Signs that my mum had dementia

Signs that my mum had dementia

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...
How to be a good carer

How to be a good carer

Despite your good intentions to do your best for your loved one, it can be a real challenge to be a good carer unless you understand dementia and how it affects the person. Here are some tips on how to be the best possible carer you can be… Understand the symptoms of...
7 behavioural facts about dementia

7 behavioural facts about dementia

The more you understand about dementia the better placed you will be to provide the best possible care. Here are 7 key facts about how dementia affects behaviour… The person can lose track of time A person with dementia can lose track of time and their judgement of...
How to cope with anger in a person with dementia

How to cope with anger in a person with dementia

Dementia can increase a person’s frustration and cause mood swings. This is partly because daily tasks are tougher to complete. Regularly losing a purse, keys or other personal items can frustrate the person and lead them to lose their temper, especially if they have...