that you don’t notice until you’ve crossed it. One day you’re helping. The next you’re quietly taking over. I thought I was protecting my mum. I wanted to make life safer and easier. But in doing so, I sometimes took away small moments of independence that still belonged to her.
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Finding fun games for dementia isn’t difficult. I know I’ve been guilt of focusing activity lists on colouring or puzzles, which we love. But real game play with turns, laughter and a little friendly competition is something different and can do wonders for your mood (if you win of course!). Games help with coordination, focus,
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You might not remember who gave you that scented candle last year. But you remember your loved one’s face when they saw an old photo, or the song that made them hum along again. Those are the moments that stay. They are the reason memory gifts for dementia & caregivers can make such a difference,
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Finding the right activity gifts for dementia is not just about filling time. It is about creating moments that feel meaningful. The best presents make it easier to do real things together, like painting, music, cooking, gardening or simply remembering stories. These Amazon gift ideas for dementia activities support gentle engagement and help loved ones
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When someone you love is living with dementia, everyday life can feel noisy, confusing, or overwhelming. The right sensory gifts can soften that noise, bringing calm, comfort, and moments of connection. From gentle textures to familiar scents and sounds, these soothing sensory gift ideas for dementia support relaxation, memory, and a sense of safety. If
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Sensory and fidget gifts for dementia can make a real difference. When words become harder to find, touch can still comfort and connect. These gifts help restless hands find calm, ease anxiety, and give a sense of purpose. They work by keeping the hands busy in a soothing, safe way. A simple texture or gentle
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