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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Open the Doors 2030: The Bold Global Movement Redefining Dementia Care

Part revolution, part resource – a global alliance dedicated to sharing the best models of dementia care from around the globe is making a big splash in Australia. Find out how Open The Doors 2030 is setting new standards for collaboration and dementia knowledge transference. Read More

Aged Care Staff Accused Of Running ‘Fight Club’ With Dementia Patients

Three employees of an aged care facility in North Carolina, USA, have been accused of running a makeshift fight club and encouraging physical altercations between residents with dementia after a tip-off to local police. Marilyn Latish McKey, 32, Tonacia Yvonne Tyson, 20, and Taneshia Deshawn Jordan, 26, stand accused of watching, filming, and encouraging between... Read More

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Just because people with dementia and other complex needs have health issues, it does not mean their wants and needs differ from that of a healthy person. They -too, want to have real lives and want to be able to connect and grow. And for older people, that should be reflected in their aged care... Read More
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