Mike O’Brien isn’t just a full-time unpaid carer for his parents. He’s passionate about improving the well being of carers across Wales. Over the past three years, Mike has achieved remarkable milestones as carer advocate for unpaid carers. That’s why Mike O’Brien is this month’s inspiration. Let me you tell you more about him, but […]
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What’s my name – a simple question to many, but not to someone who has dementia. Now imagine you have a care worker who comes in either first thing in the morning or later in the day to support you with personal care, and they repeatedly ask that question. What’s my name? What’s my name?
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Caregiving schedules are a great tool to have to help provide effective care and support your loved ones, particularly those with dementia. A structured routine helps you meet their needs. In this article, we will guide you through the process of creating a tailored caregiving schedule that considers the specific needs of your loved one. We’ll
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As dementia progresses, everyday tasks, especially in the kitchen, become increasingly challenging. Selecting the right kitchen appliances can greatly enhance safety and independence for loved ones with dementia. These 8 Must-Have Kitchen Appliances for Safer Cooking with Dementia can help reduce the risk of accidents and contribute to overall well-being. In this article, we’ll look
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“Nobody wants to be a dementia caregiver when they grow up” that’s the opening line of Kitty Norton’s brilliant documentary ‘Wine, Women, & Dementia’. And she’s right! I certainly never thought this would be what I’d be doing halfway through my life. I want to introduce you to & celebrate Kitty Norton as an inspiration
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Someone with dementia, especially if their mobility is limited or they struggle with confusion, fear, anxiety, may not always feel that traditional methods of hair washing are possible or comfortable, and they may refuse to have a shower at all. One solution is learning how to wash hair sitting in a chair without a sink.
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Do you worry like I do about how to truly connect with your loved one in the late stages of dementia? Whether on not you’ll be able to reach your loved one? I worry about this a lot, but this week someone who does that in their work has inspired me. Anna Park shared a
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