Aromatherapy for Sundowning – VIDEO

Food is a big part of everyone’s lives. It’s especially important for people living in aged care, where a good meal can be the highlight of their day. When you look at an aged care facility, many will boast an offering of a “dining experience”. This may include a linen tablecloth, a menu with a... Read More

New research shows that menopause has the potential to raise a woman’s risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, due to loss of estrogen.  Alzheimer’s, the most common form of dementia, predominantly affects people 65 and older. Although well-known, the condition has remained a mystery, the primary cause or causes are mostly unknown.  New findings, published in... Read More

Dementia is, according to World Health Organsation (WHO) defined as affecting “acquired impairment of higher mental functions, including memory, the capacity to solve everyday living problems, the performance of learned skills, the correct use of social skills, all aspects of language and the control of emotional reactions.” Jackie Brooker, a registered nurse for many years,... Read More