36 top tips from dementia carers
Sharing tips with others on the dementia journey can be incredibly useful. Here’s some of the best tips we’ve received – but please send us more!
How to help people with sight loss and dementia
There are various factors that may affect the way someone with dementia manages or interprets visual information. We asked Vicky Rushworth and Dave Smith who provide Vision Impairment and Dementia Awareness Training, for some advice.
Clever ways to celebrate Mother’s Day
Wondering what to do on Mother’s Day? Here’s a few interesting activities to help your mum or gran enjoy the day… and feel loved.
Is it time to talk about incontinence?
Many people find incontinence one of the most difficult issues to deal with on the dementia journey, particularly since it remains such a taboo subject. Unforgettable has a wide range of information and advice that might help you manage better, and beat the taboo…
Lasting Power of Attorney refunds: what you need to know
You may have read in the news or on our Unforgettable Facebook support group that the Government are offering partial refunds on some Power of Attorney claims. Here’s what you need to know.
Helpful INGREDIENTS for a home visit
The more time you spend with someone, the more you will know what ingredients make for unhurried, quality time together. What ingredients do you find helpful? Charlotte Overton-Hart writes for Unforgettable.
Has dementia scared away your friends?
Wondering where all your friends have gone? It’s sad but true that many families on the dementia journey find that friendships they once held dear, seem to drift away or even disappear.
5 quotes to bring comfort on the dementia journey
Never underestimate how challenging it can be to care for a loved one with dementia. If you’re going through a tough time right now (it happens to all of us), here’s a few words of wisdom that might help you feel a bit better
Need to talk? Our support group is always ready to listen
The Unforgettable Dementia Support Group may only be two weeks old, but it is already a thriving, supportive community. Find out what’s been happening this week and don’t miss our special offer for support group members.
Taking medication when you have dementia: 12 ways to make it easier
Remembering to take prescribed medication can become increasingly difficult for people with dementia – but not taking it can be dangerous. We’ve compiled this guide to help make the whole process safer and less stressful for everyone
