Maintaining the health of a person with dementia

Jun 6, 2018 | Advice, Health

Looking at the bigger picture of a person with dementia’s health is important. Hayley Cantrell, manager of Foxearth Lodge Nursing Home (https://www.foxearthlodge.co.uk), explains how to take care of a loved one.  If a loved one is living with a diagnosis of dementia,...

‘Socialising is so important’

Jun 4, 2018 | Advice, Health

Social contact is crucial for the emotional wellbeing of a person with dementia. Business owner Monica Bradley explains why she made a point of ensuring her mum had a varied social schedule…  I cared for my late mum, Agnes, who had dementia until she passed away in...

A healthy carer is a good carer

May 29, 2018 | Advice

If you don’t take care of yourself you won’t be able to care for your loved one. Helen Drain, Dementia Trainer & Deputy Training Team Leader at Christies Care (christiescare.com) explains why you need to look after yourself…  If you’re caring for a loved one...

‘People skills are so important’

May 29, 2018 | Advice

Dr Zaid Aldin, a consultant vascular specialist who runs Harley Street Vein Clinic in London, explains why he believes good patient care has similarities to looking after a loved one with dementia.  I am fortunate enough to not have a personal connection to dementia,...

Driving with dementia

May 27, 2018 | Advice

A diagnosis of dementia doesn’t necessarily mean a person must stop driving, but they must inform the DVLA straight away. Christina Neal has more information  Being diagnosed with a form of dementia doesn’t necessarily mean your loved one must stop driving straight...

Free guide to coping with challenging behaviour

May 19, 2018 | Advice, Behaviour, Featured

I know from personal experience that caring for a loved one with dementia is a huge challenge. Dementia affects moods, behaviour and judgement – not just memory. This can mean the person you care for may become angry, upset or confused. But there are strategies you...