There are many questions that arise when it comes to looking after our ageing loved ones once they reach the stage where they are no longer able to look after themselves. One of the most frequent, and possibly, most important questions is: “What kind of facility...
Being the spouse of someone who has dementia or Alzheimer’s disease comes part and parcel with some very complicated feelings. You fell in love with that person, made memories and had full lives together. It is extremely difficult to watch as they slowly forget who...
February is the month of love, Valentine’s Day sees many partners spending the day together reminiscing over past memories and cherishing moments they want to remember forever. Our thoughts turn to those loving partners and spouses who care for someone living with...
The moment that you find out that either you or a loved one are diagnosed with dementia, 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 to...
Just as there is no magic pill to prevent cognitive decline, no single almighty brain food can ensure a sharp brain as you age. Nutritionists emphasize that the most important strategy is to follow a healthy dietary pattern that includes a lot of fruits, vegetables,...
Managing people living with Alzheimer’s or dementia by yourself can be incredibly tough whether you are a family member, or professional carer. With the continuous research into ways to support and alleviate the symptoms of the disease, it is important for carers to...
