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....

It is not an easy decision to make when the time comes for you to move an aging loved one into a care facility. There are so many aspects to consider and your options can often overwhelm or confuse...

Discovering that your loved one has been diagnosed with dementia can be quite an emotional time and it definitely takes its toll on everyone; from the individual diagnosed to the family. However,...

Rose Polkey is a dementia coach and counsellor. Through her experience of dementia in those closest to her and by working with experts in the field, she has collected a wealth of information on best...

“I’m waiting for my parents to come and visit me, I’m sure they’ll be here soon,” says a woman in her late 80s, eagerly craning her neck to get a better view of the door. Those caring for people...

Alice Ashwell is a life coach, educator and facilitator, who offers individual and group coaching, Nature connection experiences, and workshop facilitation. Her love of Nature and her personal and...

Driving has become a routine part in adult life for many people; it is a symbol of independence. However, the quick reaction and concentration needed for safe driving decreases with age and being...

Dementia is a complex topic as it affects each person differently. When many people hear the term dementia, they instantly think "not me" but the worldwide prevalence of dementia currently...

It is often found that communication falls to the wayside when a person is diagnosed with Dementia. Expressing and understanding language becomes difficult, frustrating and in some instances...