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Dementia Resources from our blog
How having a sense of purpose helps those with dementia
Dementia alters the path of a person’s life irrevocably, not only are their memories taken from them, but they also suffer behavioural and psychological symptoms such as anxiety and depression. As...
When is the right time to move your loved one into a dementia care facility?
Moving your loved one into a specialised dementia care facility, such as Livewell, is always a very challenging decision, even under the best of circumstances. Understanding what dementia is,...
What is the best treatment for dementia?
Unfortunately, there is no cure for dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, so if you are looking for the best treatment for a loved one that has been diagnosed with a memory illness then a dementia care...
The importance of the elderly being in a safe space during the COVID-19 pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic affects everyone on a global scale, in some way or another. However there is one group that has been especially at risk of fatal consequences if they catch the virus, and that...
How to support somebody living with dementia during winter
Winter is fast approaching and we've listed some of the challenges that winter creates for persons living with dementia, as well as ideas which can be used to address these challenges. Decreased...
Tips from a dietician – how to boost your immune system ahead of winter
As the colder months draw in, coughs, colds and the flu are quite common, which can easily spread from person to person via small droplets in the air. With a strong immune system, your body is...
Why you should consider a private care facility for your loved one with dementia
The signs for dementia, and related diseases, are not always easy to distinguish from signs of ageing. Often by the time that one realizes their aging loved one is, in fact, showing signs of a...
Personal stories from Alzheimer’s carers in South African Alzheimer’s facilities
We’re working hard to highlight the importance of specialised memory care facilities as well as the need for highly-skilled, and trained Alzheimer's carers. The level of care and training needed to...
How to practice self-care when caregiving during a lockdown
COVID-19 lockdown has impacted our lives in many ways. However, there is not enough attention being brought to lock down’s impact on our mental health or self-care. This means that we have to remind...