May 13, 2025 | Advice, Health
How can you spot the signs of a possible urinary tract infection and make your loved one comfortable if they have one? Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are not only unpleasant – they can be particularly serious for people living with dementia. A UTI is caused by...
May 13, 2025 | Advice, Health
A person with dementia should be encouraged to be as independent as possible for as long as possible. If the person is in the early or mid-stages of the condition, they will still want to accomplish tasks and feel valuable. Here’s why you should encourage the person...
May 8, 2025 | About Dementia, Behaviour
If your loved one with dementia seems more anxious, restless, or confused in the late afternoon or early evening, you’re not alone. This is known as sundowning and while it can be tough to deal with, there are things you can try to help. What is Sundowning? Sundowning...
Apr 18, 2025 | About Dementia, Advice
Whether it’s Easter or Christmas, holiday seasons can be stressful. Busy environments and a change of routine can be distressing for your loved one and then there’s the temptation to overindulge. Christina Collison has some useful tips on managing stress levels....
Nov 14, 2024 | About Dementia, News
Do you worry about your loved one’s safety and well-being when they go out? MedicAlert’s medical ID can help identify them and keep them safe while offering you peace of mind. When it comes to dementia care, you want to do the right thing for your loved one. While you...
Oct 21, 2024 | Featured, News, Personal stories
Inspirational 61-year-old fundraiser, Harriet Thomas, proves you’re never too old to have an adventure as she walks solo from Land’s End to John O’Groats. Christina Collison finds out more about the reasons behind her mammoth challenge. Harriet is a singer/songwriter...
Aug 27, 2024 | Financial & Planning
Ensure you and your loved one get the practical help and support you need. Here’s a quick guide to the help you may be entitled to receive. Getting help and support as a carer is essential, but where do you start, and who can help you? Here are some sources of help...
