New dementia insights in Memory Matters Weekly #17: why stigma delays care, how obesity and blood pressure raise dementia risk, and whether a finger-prick blood test could spot Alzheimer’s earlier. Published 26 January 2026 -Issue #17 3 Quick Bites: Last Week in Dementia News Stigma still blocks dementia conversations and may slow progress Read them […]
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Mam, I keep thinking about whether you were cold. It didn’t occur to me properly at the time. I thought the heating was enough. The house felt warm to me. I was moving. I was getting up. Making tea. Going to the bathroom. Doing things without thinking. You weren’t. Now I sit still for hours
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Creating a DIY rainbow mirror ball is a straightforward and enjoyable craft for seniors or loved ones with dementia. Using simple, inexpensive materials, this activity offers an engaging way to create something visually pleasing and adds a bit of sparkle to your surroundings by creating something beautiful together. This article is a step by step
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Making DIY heart painted candles is an enjoyable activity for caregivers and seniors, and those living with dementia. The craft allows for creativity and results in a lovely home decoration. You’re decorating wax with wax, which means the finished candles are safe to use and there’s no worry about fumes or added coatings. This article
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New dementia insights this week in Memory Matters Weekly #16: when medication fills care gaps, prevention strategy reform, and oral health’s link to isolation and risk. Published 18 January 2026 -Issue #16 3 Quick Bites: Last Week in Dementia News Risky medications still widely prescribed in dementia ScienceDaily • Jan 2026 • Read it here:
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New dementia insights this week in Memory Matters Weekly #15: clogged brain “drains,” disrupted body clocks, and new ways of restoring brain energy. Published Monday, 12 January 2026 -Issue #15 3 Quick Bites: Last Week in Dementia News Clogged Brain “Drains” May Signal Alzheimer’s Early ScienceDaily • 3 Jan 2026 • Read it here Story:Our
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I used to make these simple Valentine heart craft decorations with my Mum because she loved sewing. I realised most Valentine crafts involve either tiny fiddly bits, hot glue guns that burn fingers, or complicated folding that leaves everyone frustrated. This one uses felt squares, basic stitching, and stuffing, no fiddly bits! The lovely thing
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