Dementia

Yorkshire-based dementia care specialist Vida Healthcare is investing in the long term health and wellbeing of its residents with stretching classes led by ex-Westend star Emma Flett.

Research has revealed that dementia rates have fallen by 13% over the last 13 years.

A global team of researchers led by Prof Albert Hofman,

Does your care home have its own favourite songs to listen to? You know, the ones that always get everyone smiling, tapping, singing or even dancing?

An Alzheimer’s Society investigation reveals the shocking side effect of lockdown on the symptoms of people with dementia. Involving almost 2,000 respondents affected by dementia

The Lancet has launched new guidance which reveals that an extended set of 12 modifiable risk factors might prevent or delay up to 40 per cent of dementia cases globally.

Artist Gary Heritage; One of the butterfly paintings donated to Avalon Nursing Home 

A dementia care home in Bridgwater is the latest recipient of works by a local artist looking to spread some happiness via his images despite the current restrictions on normal living. 

Care assistant Lucy Eubank works with resident Jean Armstrong on her Book of You

A simple life story app that has helped families at MHA care homes and retirement living schemes stay connected during lockdown is now helping build face-to-face relationships as homes start to open up for visits once more. 

A new nationwide study will test how music and art can alleviate social isolation and loneliness while boosting wellbeing in dementia patients during ongoing COVID-19 restrictions.

Alzheimer’s Disease International and ITN Productions have co-produced a new documentary ‘Hope in the Age of Dementia‘. Watch the documentary here. The newly released news and…

Alzheimer’s Research UK has welcomed news that regular coronavirus testing for residents with dementia is set to begin in care homes.

Construction is continuing on a new £15 million dementia care facility in Harrogate to develop a third centre of excellence for dementia care.

 Dementia researchers are inviting the public to join a free online event on Friday 26 June, to hear about progress being made in dementia research.

Dementia Support UK: Connect, Consult, will provide immediate expert support for people caring for those living with dementia in the care home sector.