Dementia specialist Admiral nurses have a proven track record in helping to prevent hospital admissions and thus save the cash strapped NHS money. And yet, at present there are only 200 of them across the whole of the UK, compared with 4000 Macmillan nurses supporting people with cancer.Writing for The Guardian, Pippa Kelly explores current […]
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‘Ensure Your Legal Affairs are Well Organised’ urges Stephen Pett, from probate specialist solicitors, The Probate Department Ltd. Here he offers straightforward advice for anyone living with dementia….Whether it is just a suspicion, or a diagnosis of dementia, leaving it too late to ensure your Legal Affairs are well organised can mean the wrong people end […]
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Robotic cats are being used by researchers at Wrexham Glyndwr University to improve the wellbeing of people living with dementia.Researchers from the University have joined forces with a US toy giant to conduct research into how robotic companion pets can have a positive impact on people suffering with the condition.The robotic toy cats are designed to […]
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“Looking Beyond” is a photo competition with a difference. It is aimed at encouraging photographers to take great images that convey a message of hope, support and understanding for those with dementia.The photography competition is the idea of Emma Williams. Emma’s Dad was diagnosed with dementia at the age of 66 and this opened her […]
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