Tip Tuessday
Remember: You’re Not Alone—Help is Always Available
Carers give so much of themselves, but help is always available. You are not alone, and you deserve support too.
Fact Friday
Posterior Cortical Atrophy: The Dementia That Affects Vision and Spatial Awareness
Posterior cortical atrophy (PCA) is a degenerative neurological condition that affects the posterior part of the brain, specifically the occipital and parietal lobes.
Tip Tuessday
Focus on What They Can Do, Not What They’ve Lost
By focusing on what they can do, carers can help maintain dignity, foster engagement, and create moments of connection that truly matter.
Fact Friday
Lifestyle Changes Can Potentially Reduce the Risk of Developing Mixed Dementia
While there are no guarantees, making small, sustainable changes in diet, exercise, social interaction, and mental well-being can be beneficial in the long run.
Tip Tuessday
Practising Gratitude: Finding Meaning in the Dementia Care Journey
Gratitude is not about ignoring the struggle—it’s about making space for the light that still exists along the way.
Fact Friday
Understanding Frontotemporal Dementia: Why Memory Is Not Affected Until Later Stages
Frontotemporal Dementia is a complex and often misunderstood condition.
Tip Tuessday
Celebrate Small Victories and Moments of Joy
Dementia may change many things, but it doesn’t take away the ability to feel joy.
Fact Friday
Understanding the Progression of Lewy Body Dementia: A Faster Decline Than Alzheimer’s
Lewy body dementia is a complex and rapidly progressing condition that requires early recognition, careful management, and strong support networks.
Training Q&A
Understanding Who Can Influence Care
Decision-making in dementia care can involve medical teams, social services, care providers, families, and legal processes, each with a different role depending on the situation. This article explains how these responsibilities fit together under the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and the Care Act 2014, and how best interests, Lasting Power of Attorney, clinical judgement, safeguarding and advocacy shape decisions when the person cannot decide for themselves.
Training Q&A
The Dementia Diagnosis
Families often wonder whether they should tell the person about their dementia diagnosis. This section explores the person’s right to know, how to match the explanation to their emotional needs, and why repeating the diagnosis isn’t always helpful. It offers practical guidance, examples and links to supportive resources.