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How To Get Help For A Parent With Dementia?
You may have a family member or an ageing parent who has had a diagnosis of dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. But how can you get the right kind of dementia care?
How to talk to a parent about dementia
If you suspect your parent has dementia or they’ve recently been diagnosed with it, it can be difficult to know how to talk to your parent about it. Also, because dementia affects memory and the way...
How To Take Care Of Ageing Parents
Wondering how to take care of ageing parents? You’re not alone! With the overwhelming majority of older Australians choosing to remain at home in their later years, many loved ones find themselves...
Companion Card NSW: How to apply & use it for Seniors & their Carers
Getting out and about and having enjoyable experiences is one of the most important things for seniors. It’s not ideal for them to do it alone, however, research shows that having companionship...
How to Choose a Home Care Package Provider Near You
Many Australian seniors and others with physical limitations need help to continue to live independently in their own homes. Whether you need personal assistance, medication management, or domestic...
What do you do when a dementia patient refuses care?
You may know a person with some form of dementia, but what do you do if they are refusing care?
What are the benefits of companionship for seniors?
While many older adults are completely comfortable going out and doing things alone, an equal number of people prefer to have company for at least some of the time. For those who have family members...
How to Talk to Someone with Dementia?
While there are many forms of dementia, it’s a progressive illness that usually causes significant decline in a person's mental abilities or 'cognitive function' – such as our capacity for memory,...