Is it OK for a person with dementia to drink alcohol?

Is it OK for a person with dementia to drink alcohol?

Should you give your loved one a glass of wine if they ask for it? Or is alcohol unwise for a person with dementia? It’s a complex subject, as it depends on the individual and their medication, says Christina Collison. Here’s what you need to know… If you’re...
Dementia Help Wins Prestigious Social Care Award

Dementia Help Wins Prestigious Social Care Award

Dementia Help has been honoured with the Most Trusted Dementia Support Platform 2024 – UK at the Global Health & Pharma’s Social Care Awards 2024. This prestigious award recognises the incredible work done in the social care sector and highlights the true...
Tony Christie records a new single for charity

Tony Christie records a new single for charity

Singer Tony Christie, who was diagnosed with dementia in January, remains positive about his future and has even recorded a charity single to raise awareness The song Thank You for Being a Friend – re-recorded by singing legend Tony Christie, who announced in January...
Recognising the signs of dementia

Recognising the signs of dementia

Our Founder and Editor Christina Neal writes about the day she realised her mum’s forgetfulness and confusion were signs of dementia When my mum was diagnosed with dementia, I knew very little about the disease and had only associated it with memory loss, which is...
Dementia and eating problems

Dementia and eating problems

Ensuring a person with dementia eats a balanced diet can be a challenge. Here are some common issues that may occur and how to deal with them. Cravings for sweet foods can increase It’s common for a person with dementia to consume excessive amounts of sweets,...
5 Key Symptoms of Dementia

5 Key Symptoms of Dementia

Dementia is a broad term used to describe a decline in mental ability. This can include problems with memory, language, problem-solving, and decision-making. Dementia affects people of all ages but is most common in older adults. While there is no one-size-fits-all...