There will be important decisions to make as the person nears the end of life, including whether they should be resuscitated if they have a heart attack, and any religious practices they want observed. Advance care planning can help to ensure that a person's wishes are known and respected.
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If you’re involved in the life of a person with dementia, you may have a valuable contribution to make if ‘best interests’ decisions are being made about their care.
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Making decisions about end of life care
Making decisions about end of life care .There will be important decisions to make as the person nears the end of life, including whether they should be resuscitated if they have a heart attack, and any religious practices they want observed. Advance care planning can help to ensure that a person's wishes are known and respected.
Planning ahead as a person with dementia
Planning ahead as a person with dementia .People with dementia can put plans in place now that will be helpful in the future. This includes thinking about housing options for when living alone isn't possible.
Supporting a person in the later stages of dementia
Supporting a person in the later stages of dementia .The later stages of dementia can be a challenging time both for the person experiencing dementia and for those close to them. Find out what you can expect and where you can get help and support.
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4 ways to plan for the future when living with dementia
4 ways to plan for the future when living with dementia .Planning for the future as a person living with dementia can sometimes be difficult to think about, but it ensures your wishes are followed. Here are four things to consider when planning for your future.
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GPS devices
GPS devices .Our 'Ask an Expert' column discusses the use of tracking devices to keep someone safe.
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Karen and Rob updated their wills to fight dementia for future generations
Karen and Rob updated their wills to fight dementia for future generations .Karen Beattie in Abergele, north Wales, explains why she and her husband Rob are leaving a gift to the Society in their wills.
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Dementia, advance decisions and advance statements
Dementia, advance decisions and advance statements .When you have dementia, planning ahead may include writing an advance decision or advance statement. You can use these to make decisions about care and treatment in the future.
Dealing with utilities for a person with dementia if they are unable to do this
Dealing with utilities for a person with dementia if they are unable to do this .From the April/May 2016 issue of our magazine, paying someone else’s bills and dealing with their utilities isn't as easy if you haven't being legally appointed to act on their behalf, but there are still ways to help.
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Trek26: A brilliant day and a brilliant way to honour someone
Trek26: A brilliant day and a brilliant way to honour someone .Bea McCarty, in Cardiff, shares how taking on Trek26 last year helped honour her late father-in-law’s memory.
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