Dementia

Life

Families receiving news that a family member has Alzheimer’s disease can be devastated. This is the start of navigating unfamiliar territory while they try…

By Rachel Branson · 4 Sept 2026

Mind

There is a particular kind of grief that does not get its own name. It arrives slowly, often before any formal diagnosis

By Rachel Branson · 10 Jun 2026

Mind

Caring for a loved one with dementia presents one of life's most challenging experiences. Families often describe feeling utterly lost

By Rachel Branson · 3 Nov 2025

Body

If you care for someone with dementia, you may notice that mealtimes can become stressful or even dangerous.

By Rachel Branson · 17 Aug 2025

Mind

Cognitive decline, whether caused by Alzheimer’s, dementia, or other neurological conditions, presents unique challenges for both individuals and their…

By Rachel Branson · 11 Aug 2025

Mind

To care for a loved one with Alzheimer’s, set a fixed routine, use calm language, ensure home safety, support meals, prevent wandering, and track behavior…

By Rachel Branson · 22 Jul 2025

Mind

Are statins linked to memory loss or dementia? Explore the connection, current research on cognitive side effects, and how to manage any potential risks.

By Rachel Branson · 20 Jun 2025

Mind

Memory loss, whether caused by Alzheimer's disease, dementia, or other cognitive impairments, can significantly affect a person's daily life.

By Rachel Branson · 16 Feb 2025

Mind

Dementia is a condition characterized by a decline in cognitive abilities that interferes with daily life. It involves impairments in memory

By Rachel Branson · 19 Nov 2024

Mind

Mary Lou Falcone, a trailblazing author and advocate for Lewy body dementia (LBD) awareness, shares her experience after her husband was diagnosed with LBD

By Rachel Branson · 6 Nov 2024

Mind

The holiday season brings joy, warmth, and a time for family and friends to come together in celebration. However, when a loved one is living with…

By Rachel Branson · 30 Aug 2024

Body

As people get older, the risk of dementia increases. While it’s a pretty common condition, many don’t get it, and it never affects two people in exactly the…

By Rachel Branson · 7 Jul 2024

Body

Dementia is a condition that can deeply affect families, altering the relationship between a parent and their children. As cognitive functions decline,…

By Rachel Branson · 2 May 2024

Body

As we get older, we’re more likely to worry about our cognitive health. It's important to look out for the first signs of dementia and take action early as…

By Rachel Branson · 18 Apr 2024

In the UK, a person is diagnosed with dementia every three minutes. Two out of every three of these are women.

By Rachel Branson · 7 Jul 2023

Body

Aging brings several health issues, and multiple conditions can make life tough for patients and caregivers. Urinary incontinence is common in seniors with…

By Rachel Branson · 16 Sept 2022

Science publication Nutrients recently published a review analysing the mounting evidence that connects vitamin K2 to factors involved in Alzheimer’s…

By Rachel Branson · 23 Jul 2021

Body

Activities which boost wellbeing, whether through stimulating the senses, encouraging reminiscence, or helping with relaxation can all help to improve the…

By Rachel Branson · 25 Nov 2020