“I can’t see how any family navigates dementia without an Admiral Nurse” – Elliott’s story
When Elliott’s father was diagnosed with young onset Alzheimer’s disease in his fifties, family life was changed forever.
Sleep disturbance and issues around bedtime can be very common in people with dementia. This may result in an unsettled night, meaning neither the person with dementia nor their carer is getting enough sleep. This video provides some tips about developing good habits at bedtime.
Incontinence can be distressing for everybody concerned. This video provides tips on how to avoid it, what to do in the moment and how to get help.
This video provides calming techniques which may help a person with dementia as well as their carer. This includes a breathing technique known as the signal breath.
A life story is a tool that’s often used by Admiral Nurses. It involves working with families to create a life story account for the person with dementia – full of photos, memorabilia and recollections from their life – to help the person reminisce and to show others who they are and what they care about.
Our virtual clinics give you the chance to discuss any questions or concerns with a dementia specialist Admiral Nurse by phone or video call, at a time that suits you.
When Elliott’s father was diagnosed with young onset Alzheimer’s disease in his fifties, family life was changed forever.
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