Staying independent

Staying active and involved will help you to live well with dementia. Tips for keeping active include keeping things simple, reducing distractions and breaking tasks down into steps.

A diagnosis of dementia is not in itself a reason to stop driving. One in three people with dementia still drives. However, over time, dementia affects the skills needed for safe driving.

Homes can be adapted to make daily life easier for people living with dementia and their carers. This includes using different types of equipment and improving the design and layout of the home.

Find out what the benefits and difficulties of assistive technology are for a person with dementia.

Memory problems can be experienced differently by different people. Read about common types of memory loss and our tips to help you cope and manage your feelings.

Read about aids that might help with different types of memory problems.

There are important things to consider when planning a holiday with or for a person with dementia, to make it relaxing and fun for everyone.