Professional carers vs Family carers
Professional carers vs Family carers I have seen situations when people are cared for by both family carers or separately by professional carers or what is more common is a combination. [...]
Sensory deprivation and dementia
Sensory deprivation and dementia Sensory deprivation is people living usually without sight or hearing or with significant limitations to it. However, it could also include taste, smell or feeling. Those without the [...]
The diagnosis of dementia
The diagnosis of dementia When people first get a diagnosis of dementia, they will have sought advice and help because the progression of the condition is causing them some difficulty and [...]
Caring for the carer
Caring for the carer Self-care by a carer is not selfish, it is essential. And caring for and about a carer is compassionate. Many people with long term conditions have carers, [...]
The day everything changed!
The day everything changed! I was contacted recently by the son a client, whom I had dealt with around 18 months ago. My client has just passed away. My client [...]
Carers Week
Carers week What is important to know as a carer? It’s not easy to say which part of this role is the most important, there are lots of key issues around [...]