Aug 11, 2017

Aromatherapy for Sundowning – VIDEO

Aromatherapy has been found to be effective in helping with the agitation, anxiety and irritability that often occurs in people with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia.

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Where are the government’s changes to the regulation of physical and chemical restraints?

  Back in January, the aged care minister said changes to the regulation of chemical and physical restraints in aged care were only weeks away. That was nearly two months ago. “Incidents of over use of physical and chemical restraint will not be tolerated and draft changes to regulations are expected to be released within... Read More

Nasal spray clears proteins linked to Alzheimer’s – new study

Researchers have developed an innovative nasal spray that has shown positive results in reducing the deadly tau protein build up and improving memory. Read More

Balancing safety with personal freedoms for people living with dementia

Balancing risk with autonomy and freedom is not an easy task for those who care for people living with dementia, said Professor Susan Kurrie at today’s National Dementia Conference. Though we live in a risk-averse society, there is actually dignity in being able to take risks, said Professor Kurrie. “But for patients with dementia, that... Read More
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