Family members opinions about how their loved one should be cared for can differ. Here are seven tips for handling difficult conversations....
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Getting to know you: Kerry Lyons, Consultant Admiral Nurse for frailty
In our 'Getting to know you' series, we meet Admiral Nurses from a variety of settings. Meet Kerry Lyons, Consultant Admiral Nurse for frailty...
Read moreWhy we are launching the next phase our ‘I live with dementia’ campaign this January
We spoke to Admiral Nurse Vic Lyons about why we’re launching the next phase of our brand awareness campaign, ‘I live with dementia', this January....
Read moreThe aftermath of Christmas with dementia
Christmas for all of us, often generates a range of emotions. It can be an exciting and uplifting time or may for some, clash with the portrayed Christmas ...
Read morePreparing for the festive season
The festive season usually involves family get-togethers, which can be stressful if you are supporting someone living with dementia. It might be exciting to ...
Read moreCoping with feelings of loss this Christmas
Since 2019, Dementia UK’s Admiral Nurse Dementia Helpline has had a 48% increase in calls relating to bereavement, which includes feelings of grief and loss ...
Read moreWalking football and dementia
Brian was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in January 2022 at the age of 59. He talks about the benefits of walking football for people living with ...
Read moreAdvice for carers and people with dementia on the cost of living crisis
We have collated advice and tips for carers and people with dementia around the cost of living crisis....
Read moreMark’s advice for male carers this International Men’s Day
Helpline Admiral Nurse Mark Challinor reflects on why it’s important for male carers to reach out for support, even if it feels challenging...
Read moreTwelve tips for Christmas, from our Admiral Nurses
Christmas can be the most magical time of the year, but it can also be stressful and emotionally challenging, especially for those affected by dementia. Our ...
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