THE TRUTH about carer burnout
It can strike when you least expect and cause devastating consequences for you and the person you care for. Here’s why it’s so important to spot the signs of carer burnout
It can strike when you least expect and cause devastating consequences for you and the person you care for. Here’s why it’s so important to spot the signs of carer burnout
In the second part of her blog about eye health and dementia, Dr Marianne Coleman, Orthoptist and Vision Researcher, explains some of the visual difficulties people with dementia can experience
Caring for one person with dementia is hard enough – caring for two might seem impossible. Here’s a few ideas that could help
The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas is the world’s biggest exhibition of the new technology that promises to change our lives in the next few years. It’s the place where the big technology companies like Google, Apple, Amazon and Facebook unveil their latest creations to adoring fans (and sometimes biting critics) each with the hope of outdoing the others.
Being told that your partner has dementia can be incredibly upsetting, but try not to despair.
Many family carers are afraid to admit how bored they often feel, particularly if they’re stuck at home a lot with a loved one who has dementia. So what can help to make the days a bit more interesting for you? Here’s a few ways to alleviate the boredom
Feel-good music can be really beneficial for a person with Alzheimer’s or dementia. Here’s some songs and tips to inspire you.
If you’re trying to find a care home and don’t know where to start, a care broker might be just what you need, and best of all, their services are all free!
With snow and icy winter weather on the way, it’s important that your loved one with dementia is kept safe and warm. Here’s where to start…
If your mum or dad has been diagnosed with dementia you might be really scared about what the future will hold and whether you’ll be able to cope. Here’s a few ideas that might make caring for a parent with Alzheimer’s or dementia a bit easier