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Alzheimer's and dementia
13 articles about alzheimer's and dementia
Reminiscence Therapy for Elderly People with Dementia: A Practical Guide
Discover how reminiscence therapy helps people with Alzheimer's preserve their sense of identity and reduce anxiety. Simple techniques you can apply at home, using readily available materials.
Dementia in the Elderly — An Overview for Carers
How do you recognise the signs of dementia in your loved ones, and what care solutions are available? A complete guide for families who want to provide their elderly relatives with comfort and safety.
How to Manage Aggression in Elderly People at Home: Causes and Solutions
Discover why episodes of verbal or physical aggression occur in older adults and how you can prevent and manage these difficult situations with empathy and safety for the whole family.
Nocturnal Agitation in Elderly People with Dementia: A Practical Guide
Sundowning can be exhausting for the whole family. Learn how to recognise the signs, which strategies work at home, and when to seek medical advice to manage evening episodes with care.
What You Need to Know About Memory and Attention Training in Old Age
Memory and attention can be trained at any age. Discover effective methods, practical exercises, and how you can support your elderly loved ones in maintaining their cognitive functions.
When and How to Tell Your Parent They Have Dementia: A Guide to Honest Conversations
Communicating a dementia diagnosis can be one of the most difficult conversations you'll ever have. Learn how to approach this discussion with empathy, respect, and at the right time for your parent.
Dementia in the Elderly: When and How to Seek Specialist Help
Recognising the signs of dementia and seeking specialist help in time can radically transform your loved one's quality of life. Find out when the right moment is to ask for help and what options are available to you.
When a Parent Refuses Visits: How to Handle Aggression in a Care Home
Refusal of visits or aggressive reactions from an elderly person in a care home can be deeply painful for their family. Understand the underlying causes, correctly interpret the warning signs, and discover practical strategies to rebuild the relationship step by step.
How to Manage Challenging Behaviours in an Elderly Person with Dementia
Agitation, aggression, refusal of care – discover practical techniques and empathetic tips for managing the daily challenging behaviours of a person living with dementia, whilst keeping you both safe.
Memory and Attention Training: When to Seek Specialist Help
Discover how to keep elderly minds active and when specialist intervention becomes necessary for cognitive issues. Practical advice for caring families.
Early Signs of Alzheimer's: The Complete Guide for Families in 2026
Discover how to recognise the early signs of Alzheimer's disease and what steps to take to provide your loved ones with the right care at the right time.
Caring for people with dementia: at home or in a specialist centre?
A complete guide for families who need to choose between home care and specialist centres for people with dementia. Find out which option best suits your situation.
Alzheimer: The First 5 Signs Families Overlook — and What to Do When You Notice Them
Alzheimer: the first 5 signs that families overlook and what you should do when you notice them in a parent.