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.
When an older person moves into an aged care facility, it is expected they will be well cared for. They should be regularly fed, monitored and treated for any medical issues, and be kept happy and comfortable. There has been some discussion around secure units for people who require them for medical reasons. From a...
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Understanding the options and choices can go a long way to finding a safe, human centred approach to dementia care that works for those that need and deserve it most.
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Being diagnosed with any medical condition is scary. Dementia can be particularly confronting as it can have a slow progression over a long time. Dementia is a complicated condition, as symptoms are varying and different for every person with a diagnosis. On average, it is expected that a person will live with dementia for around...
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