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News Tag: News. 'Stay positive to boost brain health in old age' - Alzheimer's Society comment Think positively to keep your brain healthy and lower the risk of dementia in older age, experts have said. A new report by the Global Council on Brain Health (GCBH) suggests feeling good and being emotionally well is linked with better brain health among over-50s. Read more
Real stories Mum has dementia and repeats the same questions 100 times over For Enomwoyi Damali, living with her mother who has dementia has taken some adjusting to. Here, she explains how looking for the lighter side of Alzheimer’s has helped her to cope as her mum repeats the same questions. For Enomwoyi Damali, living with her mother who has dementia has taken some adjusting to. Here, she explains how looking for the lighter side of Alzheimer’s has helped her to cope as her mum repeats the same questions. ... 06 November 2018 21comments.
Advice Tag: Advice. Memory problems and reminiscence as an LGBTQ+ person with dementia Memory problems are common in dementia. If you identify as LGBTQ+, they may cause particular difficulties. Read more
Advice Tag: Advice. Memory problems LGBTQ+ people with dementia may experience Advice and practical tips for supporting an LGBTQ+ person with dementia who is experiencing memory problems. Read more
Advice Tag: Advice. How can dementia affect you and your relationships? Your dementia symptoms can affect your relationships in different ways including communication, feelings and behaviour, and sex and intimacy. Your relationships may also change when someone takes on a caring role. However, with the right support, it is possible to adjust to these changes. Read more
Research Research news in brief: Autumn 2018 We take a look at some bite-sized news stories from dementia research. We take a look at some bite-sized news stories from dementia research. ... 01 September 2018 0comments.
Real stories Let's chat: Reminiscence cards that draw on South Asian experiences We speak to a Dementia Friends Champion in Coventry who has developed culturally-specific reminiscence cards. We speak to a Dementia Friends Champion in Coventry who has developed culturally-specific reminiscence cards. ... 01 June 2018 0comments.
Advice Tag: Advice. Keeping safe at home Advice for keeping safe at home when you have dementia, including tips for those who live alone and with others. Read more
Advice Tag: Advice. Treatment and support of Alzheimer's disease There is currently no cure for Alzheimer’s disease, but there is a lot that can be done to enable someone to live well with the condition. Read about some of the drug and non-drug treatments, support and activities. Read more
Advice Tag: Advice. Assistive technology - useful organisations Find out where to get help and advice on assistive technology if you're living with dementia or supporting someone with the condition. Read more
Advice Tag: Advice. How to obtain assistive technology Find out where you can get assistive technology if you're living with dementia or supporting someone with the condition, as well as some things to consider. Read more
Advice Tag: Advice. Using technology What should you think about when choosing assistive technology? Here's our advice on considering technology if you or someone you support is living with dementia. Read more
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