7 behavioural facts about dementia

7 behavioural facts about dementia

The more you understand about dementia the better placed you will be to provide the best possible care. Here are 7 key facts about how dementia affects behaviour… The person can lose track of time A person with dementia can lose track of time and their judgement of...
Persuading a loved one to accept help

Persuading a loved one to accept help

There is a recurring theme among carers when it comes to the reason why many don’t seek help. ‘I’d love to get help looking after my mum/dad/partner, but they won’t let anyone else except me take care of them.’ I’ve heard this said many times and I faced the same...
The reality of dementia

The reality of dementia

Carer Leanne Gibson has quit her job to look after her nan and has written about the impact of being a dementia carer. Imagine losing someone you love more than anything in the world. Imagine losing someone you love but who physically is still here. Imagine having to...
Dementia and bereavement

Dementia and bereavement

When it comes to looking after a person with dementia, I have always felt there are three main issues you have to come to terms with. Firstly, you have to make sure your loved one is safe and well in the present. You also have to think about the future and what care...