What is Shingles and will you get it?

One of the most distressing aspects of caring for someone living with dementia can be when they become highly selective about what they will eat or refuse to eat anything at all. Recently, a family from the English city of Liverpool faced a worrying dilemma when McDonald’s restaurants in the UK announced that they would... Read More

‘The struggles with showering’: Support for Carers as dementia progresses One of the greatest challenges facing caregivers of people in the latter phases of Alzheimer’s Disease or dementia is ensuring that their loved ones are regularly bathed. Overtime if personal hygiene is not attended to regularly it can result in urinary tract infections, skin conditions and... Read More

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