This article was originally written and published by HelloCare. Caring for someone living with dementia isn’t always easy – it can be frustrating, overwhelming and even, at times, frightening. Though every case of dementia is different, the changes that take place in a person’s brain when they have dementia can have a range of effects, […]

If your loved one has dementia, you may notice certain changes in their behaviour as a result of the illness. Taking the time to understand how dementia is impacting your loved one and why they are behaving a certain way can help families and carers to cope. There are many reasons why you may see […]

Australians have one of the highest life expectancy rates in the world, ranking 5th out of 35 developed countries. While a longer life expectancy is a good thing, the process of ageing can be difficult for people to come to terms with. As we get older things start to change both physically and emotionally, and […]

While caring for a loved one is very rewarding, the demands of caregiving can be overwhelming. Carers often experience feelings of being in over their head or having little control over the situation. This can cause a significant amount of stress for the caregiver, taking a toll on their health, relationships, and state of mind. […]