Jun 11, 2018 | Dementia Education
For someone with dementia, going on holiday or travelling to a new environment can be difficult and confusing. Travelling companions may also find it hard to relax while providing support to a friend or loved one. In this post, our friends over at Alzheimers UK has...
May 30, 2018 | Dementia Education
It’s a very sad situation, but nobody wants to be told that their family member has dementia. It’s a disease not often understood and the stigma around it makes it very hard for people to accept. Many friends and family may deny the diagnosis, particularly...
May 30, 2018 | Dementia Education
With cold weather in the forecast, it’s important that your loved one with dementia is kept safe and warm. For someone with dementia, taking special care during the colder months don’t always come naturally. They may struggle to find their winter clothing, turn on the...
May 15, 2018 | Dementia Education
While dementia, a syndrome associated with a decline in memory and or other thinking skills, can be challenging for all involved including caregivers, there is a great deal that can be done to support and stimulate a loved one who has, or is developing, this...
May 7, 2018 | Dementia Education
Dementia, a condition associated with a decline in cognitive or mental functioning that occurs particularly in the elderly, can be bewildering and exceptionally challenging to deal with, not just for the individual concerned, but also for their families and loved...
Apr 22, 2018 | Caregiver Support, Dementia Education
Very few people outside of the healthcare industry would have answered “caregiver,” when asked their dream career. It isn’t an option on the recommended career list or a career openly spoken about. Yet most caregivers serve out of love and respect. Few realize just...