What the DWP is doing to unpaid carers is abhorrent. They are punishing the very people that the government relies on caring for loved ones 24/7 for a fraction of the cost that the government would need to fork out in social care. Don’t know what I’m talking about? Let’s talk about Carer’s Allowance overpayments! Just […]
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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,
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I never thought that when I gave up work to look after my mum with Alzheimer’s disease that I’d end up being a nurse and a daughter caring for her. I had all those stupid stereotypical images of what dementia meant in my head. I always thought of it as memory loss and I’d be
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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
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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
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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
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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
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