Health matters

If you are caring for someone with dementia, it's important to help them remain as fit and healthy as possible - both physically and mentally.

As the carer, you need to keep an eye on the state of the person's health. As the dementia progresses, they will become less able to identify health problems or to tell you about them, so look out for signs that they might be in pain or discomfort.

The better they feel, the more they can enjoy life, making life more pleasurable for both of you.