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A daughter speaks about the psychological and emotional impact of dementia
Dementia’s early symptoms are subtle and ambiguous, and they may not be noticeable right away. Having a loved one...
Frail care at home vs a specialised care facility
The main purpose of frail care is to take care of your elderly loved ones. As a person ages, their care habits can...
Women living with dementia share what womanhood means to them
"I like it when people remember that I'm a person, not just a person with Alzheimer's."-.Sally Hepworth Today, on...
Why women are more affected by dementia than men
While this might not be obvious initially, research has shown that more women develop dementia in their lifetimes than...
Dementia care support groups in South Africa
Families with loved ones affected by dementia understand how challenging it can be to look after them and provide the...
Are nursing homes equipped for someone with dementia?
When a loved one is unable to look after themselves and needs additional care, it is natural to start thinking of...
What activities should residents expect from dementia care homes?
It’s important to know that behaviour issues, depression, anxiety and many other symptoms associated with dementia can...
Residents in a dementia care facility benefit from family visits
Visiting your loved ones who are living with dementia, especially in a long-term dementia care facility, can elicit...
Private frail care at Livewell Estates
Families requiring private frail care for an elderly loved one are encouraged to visit Livewell Estates. Our estates...
Dementia care options when your loved one can no longer live safely on their own
Your loved one with dementia might reach a point where they can no longer take care of themselves and have the same...
Dementia care therapies to promote cognitive stimulation
Cognitive stimulation is a dementia intervention that provides a variety of fun activities that stimulate general...
Are you looking for the best dementia care homes South Africa?
When a loved one is diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer's, many families opt for at-home caregiving but as the...