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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
How does animal-assisted therapy help with dementia?
Animal-assisted therapy, also known as pet therapy, involves using trained animals to provide emotional support and companionship to individuals with various health conditions, including dementia.
Lifestyle changes to help prevent dementia
There is currently no cure for any of the many types of dementia out there. But, with a figure of 1.6 million people estimated to
Diet and nutrition tips for people living with dementia
According to the World Health Organisation (WHO) there are around 55 million people with dementia worldwide. As the proportion of older people in the population
What does dementia care involve?
There are currently around 850,000 people living with dementia in the UK and that number is set to increase to 1.6 million within the next
