Why didn’t I speak up? “Please stop, look at all that blood. That’s trauma!” That’s all I needed to say, but I stayed silent for far too long. What the hell happened to me? Why didn’t I speak up for mum when I should’ve done? I knew something was wrong, but I held my tongue, stressed, […]

Have you used the Admiral Nurse Helpline? If you’re facing the challenges of dementia and feeling overwhelmed and in need of guidance and support, then the Admiral Nurse helpline is an easily accessible resource available to people living with dementia, caregivers and their families.  The Admiral Nurse Helpline is a nurse-led helpline that specialises in

Sometimes dementia caregivers need others to understand how important we really are to our loved ones, to families and to society. Please have a read of 24 Eye-Opening Truths About Being a Dementia Caregiver. We’re more than you think! #1 – We’re Inspiring! Dementia caregivers can inspire others through their dedication, compassion, and resilience. By

You’ll know Ramadan as a time of fasting for Muslims, but it is more than that. It’s about family, community, faith, giving back, learning, and being thankful. However, caring for a loved one with dementia during Ramadan can be challenging. Ramadan is one of the five pillars of Islam. It’s the holiest month lasting thirty

When caring for someone with dementia, it’s important to anticipate and, if possible, prepare for the repetitive questions that may arise. This article focuses on giving you 12 dementia repetitive questions and suggested responses to answer questions such as below. Learn the things to look out for – identifying root causes, how to handle underlying

It’s challenging to respond to the same question over and over again. The constant repetition can be mentally and emotionally draining. That’s why it’s important as dementia caregivers to build up strategies for handling repetitive questions in dementia care. In this article, we’ll be looking in depth at how to handle repetitive questions in a compassionate