The early signs of dementia are very subtle and vague and may not be immediately obvious. Early symptoms can vary from individual to individual and whilst one thinks that only memory loss is associated with dementia it is important to know what the other signs are...
Playing games in long term dementia care facilities offers residents much more than just entertainment. The impact that playing games has on the health and well-being of individuals has been well documented. Playing games provides an important source of relaxation,...
Reminiscing is an important activity for everyone. We all cherish our happy memories and enjoy talking about them. It is particularly important for those living with dementia to conduct reminiscing sessions from time to time. The process of reminiscing allows your...
Caring for your loved ones living with dementia doesn’t always have to seem like a challenge. The moment you begin by getting them involved in tasks and activities at home, you will not only notice a change in your loved one’s behaviour but it also lessens the...
It’s clear that managing one’s lifestyle whilst living with dementia is a huge challenge and often the question, “can modern technology help at all?” is often asked by family members. It’s important to give those living with the dementia an enhanced,...
Choosing to care for your parents or loved ones with dementia is a very difficult and emotional decision to make. Dementia care facilities such as Livewell offer fantastic support, care and assistance to those living with dementia but unfortunately not all families...
