In this blog post, Karen Harrison Dening, the Head of Research and Publications at Dementia UK, writes about the difficulty many public places might create for ...
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Advice on moving into a care home
People with dementia might need to make the move into a care home for a number of reasons. Their needs might have increased as their dementia has progressed, or...
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Young Onset Dementia: Supporting Families in Havering
Young onset dementia (YOD) is defined as dementia diagnosed under the age of 65. It is also referred to as ‘early onset’ or ‘working age’ dementia. ...
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Keeping warm in cold weather
In winter and especially with the current cold weather warning, it is important for all of us to stay warm. People with dementia can be especially at risk...
Read moreIt’s important to make time for you
Sometimes it can be difficult when supporting or caring for a family member living with dementia to make any time for you. It may be that just thinking of ...
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Extra support for people affected by dementia at Colchester Hospital
The families of people with dementia who are being treated at Colchester Hospital in Essex are now receiving dedicated support to overcome difficulties and stay...
Read moreDoncaster Admiral Nurse service makes the final of national awards
The team of four Admiral Nurses and four Dementia Advisers working in the community in Doncaster has been named as a finalist in the annual Skills for Care ...
Read moreTips for dementia care at Christmas
We all hope to enjoy a relaxing Christmas with people close to us. However, the hustle and bustle of getting the whole family together can be challenging and ...
Read more“It’s about making that little bit of difference”
Admiral Nurses Anna Chadwick and Sheridan Coker, of the Mid Cheshire Foundation NHS Trust, were recently awarded by the hospital for their Outstanding ...
Read moreMouth care for people with dementia
Maintaining good oral health is essential to your overall well-being. Daily preventative care can help stop problems like painful cavities and infections before...
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