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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Guide to cleaning teeth for people with dementia

Sometimes when caring for someone with dementia we find that self-care tasks that we may think of as second-nature, are actually complicated and difficult to perform. Something as simple as brushing teeth can become challenging but we know how important proper dental care is in maintaining good physical health. Here are simple tips to help... Read More

Does having sleep apnea mean you’ll develop Alzheimer’s?

A new study conducted by Australian and Icelandic researchers has confirmed a long-suspected link between sleep apnea and the development of Alhzeimer’s disease. Read More

People with young onset dementia have few options and are turning to aged care 

When a young person is diagnosed with dementia, there are limited options available for them when it comes to the time they can no longer remain living at thome. Many end up living in residential aged care facilities for no other reason than it was the only option available to them. However,  Natasha Chackwick, chief... Read More
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