Advice Ideas to help a person with dementia to record their stories Different ways you can record and share memories, whether in writing, sound or video. 31 March 2021 0
Information Dementia publications in other languages We produce The dementia guide and This is me in different languages. We also have factsheets in Welsh.
Information Booklets about sensory changes and supporting a deaf person, and new films featuring dementia New, useful and interesting dementia resources. 01 February 2021 0
Advice Your answers: Seeing a person with dementia in person again Talking Point members’ advice on seeing someone with dementia in person for the first time in months. 01 December 2020 0
Advice Non-verbal communication and dementia If a person is finding any kind of conversation too difficult, they may use non-verbal communication. As dementia progresses, this may become the main way a person communicates. You might find these tips for communicating non-verbally useful.
Advice How to talk about dementia with children and young people Children and young people will find it easier if you talk about dementia together. An important part of a supportive conversation is listening. Ask or allow a child or young person to express their feelings, even if they are negative emotions.
Real stories ‘I thought my dementia was menopause.’ – Marie’s story When primary school teacher Marie had trouble remembering words, she thought her memory loss was due to menopause. She didn’t think that at 51 she would be diagnosed with dementia. Now Marie and her family want to help raise awareness. 06 October 2020 0
Information Tried and tested: Mobile and landline phones for people with dementia We hear how people with dementia and their families got along trying out three specially designed phones at home. 30 September 2020 0
Real stories Stephanie’s story: ‘I climbed into Dad’s world with him. It helped bring us closer together.’ Stephanie shares how talking – about medical care, memories and wishes for the future – brought her closer to her dad Ted after his dementia diagnosis. 18 September 2020 4
Advice Should a person with dementia wear a face mask for coronavirus? Due to coronavirus, many of us now wear face masks or coverings while out shopping or on public transport. Some people with dementia may not like wearing a face covering, or understand why they should wear one. Read our advice on how to help and who may be exempt from wearing a mask. 14 September 2020 53
Real stories Tracy's story: ‘Mum’s expressive and receptive language was slipping gradually’ Tracy, a speech language therapist, tells us about her mum's journey through the stages of dementia and the difficulties dementia causes with language and communication. 28 July 2020 2
Research Understanding the links between hearing problems and dementia Research project: The auditory brain in dementia: defining deficits and harnessing capacity
