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  1. Dementia - advice for families

    The most important way to help young people cope with dementia is to talk openly and be willing to listen.

  2. Dementia - residential care

    Deciding to place a person with dementia into residential care is a difficult decision.

  3. Dementia - taking care of carers

    Caring for a person with dementia will become more difficult if the carer is worn down.

  4. Dementia - adjusting to residential care

    Helping the person with dementia adjust to residential care can be a new role for carers.

  5. Trauma and families

    When a family is affected by trauma, everyone will react in a different way.

  6. Dementia

    Dementia is a term used to describe the symptoms of a number of illnesses that affect the brain. The most common cause is Alzheimer's disease, but there are other causes, including Parkinson's disease

  7. Continence and dementia

    Incontinence may occur in people with dementia for many reasons.

  8. Dementia - carers and activities

    Participating in suitable activities can help a person with dementia to achieve purpose and pleasure.

  9. Palliative care – emotional, spiritual and cultural care

    Someone with a life-limiting illness may experience highs and lows during palliative care. Services are available to provide support for emotional, spiritual and cultural care.

  10. Dementia - activities and exercise

    Participating in suitable activities can help a person with dementia to achieve purpose and pleasure.

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