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A dementia nurse explains how to support someone with dementia in hospital. From what to expect when they’re hospitalised to the simple step that can help to connect them with home.
As Dr. Edgerly points out, dementia might just be one thing they’re dealing with; perhaps they’re on a medication regimen for other issues or have to follow a special diet, and that’s become difficult to manage. Full-time support, in this case, could be a huge help. Daily functions...
I recently publishedan articleanda book chapterbased on interviews with individuals who self-identify as friends of someone with dementia (as well as somehealth care providersandfamily members). The basic idea behind this research is that there may be lessons to learn from those who have found b...
When it comes to caring for someone with dementia, it's important to remember that it's okay to reach out for extra help. Support groups, respite care, and other resources can give you much-needed rest and help in challenging times. Actively empathize with your loved one and trea...
Sarah described how she would trust her husband “one hundred percent,” and her distress about the possibility of having to delegate to someone other than him. Decisional factors Decisional factors included the characteristics of a decision which influenced the decision-making approach. For some ...
of us, but Alzheimer’s disease and dementia can dramatically exacerbate anger issues in seniors. You may have recently been on the other end of a traumatic verbal or physical outburst from someone with dementia. You may have been confused or upset and didn’t know how ...
A local parent's group, if you're new to an area. Do note, however, that people's preferences and priorities may be different from yours. "Take what others are saying with a grain of salt, knowing that sometimes your own personality type might be a little bit different from ...
This is just me, but I would not want to pay the cost of a cruise where I would be required to help care for someone with Dementia. I am there to enjoy myself and go on excursions with no responsibilities. Its like taking a small child, you would not...
Many countries have passed laws giving patients the right to participate in decisions about health care. People with dementia cannot be assumed to be incapable of making decisions on their diagnosis alone as they may have retained cognitive abilities. Th