Why is it when you need medication for a loved one that, it always goes wrong on a Friday afternoon when you’ve got the least amount of time to get it corrected or have to wait until Monday or call out-of-hours service? You guessed it, we had an issue with trying to get medication for […]
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A caregiver shares her experience of promoting her mother’s engagement in social activities despite dementia. Initial obstacles included limited resources and her mother’s unfamiliarity with popular songs. However, despite doubts, they joined a local singing group and it positively impacted her mother’s mood and vitality. The caregiver emphasizes the importance of overcoming preconceptions and allowing dementia patients to experience new activities.
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Struggling with gift ideas to show your appreciation to dementia caregivers, thoughtful gifts designed to provide support, comfort and relaxation? This article will hopefully spark some ideas for you to say thank you for the incredible work that caregivers of people with dementia do, and it doesn’t have to be much or cost you anything.
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We’re struggling, so I’m sharing the first steps of our personal journey navigating dementia and dysphagia. I felt compelled to write this as I’m sitting here powerless, trying to help Mum as she coughs her guts out, spluttering, crying, unable to catch her breath and feeling like she’s going to vomit. For the last few
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With Halloween just around the corner, I want to share some last-minute safety tips to ensure a spook-tacular and dementia-friendly celebration for your loved one. Halloween is an exciting time for kids & families, but it can be challenging for seniors with dementia. As a caregiver who has been through the ups and downs of
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There are so many things that I wish people knew about dementia caregivers, and the different aspects of our character. I put together my thoughts on things people need to know about dementia caregivers. I’m sure there are many more that can be added to this list! Have a read and let me know your
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A carer is someone like me who cares for a family member, partner, child, friend or neighbour who due to physical or mental illness, disability, age-related difficulties or an addiction cannot cope without your support. Anyone can become a carer and they come from all walks of life, all cultures and can be of any
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