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The Healing Harmonies: Music Therapy in Care Homes
In a world filled with chaos and constant change, music stands as an ever-present refuge, transcending language, and age. Music therapy, a holistic approach that

Creating sensory gardens for people living with dementia
Designed to appeal to as many senses as possible, a sensory garden can be a very rewarding place to spend time. A garden should be

The correlation between memory and music
Listening to and performing to music has long been intricately connected to a person’s mood. However, the correlation between memory and music seems to be

Early signs of dementia in men
Dementia is a general term used to describe a decline in cognitive function that interferes with a person’s daily life. There are several types of

What is Sundowner’s syndrome in people living with dementia?
Sundowner’s syndrome, also known as sundowning, is a term used to describe behavioural changes where individuals with dementia or cognitive impairment experience increased confusion and

Therapy dolls for dementia: What are they and how do they help?
Therapy dolls, often known as dementia dolls, are specially designed dolls that are used as therapeutic tools for individuals living with dementia, particularly in the

Working with technology to enhance Resident Pain Management using best practice tools
At the Future Care Group, our primary objective is to foster an environment where residents can flourish and find purpose. We go beyond conventional care

Care home food: Common myths debunked
When we welcome residents into our care homes, it’s never long before the conversation turns to what’s on the menu! Historically, care homes have received

What kind of games are good for people with dementia?
People living with dementia may lose their perception of time, their confidence, and focus, but it doesn’t mean they lose their sense of fun. Playing