The language we use when talking about dementia is not neutral. Words shape how people are seen, how they are treated, and how they see themselves. They create mental images, reinforce assumptions, and influence attitudes long before any meaningful relationship or understanding has had a chance to develop. This was Read more
One of the challenges in dementia education is finding ways to explain complex neurological change in language that feels accessible, respectful, and meaningful. Clinical descriptions such as “cognitive decline” or “loss of function” can feel abstract. What people often need is a way of picturing what is happening in the Read more
Aggression and violence in the context of dementia are widely discussed but often poorly understood. Media headlines, anecdotal accounts and professional literature can sometimes blur important distinctions between agitation, distress responses and acts of physical harm. This can lead to fear-based assumptions about people living with dementia, and additional stigma Read more
Dementia is often described as involving changes in more than one part of the brain. This can sound abstract, and it is natural to wonder what this really means in everyday terms. Why does dementia rarely show up as one single difficulty? Why do changes often extend beyond memory alone? Read more
Questions about new dementia medications and clinical trials are becoming increasingly common in training rooms and peer support spaces. Media coverage of “breakthroughs”, alongside stories of trials happening overseas, can raise hope as well as frustration. When people hear that studies are taking place in other countries, it can prompt Read more
Questions about age and dementia are among the most common to surface in training rooms and peer support spaces. People often want clear, concrete answers: “What are the chances at 65?” “What about 75 or 85?” These questions usually sit alongside understandable worry about what ageing might mean for themselves Read more
Questions about whether dementia “runs in families” are common. When someone has supported a parent, sibling or grandparent with dementia, it is understandable to look ahead and wonder what that might mean for their own future, or for their children. Genetics can influence dementia risk, but for most people it Read more
We’re grateful to Hadrian Trust for a £500 grant supporting our Green Dementia Care programme. This funding enables creative, multisensory, nature-based activities that promote wellbeing, connection, and quality of life for people living with dementia and those who support them.
When behaviour becomes aggressive or safety feels at risk, knowing who to contact in the moment can make all the difference. This practical guide sets out who to call, what different services can and cannot do, and how to reach the right support quickly when caring for a person living with dementia.
Some behaviours in dementia can feel deeply personal, hurtful, or even frightening to those supporting the person. One such experience is when someone becomes convinced that a familiar person has been replaced by an impostor. This is known as Capgras Syndrome, and while it can be distressing to witness, it Read more