Nov 30, 2020 | Dementia News
Every now and again an ordinary individual does something so magical that even our Covid-battered nation sits up and takes notice. Captain Tom Moore did it in April with his 100 laps of his garden that raised more than £32 million for the NHS. We all fell in love with...
Nov 9, 2020 | Dementia News
Talking to children about dementia is hard, particularly if a close family member is involved. Children are incredibly perceptive when it comes to a change of atmosphere, especially if it involves adult distress or anxiety, and without some careful and clear talking...
Nov 5, 2020 | Dementia News
There comes a point, when you are caring for a loved one living with dementia, when you have to have one of the ‘difficult talks’. There are lots of these, including housing and accommodation, introducing home helps, using memory aids etc – but one of the most...
Nov 3, 2020 | Dementia News
Something we are all desperate for as the pandemic drags on is new ways to connect – to our old lives, to people we can’t meet face-to-face, and to hobbies, leisure pursuits and pastimes. One new service that has been successfully brightening the lives of...
Nov 1, 2020 | Dementia News
As we head into an uncertain winter, one thing we know for sure is that we will be spending more time in our homes than usual, thanks to the pandemic. Winter is always a challenging time for those living with dementia, as it reduces the opportunities to get out and...
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