Is Alzheimer’s disease genetic?

Oct 20, 2018 | About Dementia

Are you worried about developing Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia in the future? If you are caring for a parent or other relative with dementia, you’ll see first-hand how devastating the condition can be. So it’s natural that, from time to time, you may feel...

Dementia and SAD: How to spot and manage the symptoms

Sep 29, 2018 | Behaviour

Would you know if the person you’re caring for is suffering from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)? Angelina Manzano reveals how to spot and ease the symptoms.  As the dark nights draw in, it can often spark a case of the winter blues. However for people who suffer...

A sociable game

Sep 28, 2018 | Behaviour

Call-to-Mind is a fun and interactive game that combats boredom and promotes connections for those living with dementia. We spoke to founder, Laura Templeton, about its positive impact  ‘The concept of Call-to-Mind was actually formed more than 25 years ago, by...

What to do when the person can no longer live alone

Sep 28, 2018 | Financial & Planning

Christina Neal recalls the day she realised her mum could no longer live alone and has advice on what to do if you’re in a similar situation with your loved one I remember the day well. It was 10pm and I decided to give my mum another call before she went to...

8 essential tips for carers

Sep 28, 2018 | Advice

Dementia Help founder and former carer Christina Neal has these top tips for carers on how to cope with caring for a loved one… Get to know dementia Get to know dementia. Understand how the disease affects your loved one. The more you know the better placed you will...