Never writing mum off dismissing her othering her referring to her as 'they' there may be common ground between people living with dementia but when we overgeneralise we are in danger of dismissing their personhood see my #blog coming out today #DementiaActionWeek2024 #DAW2024

My new course blending aromatherapy & massage art with science to generate the best outcomes for clients who live with dementia For qualified & qualifying aromatherapists fht.org.uk/education/arom… #DementiaActionWeek2024 #dementia #Newport #CPD #inclusive #practice #therapy

Thank you for all yr comments & replies. I know we can’t solve the issues in #care but I hope by sharing examples of good & poor practise we can influence important conversations & empower more ppl to make a stand. For me this is the ultimate #carehome model for PLWD #dementia 🦋

George Coxon💚 Zoe Harris CareHomesQI 💚 💙 Nicola Kendall Geoffrey Cox Future Care I’ve been using the principles of the #Namaste #care approach for later stage #dementia for many years. For anyone not familiar w the term this JDC article abt its initial use at St Christopher’s hospice will hopefully enlighten. It centres on ‘Honouring the spirit within’ 🙏🦋

Consider whether someone staring into space or having a down day is their recharge time when life is hugely challenging We shouldn't be "doing" all the time but striking a balance between rest supported engagement & flexing a person's brain #MeetMeWhereIAm #rest #PersonLed 3/6

You could get an invite to an exclusive online talk by Rob Hopkins, a sneak peak at his forthcoming book. All you need to do is share your experiences/views and help make support for Transition in the UK better in the process. Closing tomorrow!! forms.gle/ZpmZDV1oG38oUd…

Just in case it’s not clear - none of the above can be said about a group of individuals - ppl are not a collective being who act/feel or think the same way! Dementia may cause similar symptoms but ppl retain their own attributes, likes/dislikes & individuality. ‘He/she likes..

Gosh it's going to be busy next week as it's #AromatherapyAwarenessWeek & #BigGreenWeek 2 of my passions! I'll be popping up posts about essential oils health & how we can make a difference about how we look our our environments They're all connected! #health #environment

It's very exciting that this is happening in Helensburgh in Sept!!! 'Connecting hearts and hands. All are welcome on this 1-day course weaving therapeutic touch into your work or care.' Nicola Cooper bold-scotlandcic Just a care home girl Alyson Vale Deepness Dementia Media Kirrie Connections Meeting Centre

16-17 of September : the 2024 edition of the SilverEco & Ageing Well International Festival silvereco.org/en/the-silvere… via SilverEco.org/en

Galway Ukulele Festival | #RTÉSupportingtheArts 📍 Galway 📅 21 - 23 June 📱 Galway Uke Fest | galwayukefest.com

#Empathy is simply listening, holding space, withholding judgment, emotionally connecting, and communicating that incredibly healing message of "you're not alone." (image via dindin) #Alzheimers #dementia #quote

Water regulator, Ofwat, thinks OUR bills should go up to pay for the cleanup of sewage dumped by water companies 😡 Join me and add your name to the petition demanding water companies - not customers - foot the bill for cleaning up their own mess: 38d.gs/OfwatPricePeti…

I'm devastated and heartbroken at the passing of a very dear friend and colleague, Aidan O'Leary, Director of the World Health Organization (WHO) Polio Eradication Programme. Aidan's passing is a shock to all of us, and especially to his family and friends in his native Ireland and around the world. On

Such a powerful & beautifully written blog abt apathy, connection & carer’s guilt when supporting a parent living w #dementia. The fear of misinterpreting symptoms & accepting a new phase of decline really takes its toll on a daughter who has tried everything. Pls read & share 💞

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When a treasured tune comes on and it takes you to a happy space...the power of music 🎶. Love your moves Grace ♥️

If everyone who has been grateful for an NHS doctor followed and retweeted we would reach a million followers this evening and be much stronger together

Please re-Tweet to raise awareness: When people with #dementia forget, we can help them remember. (image: Tony Husband Cartoon Archive) #Alzheimers #kindness

Caught lobbying for cash or bullying in Parliament? You can still return to the House of Lords - for life. No real consequences. No accountability. Sign now to kick rule-breakers out for good. you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/ban-… via 38 Degrees