What to expect when a person has dementia

Dec 29, 2018 | Advice, Behaviour

Whether it’s your parent, partner or friend who has been diagnosed, it’s useful to understand how their moods may change and how the condition is likely to progress.  In early stage of the person’s dementia, you may notice memory lapses that will probably be fairly...

Telling a loved one you think they may have dementia

Dec 29, 2018 | About Dementia, Advice

You’ve noticed that a friend or loved one is having some problems and you are worried they might have dementia. How do you voice your concerns and encourage them to seek help?  How do you tell a person if you think they might have dementia? It’s not an easy...

Exercise reduces dementia risk

Dec 29, 2018 | Exercise

Reduce your dementia risk and improve your ability to manage stress by doing some regular exercise.  Most of us know that exercise is good for heart health and weight management, but it’s also good for the brain. It’s not only good for clearing your mind, helping you...

10 things every dementia carer should know

Dec 29, 2018 | About Dementia, Advice, Behaviour

Living with dementia is extremely tough and if you’ve taken care of the person and managed to look after yourself in the process, then you’ve done a great job. It’s taught me many valuable life lessons. Caring for my mum has made me more patient and less selfish, and...

Assisting a loved one with personal hygiene

Dec 29, 2018 | Advice, Behaviour

A person with dementia may lose interest in their appearance and may not wash or shower as much as they used to. You may have to prompt them to wash or dress appropriately. This can be difficult, as they may not think they need a wash, or they may want to sit around...