Tony Christie records a new single for charity

Tony Christie records a new single for charity

Jul 1, 2023 | News

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...
Keep your loved one safe… and found with MedicAlert

Keep your loved one safe… and found with MedicAlert

Jun 2, 2023 | About Dementia, News

Do you care for a loved one living alone and worry about the person wandering and getting lost? A new Safe and Found program from MedicAlert could put your mind at rest. There are so many challenges when caring for a person with dementia. If your loved one lives alone...
Recognising the signs of dementia

Recognising the signs of dementia

May 19, 2023 | About 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

Feb 27, 2023 | Health, Nutrition

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

Sep 25, 2022 | About 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...
How to be a good carer

How to be a good carer

Aug 14, 2022 | About Dementia

It’s estimated that there are currently around 850,000 people living with dementia in the UK. This number is set to rise to over 1 million by 2025. Dementia is one of the biggest challenges faced by carers. It can be both rewarding and demanding and often...
Signs that my mum had dementia

Signs that my mum had dementia

Mar 25, 2022 | Behaviour

Before my mum was formally diagnosed with vascular dementia, I knew something was wrong. I could tell that she wasn’t herself. If you have noticed that a loved one isn’t their normal self lately and you fear that something could be wrong, you may find common ground in...
Why It’s So Important To Plan Ahead

Why It’s So Important To Plan Ahead

Mar 25, 2022 | Financial & Planning

Caring for a loved one with dementia is a huge challenge. You may be feeling tired, overwhelmed, fearful and exhausted. I can understand that. I experienced the same feelings when caring for my late mum who had vascular dementia. It’s true you can experience a range...