Aug 26, 2024 | Financial & Planning, Health
If your loved one has recently been diagnosed with dementia, it’s worth talking to them about making an advance decision. Also known as an advance directive, an advance decision is a legally binding document that outlines which medical treatments the person with...
Jul 25, 2024 | Health, Nutrition
Should you give your loved one a glass of wine if they ask for it? Or is alcohol unwise for a person with dementia? It’s a complex subject, as it depends on the individual and their medication, says Christina Collison. Here’s what you need to know… If you’re...
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,...
Jun 21, 2020 | About Dementia, Advice, Health
Getting a loved one to remember to take their pills, or to agree to take them for that matter, can be a huge challenge when a person has dementia. Fortunately, there are solutions – including tactics you can use that may help – and a pill dispenser may also be a good...
Jul 3, 2018 | Advice, Health
Keeping your mind active, by maintaining a focus in life, is an important way to boost cognitive function. We chat with Richard Howeson, owner of uTalk (utalk.com/en), about why this is so vital. When it comes to lowering your risk of developing dementia, regular...
