Caring for a loved one with Dementia? These articles are a must-read.
Updated: Jun 10, 2022
We've pulled together some of the best articles about dementia covering a range of topics from eating and diet, managing aggression, preventing wandering and other behaviours.
We've also included a resource for carers and loved ones accessing support in Australia.
How to Care for Your Loved One Suffering From Dementia | Homage Australia
This insightful article covers tips around communication, hygiene, and medication.
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Support for Families and Carers | Dementia Australia
The services offered through Dementia Australia to support carers and family members are outlined in this article.
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Prevent Wandering: Tips for Caregivers | webmd.com
Preventing wandering is a challenge for caregivers but this helpful article includes some good tips for preventing or minimising wandering.
We also recommend researching options to "wander-proof" the home, such as the Anti-Wandering Single Door Alarm System from Smart Caregiver
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Dementia - Eating | Better Health Channel
Access a range of advice on managing meal times and eating including increased and decreased appetite, chewing, cravings, mouth-chewing, and meal time strategies.
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Understanding and Managing Difficult Dementia Behaviours | CRHCF
Find out more about managing behaviour such as anger, sundowning, wandering, and repetitive actions.
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25 Best Activities and Games for Seniors with Dementia | Graying With Grace
This article suggests a range of games that are good for seniors with dementia. Some of the best include board games, card games, puzzles, and even video games.
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