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A 15 year old designs a wearable device to keep those living with dementia safe
People with Alzheimer’s have a tendency to wander. Left alone for a while, they may get up and walk around aimlessly,...
Livewell’s Annual Dementia Support Conference
Livewell recently hosted our long awaited and anticipated dementia conference. This year’s conference was focused on...
Tips to keep your home safe when caregiving for someone with dementia
When you are caring for people with dementia, you sometimes need to encourage them to be independent but at the same...
Spring-Related Activities for People with Dementia
Spring is finally here, and that means warmer weather has begun! Let’s hope it’s here to stay! After a cold winter, a...
Getting Post Diagnostic Support (PDS) right for people with dementia
Improved post-diagnostic information and support is recognised in Scotland’s National Dementia Strategy as one of two...
Dementia and Nutrition
We had the privilege of having Amanda I’ons (Registered dietician) at our Somerset West support group on the 26th of...
Providing emotional support to your loved one living with dementia
At times, we get so fixated on the diagnosis that we tend to forget about the emotional wellbeing of the person with...
Thoughts Around Room Size for Persons with Dementia
At a recent dementia support group there was a general feeling that more loved ones with Dementia preferred a...
Keeping your loved one living with Dementia safe: Review of Trackimo Devices
We were fortunate to have Lizzie Booth join us at our Somerset West support group recently. Lizzie works for Trackimo...
Partners in Care: Communication between Families and Facilities
Communication is a complicated and sensitive matter, especially when it involves a vulnerable person with a diagnosis...
Joining dementia support groups are beneficial to you and your family
If you have a loved one who has recently been diagnosed with dementia, we understand that it is an emotional change to...
The Luxury that our Bryanston Village has to Offer
Quality of Life for our residents whilst providing world class dementia care has always been the priority for...