There are so many things about caregivers that people don’t understand, stereotype or simply incorrectly assume. So, I thought I’ll try to change that by sharing specifically 22 things I wish people knew about dementia caregivers in 2022. #1 – Dementia is more than… It’s not quite that stereotypical picture of dementia that you imagine, […]

This is a simple guide on the benefits/discounts for someone with dementia and their carers. It’s to help you check ‘Are you getting the right financial support for dementia?’ss Form filling is a nightmare world for carers and those with dementia. So many forms can be exhausting, time-consuming, and so complicated that we either don’t

You’re probably thinking, why are you sharing your caregiver morning routine? Who cares? Well, if you’re reading this, then maybe you’re thinking about taking on a dementia caregiver role or want to understand the reality of being a caregiver. This is just a snapshot of one caregiver’s life. There are so many variations of care,

Are you having difficulty helping or getting someone to wash their hair? There are many reasons why it may be difficult to wash someone’s hair and that’s why hair washing aids are needed. This post looks at 7 hair washing aids for dementia, elderly & the disabled and we’ve tried and tested these products for

Like me, you may have struggled to get your loved one with dementia to wash their hair. So here are 10 hair washing tips for dementia caregivers that provide practical ideas on how to support your loved one with a dementia hygiene routine. Your loved one may be physically able to wash their hair but

I do believe things happen for a reason and sometimes good things come together. Things happen for a reason Mum had been unwell for a while. After the initial investigation, our GP referred us to a specialist consultant. The consultant wanted to do a biopsy to rule out cancer. Instead of going in for a

One of the hardest things you’ll face is when your loved one with dementia forgets who you are or doesn’t recognise you. I don’t care what anyone says here. It hurts, not once, but again and again until you learn to accept it. On the other side, is your loved one hopefully seeing you in