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New year activities for the elderly

Families traditionally get together at Christmas and New Year, which is a great chance to spend time and engage in…

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Welfare checks for the elderly

Welfare checks for elderly people can be described as making sure that someone vulnerable has their needs met, however that…

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A nurse in a purple uniform smiles and talks with an elderly person at a kitchen table. The elderly person is smiling, and there is a plate of food and a glass of water in front of them.
How to Assist someone living with dementia with paranoia

Delusions, including paranoia, tend to become more common as dementia progresses as the person may struggle to recall memories. Learn…

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A nurse in a purple uniform smiles and talks with an elderly person at a kitchen table. The elderly person is smiling, and there is a plate of food and a glass of water in front of them.
How technology works in mental health care

There’s no doubt that there are more technological approaches to mental health care than there ever used to be. Read…

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A nurse in a purple uniform smiles and talks with an elderly person at a kitchen table. The elderly person is smiling, and there is a plate of food and a glass of water in front of them.
How respite care can help at Christmas time

Give your loved ones a break this Christmas by getting respite care, short-term support delivered by a carer different from…

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The difficulties of dementia and sight loss

Having some additional support at home means that people living with dementia and sight loss can remain as independent as…

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