March 20th is International Day of Happiness. With that in mind, we’ve been thinking of some of the things that we can do each day to make us a little bit happier. We know how tough life as a caregiver can be. For those who have taken on the responsibility of caring for a loved […]
Dementia is not one specific disease. The term ‘Dementia’ describes a collection of symptoms that are caused by disorders that affect the brain. A person living with Dementia may experience difficulty thinking, behavioural changes, and a loss of ability to perform everyday tasks. Deterioration of the brain is natural as we age, and older adults […]
According to Carers Victoria, family members who are caring for people, particularly those with mental illness, are reluctant to ask for help. Carers Victoria said that this is most often due to the fact that they feel guilty for having to ask for help, as it may appear to others that they see their loved […]
Often, caregivers take on the carer role while they are still working, whether full time or part-time. In many cases, people who find themselves in this situation like to keep their two roles separate. They may worry that their employers think they are too distracted to do well at work, or they may just simply […]
For a person living with Dementia, getting out of the house and into a public place is important for their quality of life. Going outdoors gives us exposure to Vitamin D, which is vital for building strong bones and muscles. Being out in the daylight is also effective in regulating the body clock, which can […]
Caregiving is a rewarding yet challenging role. There are many things to consider before, during, and after the decision to care for an elderly relative or loved one. Sometimes the first step is the hardest. You may have recently realised that an elderly loved one has slowly declined in their abilities to the point where […]
There are many health benefits of owning a pet. When people get regular activity from walking or playing with pets, they often find that their physical health improves as their blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and triglyceride levels all decrease. Pets can also help with our emotional wellbeing by reducing loneliness and depression by having a […]
The roles and responsibilities of a caregiver vary depending on a number of factors, such as the relationship that they have with the person in their care, the level of support that is needed, and whether or not the person has other carers. Family caregivers will typically provide in-home care and help with non-medical issues. […]
If you are living with or caring for a person with Dementia, it’s important to know how the layout of their home can impact them. A person with Dementia will typically have a number of symptoms, such as memory loss, confusion and difficulty learning new things. This can lead to them forgetting where they are (even […]
Touch is an important part of our wellbeing as it calms us and lets us know that someone cares. This is true from birth right through to old age. When we reach old age, touch can have a certain healing power. However, many older adults do not experience the feeling of touch on a daily […]