Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s can be both deeply rewarding and profoundly challenging. Families often feel the weight of ensuring safety, meeting medical needs, and providing round-the-clock support, all while balancing their own lives and responsibilities....
Each September, World Alzheimer’s Month unites people across the globe to raise awareness and challenge the stigma surrounding Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia. This year, the campaign urges us to #AskAboutDementia, encouraging open conversations that...
For many of us, mealtimes are about far more than just nutrition, they’re moments of routine, connection, and comfort. But when a loved one is living with Alzheimer’s or dementia, these familiar daily rituals can become challenging. What was once an enjoyable time of...
If you’re considering options for a loved one living with dementia, you may be weighing up the differences between a private dementia care home and a frail care facility. While each individual’s situation is unique, there are some clear benefits that private,...
Stress is a natural response to life’s challenges, and in short bursts, it can even be beneficial. However, when stress becomes chronic i.e. lasting weeks, months, or even years, it can have significant effects on the brain. Scientists have increasingly studied how...
For someone living with Alzheimer’s or dementia, memory can become a fragile and unpredictable thing. But even as short-term recall fades, long-term memories often remain deeply rooted, waiting to be gently reawakened. One of the most powerful tools to support this...
