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Understanding Why People Living with Dementia Put Things in the “Wrong” Places

When someone living with dementia starts putting items in unusual places, it’s rarely random. This article explores why it happens — from memory loss and perception changes to personality and environment — and how curiosity, consistency, and compassion help us understand the person behind the action.

By admin, 1 week ago
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Identify Triggers for Agitation and Try to Prevent Them

Supporting someone with dementia can sometimes involve navigating challenging behaviours such as agitation. Understanding the triggers that lead to agitation can significantly enhance the quality of care provided, reducing stress for both the individual and their carers. This blog explores common triggers for agitation and offers practical strategies for prevention Read more

By admin, 3 monthsAugust 19, 2025 ago
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Pamela Hardy

Would now like to know more. Love the cancer analogy as a [way] of an expla[nation].

Pamela Hardy
Social Care Staff / SBC Reablement

Millicent Agyeman

Really enjoyed this session because it was more practical and engaging

Millicent Agyeman
Social Care Staff / Rosedale Centre

Christine Robinson

Very knowledgeable, informative day

Christine Robinson
Social Care Staff / Royal Mencap Society

Council Librarian

Very important training that is useful for the advances in dementia care and creating a wonderful toolkit of resources of understanding people as an individual for the length of their care. Brilliant training. Thank you

Susan Robinson
Health and Wellbeing Librarian / Stockton Borough Council

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