Mental health
Looking for ideas for brain stimulation? Caring for parents with advancing dementia? We share tips and advice on mental health
Dementia prevention update January 2024
Here’s a roundup of the latest research and ideas around how to prevent, or at least delay, the onset of dementia. Biological age rather than actual age could be an indicator of risk of dementia and stroke. Biological markers include blood pressure, blood glucose, cholesterol levels, inflammation markets, waist circumference and lung capacity. The hope […]
Read moreLiving independently for longer with clock and task alerts
Living at home independently for as long as possible is vitally important to quality of life for most older people. Deteriorating health, including memory problems, can make staying in their own home increasingly difficult though, and it can seem like going into care is the inevitable result. This move can be delayed though, with the […]
Read moreSupporting Seniors’ Mental Health: How to Care for Your Older Loved Ones
Collaborative Post A person of any age struggling with mental health conditions needs support both for their well-being and quality of life. However, as our loved ones age, they often face more complex challenges that require greater understanding, resources and assistance. We’re exploring some practical ways to provide support and care for older individuals facing […]
Read moreMental Health Matters: Understanding and Supporting Loved Ones
Collaborative Post It’s important for anyone with a friend or relative struggling with mental health issues to be able to understand and support their loved ones. While it’s natural to want to help, it’s not always easy to know what to do or say. If you have a loved one who is dealing with mental […]
Read moreWhat can a caregiver expect when caring for someone with dementia?
Caring for someone living with dementia can be a challenging task. The more we know of what we may face, the more prepared we can be with our responses. Here are some of the situations caregivers may find themselves experiencing, and suggestions for navigating the journey. It can be hard, and we’re not all heroes, […]
Read more3 techniques to start journaling for better well-being
In an age where we are surrounded by technology and a constant stream of interruption, there’s a lot to be said for taking a digital Sabbath and picking up a pen and notebook instead. Journaling is a traditional technique that helps quieten the mind and align your thoughts. Taking just a few minutes a day, […]
Read moreTaking on dementia risks through diet and lifestyle
Contrary to the beliefs of many, Alzheimer’s is not an inevitable consequence of ageing – and Alzheimer’s is not in the genes. Fewer than one in every hundred Alzheimer’s diagnoses are attributed to genes.[1] It is largely a preventable disease, and we know quite a lot about what people need to do to help prevent […]
Read morePreventing or delaying dementia – what’s new?
Can we prevent dementia? Can we slow it down? Here are the latest reports and thinking about the progress being made in slowing down the onset of dementia. A 10-year study has come up with lifestyle advice for dementia prevention – and there are no surprises in there: a healthy diet; regular exercise; active social […]
Read moreWhat does the breakthrough dementia drug mean for our families?
There have been many headlines this week about a new drug that can address the challenges of dementia, after years of failed research. But what is its significance, and what can it do for us and our loved ones who are already living with dementia? First, we are talking here specifically about Alzheimer’s Disease, which […]
Read moreChoosing the right gift for someone with dementia
Knowing what to buy for an older relative can be difficult. And choosing for someone with dementia can seem particularly hard. The people at Relish, who specialise in presents for those living with dementia, have put together some tips to help you feel confident in your choices. Match the gift to ability Cognitive ability diminishes […]
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