Loraine adores her father, Martin, but says she has watched the progression of his mixed dementia for long enough. Loraine shares the emotional experience of her dad not recognising her, the challenges of non-verbal communication and other difficulties that the later stages of dementia can bring.
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My dad is in the final stages of mixed dementia and I hope he goes in peace
My dad is in the final stages of mixed dementia and I hope he goes in peace .Loraine adores her father, Martin, but says she has watched the progression of his mixed dementia for long enough. Loraine shares the emotional experience of her dad not recognising her, the challenges of non-verbal communication and other difficulties that the later stages of dementia can bring.
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Choosing the best care home for someone can be a long and painstaking process
Choosing the best care home for someone can be a long and painstaking process .From the June 2015 issue of our magazine, choosing the right care home for a person with dementia can be a long and painstaking ordeal. Luke Bishop talks to a daughter who found the process particularly frustrating.
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Still Just You is my mum's dementia story in a song
Still Just You is my mum's dementia story in a song .Stephen's mum, Sheila, had a loving connection with her family that went beyond words. Even in the later stages of her dementia, Stephen continued to experience special moments with his mum when words were missing. This 'magical bond' was the foundation for his song, Still Just You.
7 lessons learned about caring for someone with dementia
7 lessons learned about caring for someone with dementia .Sue's mum, Mollie, passed away two years ago with Alzheimer's disease. Now Sue reflects on the lessons that living with and caring for a person with dementia taught her. She shares her perspective to honour her mum, celebrate their relationship, and help others affected by dementia.
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Ahmed, a member of Our Dementia Choir, appreciates the things going well for him in life
Ahmed, a member of Our Dementia Choir, appreciates the things going well for him in life .Ahmed Pochee, in Nottingham, is making the most of every day.
Changes to Gran's routine during coronavirus really impacted her dementia
Changes to Gran's routine during coronavirus really impacted her dementia .India's grandmother, Brenda, has been a huge influence on her life and career path. India shares how the pandemic affected her gran, who has dementia with Lewy Bodies, and how the family continue to support Brenda since she moved into a care home.
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Climbing Antarctica’s highest mountain for Alzheimer’s Society (part two)
Climbing Antarctica’s highest mountain for Alzheimer’s Society (part two) .Following her first blog, Dr Elizabeth Wood shares her experiences after her incredible climb of Antarctica’s Vinson Massif in aid of Alzheimer’s Society.
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Why a person with dementia might be walking about
Why a person with dementia might be walking about .A person with dementia might want to spend time walking. This isn’t always a cause for concern, but it can sometimes become a problem. There are ways to help the person walk safely and manage any risks.
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