There’s a lot of talk these days about “living in the present moment”. Many books explore the topic thoroughly, giving us insight into promoting the benefits of living each moment fully. Being present in the moment all sounds great on paper. But how can you...
Much of the focus on “living well with dementia” has concentrated on the importance of an indoor home environment. However, research shows that interaction within the local neighbourhood, community, and outdoor environment is vital for all age groups. This...
“Family and Friends are uncomfortable and say they don’t know how to behave ‘normally’ around me anymore – they didn’t really give our relationship a chance to move forward.” Receiving a diagnosis of dementia in the family is a life-changing event, both for the person...
Dementia care requires a holistic approach, being conscious of the whole person. We are all social animals. Having a connection with others is a core human need. It fills us with thoughts of well-being and a sense of self. Healthy, meaningful relationships...
People with dementia are frightened. They feel increasingly isolated and alone. None of us can fully comprehend what they go through at a mental level. As family members, we too feel frightened — frightened at the thought of losing a much-loved family member or a...
Hello, my name is Matty. I’m a retired nurse, a wife, a sister, a mother, a grandmother and even a great-grandmother. I’m Matty… and like most mothers, I love my family. I also love the wind in my hair and the sun on my face. I love laughing at funny jokes,...
