Tips for talking to someone with dementia and Alzheimer’s
After discovering a loved one has been diagnosed with dementia, it’s normal to not know how to approach future communication. You might worry that what’s the point when they don’t even remember you or worry that talking to them about certain things might upset them...
What services do Alzheimer’s and dementia care facilities offer?
People with dementia and Alzheimer’s require specialised care. Whilst there are many nursing homes, retirement villages and frail care options available for seniors, people living with memory loss disorders need specialised care that only an Alzheimer’s facility...
Understanding why dementia is more likely to affect women than men
Women are more likely to be diagnosed with dementia than men. Researchers initially drew a connection to the fact that women generally live longer than men. It has been discovered, however, that the increased risk of dementia in women are a result of other...
What you need to know about dementia and diabetes
While there is no proven direct link between diabetes being a direct causal factor of dementia, the number of type 2 diabetes and dementia is rising. Diagnosis of type 2 diabetes is increasing due to multiple reasons. Sugary and fatty diets, little exercise and...