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Timing is everything when looking for care
Nobody wants to move into a care home or welcome carers into their own home. That is just the way it is! Therefore, we will all put off looking for care for as long as we can and hope the crisis never comes. Whereas this in some ways sensible, nobody should start care...
When should someone with dementia go into a care home?
Deciding that you need some additional help is only the first part of a difficult and emotional journey. The next step is deciding what type of care is appropriate and then ultimately who will supply it. Before you can decide on which is the best home care supplier or...
Dementia Garden
Enjoying your garden when living with dementia It is perfectly possible to continue to enjoy your garden whilst living with dementia. In fact gardens may become even more positive and more important as your journey progresses. Gardens are great for people living with...
Memory Loss Test
How do you test for memory loss? Testing for memory loss is becoming more and more important. Families and friends and even individuals themselves now want to know if they should be worried. Losing your memory is a real worry today and this article may be able to...
Respite care or permanent care?
Respite care is temporary care for older people in a Care Home or Care Home with Nursing. Often when people look for care they are confused whether respite care or permanent care is right for them. Most care homes provide this type of service although you will need...
An Introduction to Dementia
An introduction to dementia We all know that the population is aging and that more and more older people now live with dementia. If you work in health care there is a good chance you already know a fair amount about dementia. However, if you are a loved one of...
Hot Weather Tips for Older People
Keeping older people safe in the hot weather is everybody’s job. If you are an older person or you have a loved one or a neighbour that is an older person they may be more vulnerable and more at risk and should be supported. This might mean popping round more often or...
Dementia Friendly Flooring
As people get older and frailer they become more likely to experience a fall and sustain an injury. This risk is even more pronounced with people living with dementia. Like everything else, there are things you can do to lessen the risk and a few simple changes you...
