The moment that you find out that your loved one is diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer’s, it can turn your world around. There is so much you need to learn about the illness, how to treat it, how to provide the right kind of environment that is safe and suited...
As many caregivers are aware, looking after someone with dementia in the home environment can be demanding, particularly when dementia has reached a more advanced stage. For this reason, Livewell has developed a special programme for caregivers who may feel that they...
It is quite normal for an aging loved one to forget things from time to time or even repeat stories that they’ve told you before. While these may be symptoms of getting older, how do you know that it’s not something more serious? There are some signs that you can look...
While full-time caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia can be rewarding, it can also be all-consuming. It takes its toll both mentally and physically on carers. The pandemic has also made it that much harder by isolating Alzheimer’s carers from their...
Caregivers who take care of loved ones who have dementia or a memory disorder are the most at risk of developing compassion fatigue or depression. The pandemic and lockdown has put extra pressure on everyone, and it has been deeply felt by caregivers all over the...
Taking care of an elderly loved one at home can take a heavy toll on the caregiver and the family, especially if they have dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. Due to the nature of the disease, the loved one gets progressively worse over time and needs a higher level of...
