Dementia

Relationships are a fundamental aspect of everyone’s lives, and are especially significant for people who are suffering from dementia. Caring and communicating for a loved one who has dementia can be difficult and poses many challenges – but it’s worth making the effort to stay engaged and keep communicating. An …

Animals have a positive effect on us (which is probably why we enjoy watching cat videos so much). Turns out that apart from giving us the giggles or the warm and fuzzies having a pet may improve your overall physical and mental health. According to the US’s National Centre for …

For many, having a GPS tracker tracking your every movements would feel like a loss of independence and a major invasion of privacy. I mean, it could mean that people could find out you were doing something you shouldn’t have, like going through the drive through instead of going to …

The discovery, for caregivers, that iPads and tablets are a wonderful activity tool for people living with dementia, also brings with it concerns that internet and applications available can be frustrating and how will someone living with dementia avoid becoming overwhelmed. To-date there has been a limited amount of research …

It’s long been known that the type of food we eat has a profound effect on our health, but did you also know that it can have an impact on our brains? Good, healthy nutrition is not only vital to keeping our bodies strong; our brains also require a regular …

Anyone caring for someone with dementia will know the art of conversation can become a labour of love. Loss of connection, feelings of isolation and communication issues are some of the most difficult challenges when caring for people living with dementia. Innovations in assistive technological have helped improve the lives …

September is World Alzheimers Month, a time to raise awareness and remember those who are living with dementia and their families. Around 60,000 New Zealanders have dementia, and this number is expected to triple to over 154,000 by 2050. Alzheimers NZ is standing up for a dementia-friendly New Zealand, where …

This month is World Alzheimer’s Month.  World Alzheimer’s Month was launched in September 2012 and World Alzheimer’s Day is recognised on the 21st September each year. This is an international campaign to raise awareness and challenge the stigma and misinformation often associated with Alzheimer’s.  It is also a time to …

When you or someone you care about is diagnosed with dementia, it can be daunting and will raise many questions and concerns. Luckily, there is help available!

A home should be a safe haven for everyone, where they can feel secure and independent. This becomes more important as people age, and especially for those with dementia. For people with dementia, it is crucial that their home is comfortable and easy to navigate – however this may require …