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...

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...

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...

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...

People with dementia slowly lose cognition, and more than half of those who have it show both behavioural and psychological symptoms. They tend to withdraw from society, their family and their...

We are all familiar with the saying “you are what you eat”, meaning that your diet has a huge impact on how you feel. While that saying has been around since the 1800s, it’s only recently that we’ve...

Caring for a parent or senior loved one can take a toll on both a family caregiver and their loved ones – especially if they have been diagnosed with dementia. Choosing the right private dementia...

People living with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease need high-level and specialised care to maintain and preserve their quality of life as well as ensure their safety. Family members typically care...

Caring for a person with dementia is extremely demanding. No matter how great a caregiver you are, eventually, you’re going to need a break. Taking a break to prevent caregiver burnout and to...