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Treatment could be changing, but what type of care is needed for dementia patients?
Dementia refers to a group of conditions that cause the impaired ability to remember, think or make decisions. These changes can interfere with or impede everyday activities. While many ageing...
What are palliative care principles?
Palliative care is designed to support those who have been diagnosed with a serious, long-lasting disease or a life-limiting illness. The goal of palliative care is to ease pain and...
When should someone be offered palliative care?
Palliative care is specialist care provided to those living with a life-limiting or serious illness to help them manage pain and make the most out of life – but when...
Understanding dementia and depression
Dementia is the term used to describe a group of conditions caused by abnormal changes in the brain. These changes interfere with a person’s ability to remember, think and make...
What’s the difference between a care home and a hospice?
Many people wonder what the difference between a care home and a hospice is – and which option is right for them. This question becomes even more relevant when a...
Caring for people with dementia and vision loss
Loss of sight is common as we age, but what happens when someone with dementia is also losing their vision? This can be a challenging time not only for the...
Dementia and the advance care plan
Thinking about the care you want in the future and discussing your wishes with family and healthcare professionals is an important plan of planning – especially for people who have...
Care for colitis and Crohn’s disease
Living with a complex condition can be challenging, bringing new challenges to everyday life. These challenges can make it difficult to continue living safely and comfortably at home and can...