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...
Feb 17, 2023 | About Dementia, Advice, Behaviour
While it can be challenging and emotionally taxing to have conversations with someone who has dementia, it is important to know what not to say to ensure comfort and respect. Here are a few key things not to say when talking to someone with dementia. “Do you remember...
Sep 25, 2022 | About Dementia, Advice
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...
Sep 6, 2022 | About Dementia, Advice, Behaviour
A person with dementia can be subject to mood swings, including anger and aggression. It’s stressful and upsetting for the person and their carer. Here’s why it can happen and what you can do to cope… We often tend to think of dementia as an elderly person’s...
Aug 5, 2021 | About Dementia, Advice
Otiom is a revolutionary device that gives reassurance to carers, as well as offering greater freedom for people with dementia. Read on to find out more. If you care for a loved one who is in the early stages of dementia, you will no doubt have numerous concerns. As...
Aug 4, 2021 | About Dementia, Advice
The more you understand about dementia the better placed you are to provide the best care for your loved one. Christina Neal reveals six key things she wished she knew about dementia when her mum was first diagnosed. 1. Dementia is about much more than losing your...