‘I juggled my business with caring for mum’
Businesswoman Monica Bradley had to juggle long hours at work running her own company with caring for her mother, Agnes. Here’s her story… I’m used to hard work. I built a successful mortgage broker’s business from scratch. I have been self-employed for 30...Why Dementia Help was launched
Dementia Help is a year old today. Founder and co-director Christina Neal talks about the inspiration behind its launch and why she felt she had something to say. Dementia Help was a random idea that came to me in December 2016 while I was in the gym. It was six...
Teamwork is essential
It makes me very sad when I read about ‘lone carers’, writes Jill Eckersley. Good care requires teamwork and no-one should be left to cope alone. When my Dad died in 2014 I knew that Mum, who had been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, wouldn’t be able to manage. They lived...
Coping with financial abuse
Having dementia puts a person at greater risk of being exploited financially. Christina Neal explains the importance of keeping an eye on a person’s finances. It’s a sad fact that a person with dementia is at greater risk of being exploited by those who are...
Improving the eating habits of a person with dementia
A person with dementia may develop erratic eating patterns, with an increased need for sugary foods. You may find they develop a sweet tooth they never had before. They may also find it harder than usual to eat normal sized meals, so you may need to give them...
Choosing a good care home
Choosing the right care home for a loved one can feel like a monumental task. There’s a lot to think about and consider. You want to be sure you’ve made the right choice so that your loved one can settle in as swiftly as possible and receive the...
What is vascular dementia?
Vascular dementia is caused by a stroke or series of mini-strokes that affects blood supply to the brain. It may be less likely to be genetic than some other forms of dementia, though more research in this area is needed. Studies show conflicting results. Your...Products for people who care
Julie Foster reveals how her experiences as a carer became the inspiration behind her new product range, Aromapersonal As a busy and successful working mother, Julie Foster’s life was turned upside down when a close family member suddenly became seriously ill,...