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.
Dementia is on the verge of becoming Australia's leading cause of death, according to new data from the ABS. With dementia accounting for 9.1% of all deaths in 2023, it’s already the leading cause of death for Australian women.
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“Music soothes the soul,” they say, which is especially the case seen in people living with dementia. Dementia has a wide range of symptoms that can vary from person to person. While some may have challenges with memory and recall, others deal with high levels of anxiety and depression. According to a new report, these...
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The Minister for Aged Care has revealed that new regulations for the use of chemical and physical restraints in nursing homes will be announced in a matter of weeks. The announcement came on the eve of the Aged Care Royal Commission, and also in the wake of horrifying reports on the ABC of use...
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