For a person living with Dementia, getting out of the house and into a public place is important for their quality of life. Going outdoors gives us exposure to Vitamin D, which is vital for building strong bones and muscles. Being out in the daylight is also effective in regulating the body clock, which can […]
Caregiving is a rewarding yet challenging role. There are many things to consider before, during, and after the decision to care for an elderly relative or loved one. Sometimes the first step is the hardest. You may have recently realised that an elderly loved one has slowly declined in their abilities to the point where […]
There are many health benefits of owning a pet. When people get regular activity from walking or playing with pets, they often find that their physical health improves as their blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and triglyceride levels all decrease. Pets can also help with our emotional wellbeing by reducing loneliness and depression by having a […]
The roles and responsibilities of a caregiver vary depending on a number of factors, such as the relationship that they have with the person in their care, the level of support that is needed, and whether or not the person has other carers. Family caregivers will typically provide in-home care and help with non-medical issues. […]
If you are living with or caring for a person with Dementia, it’s important to know how the layout of their home can impact them. A person with Dementia will typically have a number of symptoms, such as memory loss, confusion and difficulty learning new things. This can lead to them forgetting where they are (even […]
Touch is an important part of our wellbeing as it calms us and lets us know that someone cares. This is true from birth right through to old age. When we reach old age, touch can have a certain healing power. However, many older adults do not experience the feeling of touch on a daily […]
Whether you are a caregiver for work or are providing care to a loved one informally, your role makes a true difference to the life of the person in your care. It’s important to remember that caregiving is not an easy role, and not everyone is cut out for the task. Much like any other […]
As we age, our bodies and brains go through a number of changes. It can be difficult to tell if the changes that we are experiencing can just be put down to general ageing, or if they may be a sign of something more serious. This article explains the differences between normal ageing and dementia. […]
The thought of getting older can be a bit daunting for many of us. As we age, many things start to change both mentally and physically. We know that the best way to stay healthy as we get older is to look after our body and brain by exercising regularly and eating well. However, experts now […]
If you are caring for a person with dementia, a big part of your role is to ensure they have the best quality of life possible. People who have dementia will still enjoy taking part in activities, and also like to do useful things. As a carer, it’s our job to facilitate meaningful activities, help […]