Why not all dementia care facilities provide the same level of care
When families begin searching for dementia care facilities, it is easy to assume that all options offer a similar level of support. On the surface, many facilities appear to meet basic needs such as accommodation, meals, and supervision. However, as dementia...
The relationship between oral health and dementia care
Oral health is often overlooked in dementia care, yet emerging research and clinical experience continue to highlight how closely the mouth is connected to the brain. Protecting oral health plays a vital role in preserving overall wellbeing for people living with...
Compassion in action while supporting residents through the challenges of dementia
For Vida van Heerden, compassion isn’t something you switch on when you arrive at work, it’s a way of being. Every word, gesture, and smile forms part of the care she offers the residents at Livewell Somerset West. “Showing kindness, understanding, and patience toward...
How respite care strengthens long-term care planning for people with dementia
For many families supporting a loved one with dementia, long-term care planning is something that often unfolds slowly, sometimes hesitantly, and usually with a mixture of love, worry, and uncertainty. Dementia is a progressive condition, and as care needs evolve over...