Driving with dementia

May 27, 2018 | Advice

A diagnosis of dementia doesn’t necessarily mean a person must stop driving, but they must inform the DVLA straight away. Christina Neal has more information  Being diagnosed with a form of dementia doesn’t necessarily mean your loved one must stop driving straight...

Free guide to coping with challenging behaviour

May 19, 2018 | Advice, Behaviour, Featured

I know from personal experience that caring for a loved one with dementia is a huge challenge. Dementia affects moods, behaviour and judgement – not just memory. This can mean the person you care for may become angry, upset or confused. But there are strategies you...

How to be a good carer

May 15, 2018 | Advice

Helen Drain, dementia trainer & deputy training team leader at Christies Care (christiescare.com), reveals her top tips on caring for a loved one with dementia…  Distract and deflect If the person with dementia is becoming agitated or angry, or they snap at you,...

Dementia and exercise

May 14, 2018 | Health

Helen Drain, dementia trainer & deputy training team leader at Christies Care (christiescare.com), talks about the benefits of exercise for a person with dementia… Taking part in regular physical exercise is thought to reduce the risk of developing dementia and it...

Fish consumption reduces dementia risk

May 14, 2018 | Health, News, Nutrition

An international study by scientists in the China, the UK and USA has found that people who consume little or no fish have an increased risk of dementia.  The study of nearly 7,000 participants aged over 60 in six provinces in China reveals that people who consumed...