Dementia

Fifty percent of people with dementia also suffer from depression (Alzheimer’s Society). This figure is likely to be much higher during the Coronavirus pandemic where isolation, disrupted routines and increased…

You may have heard of Five Ways to Wellbeing. Developed by the New Economics Foundation, it is a guide to actions we can all take to improve our physical and…

When we are caring for people living with dementia, we try our best to understand what they might be going through. As we get to know them, we start to…

It’s no surprise that losing the ability to communicate effectively can be one of the most frustrating and difficult problems for people with dementia and the people who care for…

  I recently read a social care report about the increasing use of robotic technology in health care. The report highlighted that people with dementia found Alexa’s voice confusing and…

What is it? Reminiscence is a treatment that uses all our senses, sight, touch, taste, smell and sound, to help people with dementia remember and share memories, events, experiences and…

    “Just living is not enough… one must have sunshine, freedom, and a little flower.” Hans Christian Andersen I’ve been enjoying some R&R in the garden this weekend, listening…

  Imagine this scenario: You wake up and you’re not quite sure where you are. Your room looks sort of familiar and a nice lady brought you some breakfast and…