Topic: Advice and support

My mum has just received a diagnosis of dementia. How do we tell family and friends? Should we be talking to Mum about her diagnosis or will it upset her? Your ...

How do I get my relative who has dementia to agree with what I know will be good for them (e.g. going to the day centre)? Try to introduce things gradually and...

My father is very confused and not managing his affairs very well. What can I do?  If your father has not seen a doctor about his confusion get him to see his ...

My mother has recently been assessed by social services for help at home. She is ‘self-funding’. We have been sent some information but I really don’t ...

How can I get some help to pay for my father’s care? My mother does everything and she is worn out I am so worried she will completely break down. Making the ...

My husband used to be so smartly dressed and take detailed care of his appearance and personal care. Now he doesn’t care any more and won’t let me help him....

My husband sleeps all day, and then he is up walking around all night. What can I do?  Disrupted sleep or change in sleep pattern is fairly common, however, a ...

How can I be sure that my wife, who has dementia, has enough to eat and drink? Mealtimes are important and enjoyable times of the day for us all. Try to keep ...

How can I make going out to the shops with my husband easier? The home is our place of safety, quiet, calm and familiarity. Going out can present many ...

My mum has a diagnosis of vascular dementia. She lives alone and has always been very sociable. Over the last year she has gradually stopped going out and often...