Useful Links to Further Information
If you are concerned that someone you love may be showing signs of dementia, or you are worried about your memory, there’s plenty of valuable information on the websites listed below. Sometimes, stress, medication, over-tiredness, depression or constipation can present difficulties with remembering things. If you are concerned about yourself or someone else’s memory, contact your doctor and/or memory clinic.
NHS Dementia – www.nhs.uk or www.nhs.uk/Conditions/dementia-guide/Pages/symptoms-of-dementia.aspx
Alzheimer’s Society – A wealth of information at www.alzheimers.org.uk
Essential Guide to Travelling abroad with a medical condition: https://www.insurancewith.com/travelling-with-a-medical-condition/
The Good Care Group – 24 Hour live-in care: http://www.thegoodcaregroup.com/live-in-care/
The Purple Angel – http://www.purpleangel-global.com
Age Concern and Help the Aged are now known as Age UK – www.ageuk.org.uk
Dementia Friends – www.dementiafriends.org.uk
Lumosity – Brain exercise and training: https://www.lumosity.com
Dementia Challengers – http://www.dementiachallengers.com – wonderful explanations about supporting someone with dementia
Dementia Friends – www.dementiafriends.org – become a Dementia Friend – Help to spread awareness about how we can help people living with dementia
Carers Trust – www.carers.org – if you are a carer – find support at your nearest Carers Trust Centre
Reading:
“Contested Mindscapes” a book by Dr. Tom Christie is full of interesting observations and information on dementia in the arts and media. More information, image and link coming later this week.
Cerebral Palsy Guidance – For information on causes, symptoms and treatment as well as daily living topics, including vocational counselling, adoption, abuse, college/careers, bullying and much more. You can read more at https://www.cerebralpalsyguidance.com/cerebral-palsy
Our organisation is dedicated to improving the overall quality of life for individuals with cerebral palsy. Our foundation provides free educational information and support to those who have been affected by cerebral palsy and other developmental disabilities.
Advocacy Director, Alison Sanchez – 13506 Summerport Village Pkwy, Windemere | FL 34786
Signs and Symptoms of Cerebral Palsy to help children and families in need.
Positive Life Workshops
Claire Eddleston of Positive Life Workshops’ catch phrase is ‘Make People Smile.’ She has eighteen years experience in dementia care and is now running specialist sing-along workshops with creative and sensory activities.Find Claire on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefyldecoastdementiahub/posts/2312189389067704
Counselling Directory:
t: 0844 803 0252
e: rhiannon@counselling-directory.org.uk
w: www.counselling-directory.org.uk
fb: www.facebook.com/CounsellingDirectory
tw: www.twitter.com/Counselling_UK
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Residential Care, Nursing, Dementia Homes – Home Care
First Care – The Leading Nursing Homes in Ireland
At FirstCare we understand that finding a Nursing Home for your loved one can be a difficult experience. We have been providing nursing home care in Ireland for the elderly and frail for over 14 years. We know what it takes to make sure our residents across all our nursing homes in Ireland live in an environment that is comfortable, safe and clean with the greatest dignity, support and respect possible. Contact us here:
https://www.firstcare.ie
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Home Care:
Contact Helping Hands Here: Looking for care? 0330 029 7418. Looking for a job? 0333 414 3324
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Sanctuary Lodge – Halstead Essex – www.sanctuarylodge.com
Welcoming – Wellness – Wellbeing – Rehabilitation – Relax – Renew – Recover
Confidential Helpline:0203-8117325 – Email: info@sanctuarylodge.com
ALCOHOL ADDICTION – ANXIETY – CO-DEPENDENCY – DEPRESSION
DRUG ADDICTION – EATING DISORDERS – GAMBLING ADDICTION – KLEPTOMANIA
PRESCRIPTION DRUGS ADDICTION – SEX AND LOVE ADDICTION
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