Certain changes to both our minds and bodies are a normal part of ageing - from slower reflexes to aching joints, to reduced mobility, and even some memory loss. In many ways, normal ageing can look...
The Best Dementia Books for Caregivers
There’s a common misconception about dementia, that it means a low quality of life for sufferers. Nothing could be further from the truth. In fact, thanks to some wonderful dementia books for...
Getting Power Of Attorney For A Parent Or Spouse With Dementia
Making legal, financial, and healthcare decisions is something that we all take for granted, as far as being able to make them ourselves. However, if your loved one has received a diagnosis of...
Challenges of Caring for Someone with Dementia
Receiving a dementia diagnosis, although challenging for the person being diagnosed, is also often just as overwhelming for their loved ones. If your loved one has recently been diagnosed with...
How A Dementia Care Plan Can Help Your Loved One
A dementia diagnosis can seem like the end of the world for many. And it’s no surprise, given all the horror stories we’ve heard, and the way dementia is portrayed in the media today. Thankfully,...
What causes dementia: Debunking myths and facts
There is a lot of mystery surrounding dementia, despite the medical field having come a long way in discovering dementia causes, symptoms, and treatment options in recent years.
Nursing Home Alternatives for Seniors with Dementia
Receiving a diagnosis of dementia can be devastating for the person being diagnosed as well as their loved ones. However, much of this devastation is a result of a lack of knowledge around the care...
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...