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Rapidly progressive dementia: What caregivers need to know
Rapidly progressive dementia (RPD) is a rare condition that causes a decline in memory, behaviour, and physical ability. While most forms of dementia develop over years, RPD progresses within weeks or months. This rapid change often leaves families struggling to…
Holiday routines and dementia: Why consistency matters during the festive season
The festive season brings joy and togetherness for many families. But for people living with dementia, Christmas can also bring confusion, distress, and loneliness. Disrupted routines trigger anxiety and agitation. Understanding how to support someone with dementia during the holidays…
Managing dementia and diabetes at Home
It is estimated that more than 5.8 million people in the UK are living with diabetes. Among older adults, managing the condition requires daily attention. When someone is also living with dementia, the challenges increase significantly. Tasks like remembering medication,…
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The best clocks for people living with dementia
Losing track of time is one of the early symptoms of dementia. Whether it’s a missed doctor’s appointment or a frantic phone call about whether they’ve had lunch, losing track of time can be a distressing experience for your loved…
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Dementia cafes and their benefits
Support, understanding, and social interaction are things we can all benefit from. Dementia cafes seek to provide exactly that for people whose lives are affected by the condition. Up and down the country dementia cafes and memory groups are providing an invaluable service to local communities. At Hometouch, we know how tough a dementia diagnosis can be, both for the person living with the condition and their families. So, with dementia cafes playing such a vital role for so many people, we shine a light on the support they provide and explain why they are so beneficial. What are dementia cafes? Dementia cafes provide a safe, welcoming space for those whose lives are affected by dementia. They give people living with dementia and their families a chance to meet others in a similar situation as well as getting access to expert advice. Often ran by charities, community groups, or volunteers,…
Activity Ideas for People Living With Dementia
Dementia is a combination of symptoms a person can experience because of the damaged nerve cells in the brain. Without nerve cells functioning normally, the information is not transmitted, and without it, the brain cannot carry out certain tasks. The most common conditions are Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia, among other 200 conditions. Speak to one of our knowledgeable care advisers about Hometouch’s high quality live-in care service Book call Find a carer Regardless of which type of dementia a person has, the symptoms vary but most commonly include memory problems, behaviour changes, difficulties with concentration and speaking. Older adults with dementia find it difficult and frustrating to deal with daily tasks even if those activities are simple. Importance of Failure-Free Activities for People With Dementia People with dementia deserve to have a good quality of life and enjoy different things. Unfortunately, it is hard for them to achieve joy…
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