Finger painting might not be the first thing you think of when you’re planning an activity for someone with dementia. It wasn’t for me either, at first. But over time, I realised just how calming and absorbing it could be. You don’t need a lot of instructions or fine motor skills, just some paint, a […]
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After my mum died, I didn’t set out to create rituals. I was just trying to get through the days without feeling like the ground had dropped away under me. Some things stuck because they made those days a little more bearable. Looking back, I realise they became my small grief rituals, just quiet things
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Tired of over-complicated dementia craft ideas? These no-sew crafts for dementia are gentle, simple, and actually work — no needles or faff needed. I’ve spent a lot of time looking into craft ideas for people living with dementia – and I’ll be honest, a lot of them sound good on paper but feel completely unrealistic
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When I think back, handling constipation in dementia care became one of the unexpected challenges when looking after my mum. It had a big impact on her quality of life. I saw it through increased restlessness, loss of appetite, and changes in her mood. Her anxiety & forgetfulness would also increase. For someone with dementia,
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What no one tells you about grieving a parent with dementia is it’s not the obvious things that can take you down. It’s almost three months since mum died and I thought I’d crumble with Mother’s days and Eid Al Fitr, our first big celebration days but by choosing not to be alone most of
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This weekend is going to be incredibly hard. It’s Mother’s day and the end of Ramadan when we’ll celebrate Eid Al-Fitr. It’s meant to be a time of love, family and celebration, but for me, it’s going to be a weekend of what I’ve lost. I’m barely holding on, dreading the next few days.
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Looking for a fun and relaxing craft? Making painted wooden coasters is a great activity for dementia care. It offers opportunities to work independently, create personalised pieces and a chance to get lost in the art you’re creating. One rainy afternoon when I was searching for new crafting ideas to use up our painting supplies.
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