One of the best care tools we encourage for those living with dementia are memory boxes. Bespoke keepsakes, these brilliant memory aids can provide an invaluable link to the past and help boost comfort and confidence in a world that can otherwise feel confusing and disorientating at times.
Sparking meaningful and engaging conversations with a person with dementia can be a truly rewarding experience. In fact, regular mental stimulation has been shown to slow cognitive decline by up to 30%. Conversations with dementia patients foster connection and trigger memories that contribute towards overall emotional well-being.
Supporting someone with dementia can feel daunting, but you're not alone. With the right understanding and approach, you can make a meaningful difference to their quality of life and ease some of the emotional weight you may be carrying, too. We're here to help guide and support you every step of the way.
At Beechcroft Care Home, we understand how deeply emotional it can be to watch a loved one go through the challenges of dementia. If someone close to you has been diagnosed, you may find yourself grappling with a mix of emotions such as sadness, worry, confusion, and even frustration. It’s completely natural to feel overwhelmed.
Supporting someone with dementia can feel daunting, but you're not alone. With the right understanding and approach, you can make a meaningful difference to their quality of life and ease some of the emotional weight you may be carrying, too. We're here to help guide and support you every step of the way.
When someone you love is diagnosed with dementia, you will have many questions. As a caregiver, you will want to know what the course of their disease may look like and how to prepare for its progression. One of the most important questions you are likely to have is how best to support a loved one as they adjust to life with dementia. These golden rules of dementia care can help as you support and care for someone with dementia.
Finding rewarding activities for dementia patients can be challenging but is far from impossible. In fact, it’s essential for keep a high quality of life for your loved one. Regular stimulating activities that foster connection and social interaction with others is vital for their mental, emotional and physical well-being.
With a little patience and creativity, you can make a person with dementia feel valued and create moments of joy, laughter and connection. Here are a few ideas and activities for dementia patients to get you started.
Music has a way of lighting up emotion and memories. Specific songs can have a powerful connection with moments from our past, the soundtrack to your first dance, an important friendship or simply a certain period of your life. Rekindling those positive emotions through music therapy for dementia patients can be hugely beneficial.