What is a person centred approach (PCA) to dementia care?
Receiving care which puts the person with dementia’s needs and desires first is called a ‘person centred approach.’ Here’s how to implement it.
Receiving care which puts the person with dementia’s needs and desires first is called a ‘person centred approach.’ Here’s how to implement it.
Phones can be challenging pieces of equipment for a person with dementia, but they can also be a lifeline. Here’s how to make sure your loved one has a phone they can use safely as their dementia progresses
It’s sad but true that people with dementia usually have shorter lives. However, exactly how much shorter their life will be varies enormously from person to person. Here’s the key information about life expectancy…
If your loved one has already experienced a hallucination you may have found it very scary and difficult to watch. Find out what you need to know about them and the best way to cope
It can be distressing to see a loved one becoming paranoid and suspicious. But you aren’t alone, this can be a common symptom of dementia. Here’s how to deal with it
Just because someone has a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia-related condition, it’s not always the case that they need to give up their pet. Find out how animals can be beneficial for people with dementia
If you or a loved one have been asked to do a mini mental state examination (MMSE) you might be feeling worried or stressed. But the test itself is quite short and straightforward. Find out what you need to know about it
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