Mar 10, 2025 | Dementia Education
Dementia can affect any family, no matter how healthy or happy they seem. When a loved one is diagnosed with dementia, it often feels like a rollercoaster of emotions for the whole family. While you may never fully understand the challenges your friend is facing, your...
Feb 18, 2025 | Dementia Education, Nutrition
When it comes to dementia care, a well-balanced diet plays a crucial role in supporting cognitive function, maintaining physical health, and enhancing overall well-being. At Livewell Estates, a dementia-specific aged care facility, we recognise the profound impact...
Feb 12, 2025 | Dementia Education
Complete dementia care homes go beyond providing a safe and structured environment – they focus on enhancing residents’ quality of life by fostering social connections and meaningful interactions. Research has shown that social engagement plays a critical role...
Feb 6, 2025 | Dementia Education
This article is the third in our series on The Three I’s approach to specialised dementia care at Livewell Bryanston. In our previous articles, we explored Impairment – how understanding the challenges of dementia allows us to provide personalised care and...
Feb 6, 2025 | Dementia Education
At Livewell Bryanston, we are committed to providing holistic care that supports the cognitive, emotional, social, and physical well-being of each resident. As part of this commitment, we are excited to announce the addition of Erika Richardt to our Occupational...
Feb 3, 2025 | Dementia Education
Dementia is a term used to describe a range of symptoms that impact memory, thinking, and social abilities severely enough to interfere with daily life. One of the hallmark signs of dementia is memory loss, but a crucial question remains: Do people with dementia...