‘Sometimes it’s the simplest adjustments that make the biggest difference.’ – Gerry McMurdie
In this latest episode of The Care Social, Barry Price is joined by QCS Dementia Specialist Gerry McMurdie to explore a topic often overlooked: the impact of sensory loss on people living with dementia.
Together, they unpack how sight and hearing loss can make communication harder, increase the risk of falls, and lead to emotional withdrawal. Drawing from real frontline experience, they share practical tips that can make a big difference – from improving lighting and reducing background noise to checking that glasses and hearing aids are clean and working.
They also discuss how early recognition of sensory changes, regular assessments, and simple tech solutions can help care teams support people to stay safe, connected and confident in daily life.
Tune in to hear why recognising and responding to sensory loss is key to providing great dementia care.
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