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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8 ways to reduce stress for dementia carers: new research

  Caring for someone living with dementia is complex, physically demanding and emotionally challenging, even for professional carers, but particularly so for family members. It’s not surprising that caregivers have a higher risk of developing depression, anxiety and even dying, the leaders of a research project say. Carers are often largely alone, they may be... Read More

16 things I would want if I got dementia

If I get dementia, I want my friends and family to embrace my reality. If I think my spouse is still alive or if I think we’re visiting my parents for dinner, let me believe those things. I’ll be much happier for it. If I get dementia, I don’t want to be treated like a... Read More

Everybody’s Oma: A heartwarming approach to dementia care

Oma became an internet sensation when her son, Jason van Genderen, began posting whimsical videos of the family coming together during lockdowns to care for the Dutch matriarch, who was living with the effects of dementia. Now Jason has made a heartwarming feature film, set to premiere at the Sydney Film Festival. Read More
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